The context of public finance administration

• • Describe the context of public finance administration, the budget cycle, and the role of budgeting in Garner, North Carolina.
• • How is the budget prepared and approved? What town leaders and elected officials are involved? Where might conflict exist in the process and how might if be resolved?
• • What is the role of various taxes, fees, and other revenue sources in Garner?
• • Can you determine if taxes are being leveraged for local economic development and/or political purposes?
• • What can you assess about the budget implementation process and how the town budget is managed?
• • Does the town appear to plan and budget for capital improvements?