Finances in the City of Gardner. An explanation of policies and spending. An explanation of the 94% Rule. How the money is handled as it goes in and goes out. The General Fund. Enterprise Accounts. The online Checkbook. Perfect Federal Audits. Third Party Audits. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY
Cleaning up the Books – Being careful about spending including procurement requirements – purchasing and auditing – the 6 signature process – choices of how to use one-time funds so positions are not left unfunded – Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY
Intelligent Decisions and Observant Staff – Electric Rates – Making the Right Decision at the right time – Overbilling of LED lights corrected and City received $250k back -Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
Other Revenue Sources and Expense Reductions – .75% Hotel and Meals Tax – Route 140 custody change to the State of Massachusetts – Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
Third Party Grantwriter – 50 grand brings in 50 million -Impact on Taxpayers and ability to fund needed infrastructure projects. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY