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Financial officer’s guide to financial planning

by PAINE P
Financial officer’s guide to financial planning Financial officers play a crucial role in ensuring the delivery of the council’s strategic goals, vision, and directions. This begins with the preparation and presentation of the annual budgets. Photo: Adobe Stock
Published in March 2024 - Page 13

As the responsibilities of local governments evolve with providing essential services, such as housing and development needs, public safety, and social services – and as infrastructure maintenance continues to change – so do the expectations of the public and stakeholders.

Governments face significant challenges stemming from rapid growth, aging infrastructure, and expanding services, compounded by considerations for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts – all of which increase pressures on limited resources

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