Harford County, Maryland FY 24 Proposed Operating Budget

Summaries Each Fund Appropriation and Revenue information is summarized for each of the County’s funds. The data is presented several ways by Character (e.g. Personal Services, Contractual Services, etc.), Revenue Source, and Department. A financial narrative is also provided explaining major changes to the fund. Departmental Information The following information is provided under each department’s tab: Department Organization Chart displays what divisions are involved in the functions of each department. Department Narrative includes a department’s establishing authority and purpose; its mission statement, which supports the County’s overall strategies; and the key goals chosen to support its mission. Department Fund Summary provides appropriation information for each department by Character, Funding Source and Division. Grant Summary provides information on grants administered by the department, or for which matching funds are appropriated in the department’s budget. A brief explanation of the County’s obligation or any impact the grant may have on the day to day operation of the department when grant ends is also included. Division Information The following information is provided under each department’s tab for divisions involved in the functions of the department: Division Narrative describes the origin and specific functions and activities of each division within a department; current fiscal year objectives, established to meet the department’s goals, are delineated. Division Character Summary provides appropriation information for each division by Character and Funding Source. Financial Notes explaining major changes to a department’s funding level. Staff Summary provides a list of personnel needed to perform the function of the department.

Financial Notes explaining major changes to a division’s funding level.

Staff Summary provides a list of personnel needed to perform the function of the division.

Performance Measures track the division’s success in meeting its objectives and attaining goals. Situations, specific to that division, have been analyzed and action plans have been established

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