Government and State Houston

The strategies in place include neighborhood enhancement strategy, growth, and development strategy, and implementation strategy. The budget process of the city based on a strict timeframe. In January, the preparation instructions for operating budget are developed and materials distributed. From February to March, the departments submit their requests on the operating budget. In April, the finance department analyses and consolidates the operating budget. The proposed budget addresses the need for the public and supports the strategic plan of the city. Increase in Aviation revenues means more funds to improve infrastructure. The fiscal conditions of the City are also improved through an increase in the combined utility revenues. However, the current proposed budget does not address the capital budget. In explanation, there are no expected investments in long-term projects and capital assets.