CITY OF WALTERBORO 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DRAFT
⇒2030 Comprehensive Plan
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The City of Walterboro Finance Department is responsible for the many City functions involving money. These functions include the receipt of funds such as taxes, license fees, service charges, and other City revenues; payment of City expenses and employee payrolls; and investment of funds not yet needed.
The Finance Department engages in record keeping and reporting including a state-mandated audited annual financial report and monthly reports on City Operations designed to keep the City Council, City Manager, and Department Heads informed about the City's financial status. The Finance Department additionally assists the City Manager with the development and publication of the City's budget. Financial management services are provided by the Finance Department to the Water and Sewer Department. Finance provides administrative support to City departments in the process of inviting and awarding legally required bids for large City purchases.
The Finance Department is also responsible for the successful administration of various employment-related systems and programs including employee recruitment, employee development, compensation and benefits management, employee relations, and risk management. The Finance Department's activities promote the efficient and effective delivery of quality services to citizens and enhance safety within the community.
The mission of the Finance Department is to provide high-quality financial services to all of its customers, both external and internal and to recruit and maintain an able and highly motivated workforce and assist the City government to operate in a financially responsible and fiscally sound manner, by:
The Finance Department is also responsible for collecting all utility bills, licenses, taxes, and state-shared revenue. Payments for Finance, Utility Billing, Permits, Business licenses, and Wildlife Center deposits may be made at the City Services Building located at 300 Hampton St.
The utility bills you receive have historical information about your account, including a return payment envelope, and adding a special message area where the City may communicate important information regarding the City.
For your convenience, we offer a drive-thru and night deposit box.
Call 843-782-1065 for more information.