Finance & Budget

Our Mission Statement

The primary mission of the Finance Department is to preserve the financial integrity of the City of North Port, while assuring the availability of funds to accomplish the City's goals.

Primary areas of service are Finance, Budgeting, Accounting and Purchasing. Financial responsibilities include budgeting, accounts payable, payroll, investment management, debt management, district and capital assessment management and overseeing the City's budget.

Budget Documents

The Finance Department prepares the budget for the City on behalf of the City Manager and in cooperation with all departments.

Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports

Annual Pension Disclosures

Purchasing

Purchasing is responsible for developing and implementing all policies and procedures related to purchases for the City of North Port.

ViewNorthPort Financial Database

ViewNorthPort is an easily searchable online financial database which allows anyone to view the City's finances.

Property Taxes & Assessments

City property tax rates and District assessment rates are set forth by the North Port City Commission budget process.

Community Involvement

City of North Port residents have opportunities to become involved with City finance activities.

Auction Surplus Property

Surplus items are auctioned in onsite auctions as well as online global auctions are hosted by Royal Auction Group throughout the year.

Performance Dashboards

The City of North Port has made a commitment to be transparent with regards to the goals that it sets and the measurement of progress towards them.

Accounting

The employees of this branch prepare all financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), make all payments to vendors, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements. This branch is also responsible for recording all revenue transactions for the City. Transactions include Utility payments, Solid Waste Pickups, Building Permits, Impact Fees and Parks and Recreation payments.

Finance and Budgeting

The Finance Department prepares the budget for the City on behalf of the City Manager and in cooperation with all departments. The fiscal year begins October 1st. The budget process for each year begins in January.

Purchasing

Purchasing is responsible for developing and implementing all policies and procedures related to purchases for the City of North Port. To ensure the financial integrity of the City, purchases of various goods and services are reviewed by Purchasing. For more information regarding Purchasing contacts and services, visit our Purchasing page.

Contact Us

Finance Department
City Hall, Third Floor
4970 City Hall Boulevard
North Port, FL 34286

(941) 429-7107 Office
(941) 429-7209 Fax
finance@northportfl.gov