Other Sources of Information

Budget analyses and other reports

In some jurisdictions, the staff of the legislative branch of the government prepare an independent analysis of the annual budgets recommended by the jurisdiction's chief executive. These staff analyses can offer useful historical information and independent analyses of current fiscal year revenue and expenditure trends. Additional analyses may be available from business, taxpayer, and public-interest organizations.

Finally, don't overlook newspapers and magazines as valuable sources of information on budget deliberations and other aspects of the jurisdiction's financial outlook.

AFSCME Department of Research and Collective Bargaining Services

Additional information on conducting budget analyses and answers to questions may be obtained, through your council, from the AFSCME Research Department and Collective Bargaining Services.