The website-based budget book replaces cumbersome PDFs, creating an informative and transparent experience for residents.
Bloomfield Township has announced the launching of its new website-based Digital Budget Book powered by ClearGov, a leading provider of Budget Cycle Management software for local governments. Digital Budget Book replaces static, cumbersome PDF budget books that were traditionally difficult for residents to navigate and comprehend. The Township's annual budget is now presented online in an intuitive format with interactive graphs and tables designed to make complex financial data easy for anyone to understand.
Digital Budget Book is mobile-friendly and ADA-optimized for citizens with disabilities who rely on assistive technology, such as screen readers and voice recognition software. In addition, the book’s format follows Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) best practices, allowing the Township to easily qualify for the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award in the future.
Finance Director Jason Theis says the best way to learn more about the Digital Budget Book and finances is to go online and explore. “We strongly encourage residents to visit our Digital Budget Book today to see their tax dollars at work."
Theis demonstrated the website at the most recent Board of Trustees meeting which can be viewed below.