Finance
Functions of the Finance Department
- Ensures access at all reasonable times to files, documents and other records of the Assembly;
- Keeps, render and publish statements on Public Accounts;
- Keeps receipts and custody of all public and trust monies payable into the Consolidated Fund;
- Facilitates the disbursement of legitimate and authorized funds;
- Prepares financial reports at specific periods for the Assembly;
- Prepares payment vouchers and financial encumbrances;
- Undertakes revenue mobilization activities of the Assembly, and
- Makes provision for financial services to all departments in the Metropolitan.
- Assist to provide the layout for buildings for improved housing layout and settlement;
- Ensure the prohibition of the construction of new buildings unless building plans submitted have been approved by the Assembly;
- Advise and facilitate the demolition of dilapidated buildings and recovery of expenses incurred in connection with the demolition;
- Ensure the prohibition of the use of inflammable materials in the construction or repair of buildings in defined areas;
- Advise the Assembly on the siting of bill boards, masts and ensure compliance with the decisions of the Assembly;
- Advise on the acquisition of landed property in the public interest;
- Undertake street naming, numbering of house and related Issues.