Finance and Administration
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The Department of Finance and Administration is responsible for all accounting, purchasing, information systems, debt management, utility billing, investments, public relations, accounts payable, payroll, human resources and administrative functions of the city.
Ridgeland has a strong financial position, due to rapid commercial and residential development, along with conservative budgeting policies. The major source of general fund revenue is sales tax, which comprises approximately 60% of total revenue. Total ad valorem millage is 20.03 mills, one of the lowest in the Metro area. Ridgeland accounts for 38% of the total assessed value of Madison County.
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada has awarded the city the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its comprehensive annual financial report for the past 18 consecutive years. The Certificate is a prestigious national award recognizing conformance with the highest standards for preparation of state and local government financial reports.
Finance and Administration Staff
Paula Tierce, City Clerk/Human Resources Director; Ina Byrd, Special Assistant to the Director; Sandra Monohan, Community Affairs Coordinator; Joe Kirchner, I.S. Manager; Nick Herrington, I.S. Assistant; Michele Cannady, Deputy Director of Administration; Cindy Boatner, Receptionist and Water Collections Assistant; Bridgette Smith, Receptionist and Permit Assistant; Ashley Burton, Deputy Director of Finance; Ericka Brown, Accountant Payroll and Accounts Payable; Cathie Reece, Purchasing Clerk; Adam Page, Maintenance; and Houston Drane, Maintenance.
