Pittsburg's Big Spenders: Exploring the City's departments with the biggest budgets
The City of Pittsburg is constantly growing and changing, therefore it's crucial for its government to allocate resources effectively and prioritize spending in the areas that need it the most. With that in mind, it's worth examining which departments have the largest budgets and what their priorities are.
According to recent data, the?Police Department?has the largest budget, accounting for a staggering?60.62% ($34,553,400)?of the city's total budget.?
The second-largest is the?Administration Department, with?13.53% ($7,712,100)?of the total budget. This department covers a wide range of functions, including human resources, finance, and legal services.?
The?Community Development Department, responsible for promoting economic growth, improving neighborhoods, and providing affordable housing for residents, comes in third place, with a budget of?11.68% ($6,657,600).?
Next is the?Public Works Department, responsible for maintaining the city's infrastructure, including streets, bridges and public buildings, with a budget of?9.01% ($5,135,700).?