Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can I find a copy of the budget and can I get one for my personal use?
The budget is available for review at the Morgan Memorial Library and North Suffolk Library, and on the City’s website at: www.suffolk.va.us/citygovt/budgets.html

2. How can I get a general overview of the budget?
The City Manager’s Message and Budget Document Overview section provide a summary of the budget and its contents.

3. What is the difference between the operating budget and Capital Improve- ment Budget?
The Operating Budget funds day-to-day operations and ongoing or recurring expenses. The Capital Budget is for one-time expenditures for adding new facilities, roads, or renewal or replacement of infrastructure.

4. Where can I find how much of the City’s budget is allocated for Schools and how that is being allocated?
The City allocates 50%, or $143.5M of the total City budget, to the Schools. For details on how school funds are allocated, call Suffolk Public Schools Administration at (757) 925-6750 or visit their website at www.spsk12.net.

5. If I need help in locating something in the budgets or in finding out if something is funded, where should I call?
Call the City's Budget and Strategic Planning Office at 757-514-4004 or email us at BudgetOfficer@suffolkva.us.