HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016 Fiscal DashboardCity of South Bend, Indiana
Fiscal Stability
Performance Indicators 2015 2016 Progress
City Real & Personal Property Values (Net Assessed Value in Billions of $)$2.260 $2.277
Annual General Fund Expenditures per Capita $611 $630
General Fund Balance as % of Expenditures 49.53%53.24%
Bond Rating (Standard & Poor’s)AA AA
Debt per Capita $2,487 $2,342
Debt as % of Net Assessed Valuation (NAV )11.13%10.40%
Full Time Employees per 1,000 residents 10.5 10.7
Property Tax Revenue (All Funds)$70,914,835 $76,708,415
Local Option Income Tax Revenue $24,507,308 $31,463,185
Annual Governmental Fund Expenditures per Capita $1,707 $1,690
General and Local Income Tax Fund Expenditures per Capita $811 $823
Government-wide Expenses per Capita $2,236 $1,963
Ending Cash Balances (Millions)$228.8 $234.5
Average Interest Rate Earned 0.78%1.05%
Performance Key: Improving Staying about the same Declining
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City Real & Personal Property Values
Why is this important?
One large source of revenue for the City of South Bend is property taxes which the residents pay each year. As
taxable values change, so does the tax revenue. The tax revenue is essential to providing the services to the
residents of the City of South Bend that they have come to know and expect.
$4,560 $4,543
$5,009 $5,041
$5,387 $5,072 $4,992 $4,911 $5,091 $4,843 $4,837 $4,887
$2,819 $2,835 $3,022 $2,976 $2,669 $2,454 $2,324 $2,381 $2,371 $2,210 $2,260 $2,277
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
$6,000
2004/2005 2005/2006 2006/2007 2007/2008 2008/2009 2009/2010 2010/2011 2011/2012 2012/2013 2013/2014 2014/2015 2015/2016In MillionsGross Assessed Value Net Assessed Value
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General Fund Budget and Finances
Year Status General Fund
Revenue
General Fund
Expenditures
Net Change in
Fund Balance
General Fund
Ending Balance
2016 (3)Audited $67,108,809 $63,778,243 $3,330,566 $33,952,622
2015 (2)Audited $64,855,322 $61,820,671 $3,034,651 $30,622,056
2014 (1)Audited $66,512,478 $66,593,986 ($81,508)$27,587,405
2013 Audited $72,115,610 $73,241,780 ($1,126,170)$27,668,913
2012 Audited $75,234,013 $74,370,146 $863,867 $28,795,083
2011 Audited $73,049,860 $73,855,786 ($805,926)$27,931,216
2010 Audited $73,963,008 $69,844,321 $4,118,687 $28,737,142
2009 Audited $59,313,038 $62,111,167 ($2,798,129)$24,618,455
2008 Audited $69,247,990 $65,592,159 $3,655,831 $27,416,584
(1) Decrease in 2014 due to paying a portion of the police and fire salaries from PS LOIT Fund.
(2) Decrease in 2015 due to the transfer of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) from General Fund to a separately dedicated EMS Fund.
(3) During 2016, property tax revenue increased and public safety expenditures increased, primarily due to liability insurance allocations that were not
charged in 2015.
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Annual General Fund Expenditures per Capita
* Decrease in 2014 due to paying a portion of the police and fire salaries from PS LOIT Fund.
** Decrease in 2015 due to the transfer of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) from General Fund to a separately dedicated EMS Fund.
*** Increase in public safety costs due to liability insurance allocation not charged in 2015 and other factors.
Why is this important?
Cost per resident is a measure of how much it costs to operate the City on a per-person basis. The City of South
Bend continues to explore ways to provide high-quality services to residents at the lowest possible cost.
$648
$614
$690
$730 $735 $724
$658
$611
$630
$500
$550
$600
$650
$700
$750
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
General Fund Expenditures per Capita (Pop. 101,168)
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General Fund Balance % of Expenditures
Why is this important?
The financial health of the City is important to provide and maintain services. The General Fund Balance is
one method of measuring financial health, and is a strong contributor to the credit rating of an organization.
Note: Expenditures include transfers to other funds. Fund balance is defined as ending fund balance.
41.80%39.64%41.14%37.82%38.72%37.78%
41.43%
49.53%
53.24%
25.00%
30.00%
24.30%
18.20%16.50%19.70%20.10%21.80%22.80%24.50%
10.00%
15.00%
20.00%
25.00%
30.00%
35.00%
40.00%
45.00%
50.00%
55.00%
60.00%
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
General Fund Balance % of Expenditures Minimum Threshold per Board Policy National League of Cities Survey (2016 unavailable)
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Bond Rating
Why is this important?
The bond or credit rating is a measure of the City’s financial reputation. A good credit rating enables the City
to borrow money for construction projects and other needs at the most competitive rates available. This
saves thousands of taxpayer dollars in interest payments.
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20
40
60
80
100
120
140
AAA AA+AA AA-A+A A-BBB+BBB BBB-
Indiana Local Government Standard & Poor's Bond Ratings
South Bend's
S&P rating is AA
State of Indiana’s
S&P rating is AAA
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Debt per Capita
Why is this important?
The City of South Bend issues long-term debt for large capital projects, such as local water and sewer projects,
economic development projects and capital leases. Its debt burden is computed as the outstanding principal
balance at year end on this debt.
During 2015, the City issued bonds for Park improvements, energy savings projects at the Century Center and
the “Smart Streets” conversion of one-way to two-way streets to enhance economic development.
$1,830
$2,053
$2,314 $2,239 $2,325 $2,363
$2,603 $2,488 $2,324 $2,487 $2,342
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Primary Government Debt Per Capita
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Debt as % of Net Assessed Value (NAV )
Why is this important?
The lower the debt to Net Assessed Valuation ratio, the more financially healthy a community is. City borrowing in
recent years includes revenue bonds for the Sewer Long-Term Control Plan that will be funded with higher sewer
rates. New Sewer bonds were not issued during 2013 -2015.
In 2015, the City issued bonds for parks improvements, energy savings projects at the Century Center and the
“Smart Streets” conversion of one-way to two way streets to enhance economic activity.
6.74%7.07%
8.16%8.91%9.59%10.29%11.06%10.61%10.64%11.13%10.40%
0%
2%
4%
6%
8%
10%
12%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Primary Government Debt Debt as a % of Net Assessed Value Capita
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Full Time Number of Employees
Why is this important?
A measure of efficiency is the number of employees per 1,000 residents. The lower the ratio of employees per 1,000 residents, the more efficient the
City is providing services to the community.
Note: The change in full time employees vs. employees per 1,000 residents is due mainly to layoffs due to circuit breaker issues and the privatization
of the zoo and the management of the convention center along with the transfer of 911 call center operations to Saint Joseph County. Full time
employees determined at year-end. (2010 Census population of 101,168 used for calculation.)
1,288 1,230 1,213
1,116 1,132 1,133 1,122 1,131 1,098 1,060 1,079
12.7
12.2 12.0
11.0 11.2 11.2 11.1 11.2
10.9
10.5 10.7
9.5
10.0
10.5
11.0
11.5
12.0
12.5
13.0
13.5
14.0
0
200
400
600
800
1,000
1,200
1,400
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Primary Government Full Time Employees Primary Government Employees per 1,000 Residents
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Property Tax Revenue –All Funds –Cash Basis
Why is this important?
Property tax revenue is the largest source of revenue for governmental operations such as police and fire protection. In 2008,
the State of Indiana passed “Circuit Breaker” property tax reform which capped property tax rates and reduced revenue for local
governmental units. During 2016, property tax revenue increased due to increased net assessed valuation and higher collection
rates.
$84.5
$74.3
$77.3
$73.0 $72.9
$70.0 $72.0 $70.9
$76.7
$60
$65
$70
$75
$80
$85
$90
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016In MillionsProperty Tax Revenue (in millions)
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Local Option Income Tax Revenue -Cash Basis
Why is this important?
Local option income taxes (COIT, CEDIT, PS LOIT) are an important source of revenue for governmental operations, including
public safety and capital projects. Effective for fiscal year 2010, Local Option Income Tax rates were increased in response to
State Legislation reducing property tax revenue. Local income taxes are charged on wages paid to employees.
During 2016, regular local option income tax revenue increased by $1.4 million due to wage growth in an improving local
economy. In addition, the State of Indiana paid a special local option income tax distribution of $5.6 million for road funding.
$10.2 $12.1
$22.8
$19.7
$24.3
$21.9 $23.8 $24.5
$31.5
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
$35
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016In MillionsLocal Option Income Tax Revenue (in millions)
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Governmental Funds Budget and Finances
Governmental funds account for the general operations of the City (i.e. police and fire protection, road maintenance and
economic development). Governmental funds receive property taxes, local income taxes, grants, interest income and other
sources of revenue. Other sources include transfers from other funds, proceeds from debt issuance, debt refunding, claim
settlements and other one-time items.
Year Status Governmental
Fund Revenues
Governmental
Fund
Expenditures
Other
Sources and
(Uses)
Net Change
in Fund
Balance
Governmental
Fund Ending
Balance
2016 Audited $152,669,418 $170,976,084 $9,221,150 ($9,085,516)$191,741,220
2015 Audited $142,719,826 $172,658,733 $36,278,971 $6,340,064 $200,826,736
2014 Audited $144,489,791 $154,300,097 $7,111,663 ($2,698,643)$194,486,672
2013 Audited $151,152,474 $152,860,750 $10,810,800 $9,102,524 $197,185,315
2012 Audited $147,379,084 $162,460,000 $6,929,631 ($8,151,258)$188,082,791
2011 Audited $152,877,172 $172,397,679 $7,552,867 ($11,967,640)$196,234,076
2010 Audited $158,342,276 $150,758,014 $4,567,041 $12,151,303 $208,201,716
2009 Audited $130,932,134 $142,962,710 $2,207,394 ($9,823,182)$196,050,413
2008 Audited $139,717,856 $138,022,795 $51,746,178 $53,441,239 $205,873,595
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Annual Governmental Funds Expenditures per Capita
Why is this important?
Cost per resident is a measure of how much it costs to operate the City on a per-person basis. The City of South
Bend continues to explore ways to provide high-quality services to residents at the lowest possible cost.
The increase in per capita expenditures in 2015 and 2016 is due primarily to spending on capital projects using bond
proceeds or cash reserves.
$1,364 $1,413 $1,490
$1,704
$1,606 $1,511 $1,525
$1,707 $1,690
$500
$700
$900
$1,100
$1,300
$1,500
$1,700
$1,900
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Governmental Funds Expenditures per Capita (Pop. 101,168)
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General & Local Income Tax Funds Budget and Finances
Year Status General &
Local Income
Tax Funds
Revenues
General &Local
Income Tax
Funds
Expenditures
Other
Sources and
(Uses)
Net Change
in Fund
Balance
General & Local
Income Tax
Funds Ending
Balance
2016 Audited $89,653,742 $83,260,788 ($4,864,175)$1,528,779 $55,992,935
2015 Audited $86,414,320 $82,001,807 ($5,388,924)($976,411)$54,464,156
2014 Audited $86,650,588 $87,473,563 ($1,164,280)($1,987,255)$55,440,567
2013 Audited $83,120,786 $82,852,504 ($2,783,885)($2,515,603)$57,427,822
2012 Audited $88,482,061 $84,289,339 ($2,175,271)$2,017,451 $59,943,425
2011 Audited $87,039,700 $85,170,478 ($323,557)$1,545,665 $57,925,974
2010 Audited $92,166,343 $75,170,006 ($2,295,699)$14,700,638 $56,380,309
2009 Audited $71,401,298 $64,725,591 ($4,426,984)$2,248,723 $41,679,671
2008 Audited $79,453,180 $70,249,980 ($4,544,082)$4,659,118 $39,230,948
The General Fund and Local Income Tax Funds (COIT, EDIT and Public Safety LOIT) account for the general operations of the city
including police and fire protection, economic development, code enforcement, debt service and capital. Due to circuit breaker tax
caps, property tax revenue has declined while local income tax revenue has increased. Other sources and uses include transfers
from other funds, proceeds from debt issuance, debt refunding, claim settlements and other one-time items.
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Annual General & Local Income Tax Funds Expenditures per Capita
Why is this important?
Cost per resident is a measure of how much it costs to operate the City on a per-person basis. The
City of South Bend continues to explore ways to provide high-quality services to residents at the
lowest possible cost. Property tax and local income tax revenue provide the majority of revenue for
these funds.
$694
$640
$743
$842 $833 $819
$865
$811 $823
$500
$550
$600
$650
$700
$750
$800
$850
$900
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
General & Local Income Tax Funds Expenditures per Capita (Pop. 101,168)
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Government-wide Expenses
Governmental activities include the General Fund, Parks & Recreation Fund, Motor Vehicle Highway Fund, Tax Increment
Financing Funds, and other activities supported by taxes and fees. Business-type activities include the Water Utility, Wastewater
Utility, Solid Waste, Century Center, and other activities that charge a fee for services. Expenses are net of interfund transfers,
internal service funds, debt principle payments, trust funds, and include depreciation expense.
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Year Status Government Business Type Total Government Business Type Total
2016 Audited $134,519,353 $64,067,328 $198,586,681 $1,330 $633 $1,963
2015 Audited $164,310,194 $61,899,676 $226,209,870 $1,624 $612 $2,236
2014 Audited $139,909,059 $55,879,605 $195,788,664 $1,383 $552 $1,935
2013 Audited $153,017,817 $54,949,283 $207,967,100 $1,513 $543 $2,056
2012 Audited $146,481,687 $48,559,092 $195,040,779 $1,448 $480 $1,928
2011 Audited $154,902,096 $46,323,473 $201,225,569 $1,531 $458 $1,989
2010 Audited $134,015,143 $45,486,515 $179,501,658 $1,325 $449 $1,774
2009 Audited $104,113,362 $51,623,898 $155,737,260 $1,029 $510 $1,539
2008 Audited $135,039,863 $48,780,128 $183,819,991 $1,335 $482 $1,817
Total Expenses Expenses per Capita
Why is this important?
Expenses per resident is a measure of how much it costs to operate the City
on a per-person basis. The City of South Bend continues to explore ways to
provide high-quality services to residents at the lowest possible cost.
Government-wide expenses are net of interfund transactions, debt principle
payments, and capital payments and include depreciation expense.
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$1,817
$1,539
$1,774
$1,989 $1,928 $2,056 $1,935
$2,236
$1,963
$1,335
$1,029
$1,325
$1,531 $1,448 $1,513 $1,383
$1,624
$1,330
$482 $510 $449 $458 $480 $543 $552 $612 $633
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Total Government-wide Exp per Capita Governmental Activities Exp Per Capita Business Type Activities Exp Per Capita
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Government-wide Expenses per Capita
City Per Capita Govnt-
wide Expenses
Ann Arbor,MI $2,106
Fishers, IN $1,253
Kalamazoo, MI $1,961
Lansing,MI $1,937
Mishawaka, IN $2,709
City of South Bend, Indiana
Cash Balances and Investment Earnings
Year Cash Balances
(Dec 31st)
Annual
Investment
Earnings
Average Interest
Rate Earned
2016 $234,529,325 $2,359,164 1.05%
2015 $228,782,505 $1,769,437 0.78%
2014 $239,808,095 $1,025,058 0.44%
2013 $247,349,777 $1,119,139 0.46%
2012 $255,285,203 $1,474,283 0.64%
2011 $231,747,445 $643,643 0.29%
2010 $227,739,252 $809,279 0.39%
2009 $188,453,001 $1,348,289 0.83%
2008 $140,621,862 $6,281,342 3.85%
Cash balances are at December 31st.
Trustee account cash balances and
investment earnings are excluded from
this analysis.
Average interest rate earned is
computed as the annual investment
earnings divided by the average cash
balance at December 31st of the prior
year, and May 31st & December 31st of
the current year.
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Why is this important?
The City of South Bend seeks to maintain healthy cash reserves for the following reasons: operating liquidity
(property taxes are received two times during the year), unforeseen emergencies, capital projects, and to satisfy
existing bond covenants. Cash balances are invested in fixed income instruments in accordance with Indiana
state law. Interest rates declined significantly in 2009 due to the recession and have recently started to increase.
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Cash Balances and Investment Earnings
$141
$188
$228 $232
$255 $247 $240 $229 $235
$6.3
$1.3
$0.8 $0.6
$1.5 $1.1 $1.0
$1.8
$2.4
$0.0
$1.0
$2.0
$3.0
$4.0
$5.0
$6.0
$7.0
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016Millions
Cash Balances on Dec 31st (millions)Annual Investment Earnings (millions)