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The appropriated budget is prepared by fund, function (e.g., public safety), and department (e.g., police). Department heads may make transfers of appropriations within a department. Transfers of appropriations between funds, however, require the special approval of the city council. Budget -to- actual comparisons are provided in this report for each individual governmental fund for which an appropriated annual budget has been adopted. For the general fund, this comparison is presented on page 33 as part of the basic financial statements for the governmental funds. For governmental funds other than the general fund, and with appropriated annual budgets, this comparison is presented in the governmental fund subsection of this report, shown on pages 34 -35, and 90 -93. Factors Affecting Financial Condition The information presented in the financial statements is perhaps best understood when it is considered from the broader perspective of the specific environment within which the City of Roseville operates. Local economy. The nationwide economic downturn has had some effects on the City of Roseville including a slight decline in jobs and overall tax base. However, the City of Roseville expects these local indicators to improve in the near future. The region while noted for a strong retail sector, enjoyed modest re- development in recent years. The re- development consisted of varied retail that added to the relative stability of the unemployment rate. Major industries with headquarters or divisions located within the government's boundaries or in close proximity include computer hardware and software manufacturers, electrical controls and medical services, and several divisions of state government departments which administer the state highway system and the State's educational administration of K -12 operations. The City of Roseville area has an employed labor force of approximately 40,000 which is anticipated to remain mostly steady for the foreseeable future. Because of the fully developed nature of the community, the opportunity for new and expanded housing is limited. The city's emphasis has been, in recent years, on assisting homeowners to redevelop and remodel the current available housing so that as the change -over from older residents occurs, younger families will continue to be attracted to Roseville. Long -term financial planning. The city council is in the planning stages of establishing the City's long -term goals and objectives. Plans include; establishing adequate funding mechanisms for infrastructure replacement, replenishing the City's housing stock, and securing funds for recreational facilities. The city is also working closely with state, federal and neighboring communities to improve the area's state and county transportation network, which includes upgraded highways and well - placed pathways. Funding for most of the transportation improvements will need to come from state, county and federal sources, with some minor portion supported by the local taxpayers. 3