The Budget Department focuses on the development, preparation, administration and monitoring of the Parish Operating Budget.

The mission of the Budget Director is to direct the efforts of all concerned in preparing a proposed budget for each year wherein the current proposed expenditures do not exceed current anticipated revenues.

 Functions include:

• The development, preparation, administration and monitoring of the Parish Operating Budget.

• The preparation and continual update of a budget manual.

• The monitoring of all departments to ensure that they operate within the constraints of the current adopted operating budget.

• The preparation, analysis and interpretation of budgetary data for outside parties as requested.

Most Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How much is the budget for this year?
   The 2024 adopted operating budget expenditures are $695,111,485.
2. Where can I obtain a copy of the budget?
   A copy for review can be seen at either the East Bank or West Bank Regional Libraries or a copy can also be obtained by submitting a request to:  
   
   

         Budget Department
         Jefferson Parish General Government Bldg. 
         P.O. Box 9 
         Gretna, Louisiana 70054