Frequently Asked Questions  Where can I get a copy of the
budget?  Copies of the 2000 - 2011 budgets can be found online.
You can also find a paper copy at your local library or contact
the Finance Department at (608)266-4671.  What is the City's
fiscal year?  It is the same as the calendar year.  Where does
the City get its money?  Most of the city's general fund
revenue, nearly 75 percent, comes from the property tax on homes
and businesses. Other sources of funds for the City include
revenues from services and fees such as building permits,
parking fines, ambulance fees and pet licenses, as well as
revenue from the state government.  For more information: see a
chart of where the city's money comes from.  How is the City's
budget structured?  There are two main parts to the City's
budget, or spending plan. The operating budget provides money
for running City departments and services - it pays for the day-
to-day spending on employees and materials and supplies. The
capital budget provides money for items li