A Message from the Mayor

I am pleased to present the City of Azle’s Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), which offers an easy-to-read summary of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2022.

This is the eighth year the City has published the PAFR, which details important information about the City and its finances. It offers a wealth of information on how our government is funded and operated as well as trends in the local economy. The 2022 ACFR presents a more detailed picture of the City’s financial condition and is available on the City’s website, www. cityofazle.org.

Development activity, both residential and commercial, continues to showcase the City’s business-friendly atmosphere and the exceptional quality of life enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. However, the budgetary pressures and economic uncertainty experienced by all of us these last few years continue to be a focus of the City Council and Staff. We are committed to maintaining a strong financial position and acting as good stewards of your public funds.

The budget for the 2022 Fiscal Year focused on addressing the challenges the City faces as a community with both aging infrastructure and rapid new growth. Funding was included for additional personnel, vehicle and equipment purchases, drainage improvements, and the completion of the new splash pad and restroom facilities in Central Park.

The City of Azle takes great pride in what we’ve accomplished. Maintaining effective communication with our residents and businesses is a key component of government transparency and responsibility. We hope this report gives you a greater understanding of how we continually strive to improve the lives of all our residents.

Alan Brundrett Mayor