The Department strives to meet the following core values:
- Quality
We are driven to meet a high standard of excellence and to provide outstanding levels of support and service. - Integrity
We commit to conforming to the highest level of ethical standards. The decisions and services we offer will be honest, fair, impartial and transparent. - Leadership
We will maintain a high level of financial expertise to provide directions and solutions that ensure the City's financial strength. - Teamwork
We work together to make the best decisions collectively and in the best interest of the City. As a team, we capitalize on the strengths of each member.
The responsibilities of the Finance department are distributed among following divisions:
About the Director
Kelly Dowe has served as the Director of Finance since March 2011. As Director, Kelly is the Chief Financial Officer for the City's Administration. He is responsible for the administration's financial and capital planning, revenue collections, accounting, and debt financing. He previously held the position in Finance of Deputy Director, Financial Planning and Analysis where he led creation of the City of Houston's long range forecast, annual budget, and monthly financial reporting.
Contact the Finance Department
Kelly Dowe, Director
Finance Department
611 Walker, 10th Floor
Houston, TX 77002
Ph: 713.221.0935
E-Mail: finance.director@houstontx.gov
Finance Department Publications
Quick Links
- Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
- Financial Management Task Force
- Great West Investment Services
- Houston Firefighters' Relief & Retirement Fund Actuarial Reports
- Houston Municipal Employees Pension System Actuarial Reports
- Houston Police Officer's Pension System Actuarial Reports
- Liens Contact Information
- Mayor's Fiscal Responsibility Webpage
- Property Assessments and Liens
- Red Light Camera Violations