Acuerdo N° 19 (Presupuesto rentas y gastos 1897)

Abstract

The image contains a news item about the 1896 municipal budget for income and expenses, with a total of $234,701.25. The Municipal Council of Bogotá sets the income at $234,701.25, including contributions and privileges. The income is divided into sections such as direct and indirect taxes, telephone privileges, fines and benefits. Also included are income from leasing stores and market stalls. Special income is allocated for the Hospice, Board of Public Works, and other sections. Regarding expenses, the necessary personnel in different departments such as the legislative, government, police, judicial, treasury, cemeteries and charities are detailed. Funds are also allocated for the inspection of the Almotacén, construction materials, and maintenance of various charity centers and asylums. Expenses are foreseen for pensions, food, medicines and services for the benefit of people in need. As a whole, the budget aims to guarantee the well-being and security of citizens through an equitable and effective distribution of municipal resources. The municipal budget for the year 1896 is detailed in several chapters. The first chapter refers to contributions destined to different charitable institutions, such as the Society of Holy Childhood and the Vicentinos Hospital, among others. The monthly amounts assigned to each institution for support are specified. The second chapter details the expenses related to the operation of municipal offices, including the purchase of laws, binding, furniture and necessary repairs. Expenses are also contemplated for the maintenance of the Municipal Palace, such as the purchase and repair of furniture. The third chapter focuses on the public works department, with items allocated to the repair of municipal buildings, the construction of bridges, the leveling of squares and other infrastructure works. Funds are also included for the maintenance of the municipal slaughterhouse and for the cleaning of specific neighborhoods. On the other hand, provisions are established related to the presentation and approval of the municipal budget, as well as the rendering of accounts and the settlement of pending credits. Emphasis is placed on the need to guarantee transparency in the management of municipal funds, with the participation of the Municipal Representative in the supervision of financial processes. In summary, the municipal budget of 1896 reflects the distribution of funds to support charitable institutions, cover administrative expenses, carry out public works and ensure the proper functioning of the city. Mechanisms are established to monitor the use of funds and ensure that they are appropriately allocated to the priority needs of the community. News Published in Municipal Registry No. 737-738 on December 15, 1896