Relación de gastos y lista de obras ejecutadas en Febrero de 1893

Abstract

The image contains news about the Municipal Public Works Board of Colombia, at its meeting in March 1893, it presented a report on the approved expenses and the works carried out in the month of February. The amount of contributions that the Municipal Treasurer can collect in the year 1896 is detailed, including direct taxes, gaming rights and other privileges. Fees for different municipal positions are also mentioned and a budget is established for the Department of Cemeteries. The payment of sums related to the construction of vaults is approved and a pension is assigned to certain beneficiaries. These decisions were made in accordance with the legal powers of the Municipal Council of Bogotá. In summary, it reports on the financial management and actions taken by the municipal administration in relation to tax collection, public works expenditures and budget allocations for various departments. The importance of guaranteeing the good service of cemeteries and compliance with contractual obligations with pension providers and beneficiaries is highlighted. The Municipal Congress allocates different amounts to help various institutions and programs in the city. $20 per month are granted for poor detainees, up to $40 per month for rations for leprosy patients, $100 per month for the Insane Asylum, $100 per month for the School of Domestic Trades, and $100 per month for the Lazaretto de Agua de Dios, among others. Funds are also allocated to support orphaned and poor girls, as well as for the Charity Hospital. Expenses are foreseen for the printing of the Municipal Registry, office expenses and purchase of laws, as well as for the acquisition of three premises for municipal inspections. In addition, funds are allocated for public works, such as the installation of stairs at the Meat Market. Expenses are also contemplated for the cleaning of the Chapinero neighborhood, the acquisition of furniture and the maintenance of Summary of the regulations: According to Article 62, the income received from active credits from previous years must be included in the Budget of Income and Expenses and new taxes or contributions determined by the Council. Article 63 establishes that the Expenditure Authorizing Officer cannot exceed the total amount of the budget. In addition, credits opened by issued agreements will be accumulated in the general account. Article 64 indicates that the Municipal Administrative Council will carry out general settlements of the Budget. Article 66 states that in June, the Treasurer will present budget reports. Article 67 mentions the inclusion of credits owed by the municipal Treasurer. If the budget is not approved, the pertinent settlements must be made. Additionally, the Treasurer is ordered to open a checking account at a bank for the funds collected. Municipal buildings. In summary, the municipal budget encompasses a wide range of programs and activities to benefit the community and improve the city's infrastructure. News published in Municipal Registry No. 587 of April 6, 1893