Departments


Finance Department

200 South Hamilton, Gahanna, OH 43230 | (614) 342-4060
Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F
Overview
The Finance department oversees all of the city's financial operations, which include the municipal income tax, city budget, annual appropriations, accounts payable, debt and investment management and payroll.

The City of Gahanna is a conservative, well-run city with the City Council and Administration mindful of all financial decisions. This is demonstrated by the Moody's Bond Rating of Aa1 and the City having one of the lowest real estate tax millage of 2.4 mills and an income tax rate of 1 1/2%.
Finance Department News
Your Money At Work Your Money At Work
The City of Gahanna is committed to keeping communication lines open with residents. In our continuing efforts to provide timely and factual information, we have created this guide to help you understand how the City’s finances are structured.

City Expects $1 Million in Savings From Sale of Bonds
The City of Gahanna has refinanced bonds from 2005, the total cash savings throughout the life of the bonds will be $1.06 million.  From 2014 to 2030, the City will see an average annual cash savings of $58,000 to $62,000.  

City of Gahanna's Credit Rating of Aa1 Affirmed by Moody's Rating Agency
The City of Gahanna was notified by Moody's Investor Services, Inc. that the City's Aa1 bond rating has been reaffirmed. Aa1 is the second highest credit rating issued by Moody's.

State Audit Finds City of Gahanna in ‘Good Order’ State Audit Finds City of Gahanna in ‘Good Order’
Ohio State Auditors have taken a look at the City of Gahanna’s 2011 finances and have found them to be accurate and in compliance with standards.

City Releases Depository Services RFP City Releases Depository Services RFP
The City of Gahanna is soliciting competitive proposals in order to obtain quality, streamlined banking services at competitive market pricing