Q. Your office just released the fifth edition of “Tracking Your Tax Dollars: A Guide to St. Johns County’s Finances.” What is the purpose of this guide?
A. “Tracking Your Tax Dollars” is our Popular Annual Financial Report, or PAFR. The guide gives residents a clear picture of how their tax dollars were collected, spent and invested over the past year. It’s a refined version of our Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and is designed to help you understand where county funds go and how they support our community.
Q. What kind of information does the PAFR include?
A. The PAFR includes financial highlights from fiscal year 2024, including county revenues and expenditures, the budget process and a breakdown of how the county uses the money to provide necessary services to residents. A snapshot of the county’s investments, reserves and financial health is also included.
Q. Does the PAFR offer any other information that might be of interest to residents?
A. In addition to financial highlights, the PAFR includes economic indicators and community trends, including updates on demographics, housing, population and community growth. The report also highlights the county’s strategic investment in community services.
Q. Where can residents access the PAFR?
A. The PAFR is available to view online at stjohnsclerk.com/pafr. Printed copies can be requested at the St. Johns County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller’s Office at the Richard O. Watson Judicial Center, 4010 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine.
For a more comprehensive look into the county’s financial reports, the full Annual Comprehensive Financial Report can also be accessed online at stjohnsclerk.com/acfr.
Q. What is the best way for people to contact your office with questions?
A. For questions about the Popular Annual Financial Report, or any of the services we offer, residents can contact our Customer Care Call Center Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at (904) 819-3600, and by email at clerk@stjohnsclerk.com. I can also be reached directly on my cell at (904) 599-8688 or by email at BPatty@stjohnsclerk.com.
