Hachioji City Releases Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Health Indicators
Hachioji City, Tokyo – Hachioji City has officially published its financial health indicators, specifically the “健全化判断比率” (Soundness Judgment Ratios) and “資金不足比率” (Funding Shortfall Ratios), based on the fiscal year 2024 results. This announcement, made on September 1, 2025, at 03:00, provides a transparent overview of the city’s financial standing and its ongoing commitment to fiscal responsibility.
The publication of these ratios is a crucial aspect of the Local Autonomy Act, designed to ensure the sound management of local government finances and to inform citizens about the city’s fiscal health. These indicators serve as benchmarks to assess whether a local government is operating within sustainable financial parameters.
The 健全化判断比率 (Soundness Judgment Ratios) encompass several key metrics that evaluate the city’s ability to manage its debt and financial obligations. These typically include:
- 実質公債費比率 (Substantive Debt Service Ratio): This ratio measures the proportion of the general account budget used to repay principal and interest on the city’s debt. A lower ratio generally indicates a stronger capacity to manage debt.
- 資金繰り状況 (Cash Flow Situation / Balance of Funds): This refers to the city’s ability to secure sufficient funds to meet its financial obligations when they become due.
- 経常収支比率 (Current Account Surplus Ratio): This indicator reflects the extent to which current revenues cover current expenditures, excluding specific items like debt repayment. A higher ratio suggests a healthier operational balance.
- 将来負担比率 (Future Burden Ratio): This ratio assesses the burden that the city’s future debt repayment will place on its finances.
In addition to these, the report also details the 資金不足比率 (Funding Shortfall Ratios), which specifically address situations where a local government may face a shortfall in funding for certain public services or facilities, particularly in the context of public enterprise accounting.
The release of this information underscores Hachioji City’s dedication to transparency and accountability in its financial management. By providing these detailed reports, the city aims to foster public trust and ensure that its fiscal policies are aligned with the long-term well-being of its residents.
Citizens are encouraged to review the full report on the official Hachioji City website to gain a comprehensive understanding of these financial indicators and their implications for the city’s future. This proactive disclosure of financial information is a testament to Hachioji City’s commitment to sound governance and the responsible stewardship of public resources.
[お知らせ]令和6年度（2024年度）決算に基づく健全化判断比率・資金不足比率の公表
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