The Budget Formulation and Execution Division (CFO1) leads and manages a portfolio based budget process, which includes all aspects of budget formulation, justification, and presentation within NWS and all aspects of budget execution, including the development of allotments, budget operating plans, management of reimbursable agreements, and the tracking and reporting of financial commitments and obligations to ensure an accurate status of available funds. The division is the focal point within NWS for resource allocation; execution of fiscal resources to headquarters and field organizations; establishing and implementing internal controls; and developing and analyzing financial system requirements. The division develops the narrative budget justifications and other supporting documentation for the annual budget submissions to NOAA, DOC, OMB, and Congress. It tracks agency funding levels and performs analyses of various project proposals, budget reductions, and legislation. The division is also responsible for managing and reporting NWS personal property. The Division serves as the organizational liaison for acquisitions and grants, and ensures that programs adhere to established policies and procedures.

 

CFO1 Division Director Phone Email Address
Tim Napora (301) 427-9802 Timothy.Napora@noaa.gov

 

Tim oversees the formulation and execution functions of the NWS budget, which is approximately $1 billion. 

 

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