This document outlines an assignment to write a 4-5 page paper on the operating budget for a selected agency. The paper must include: 1. An introduction providing background on the agency's mission and goals. 2. A budget overview section describing the agency's financial summary, department budgets, funding sources, capital projects, and debt administration. 3. A cost analysis section covering the agency's fixed, step-fixed, and variable costs. 4. A budget challenges section identifying 1-2 challenges in managing the budget. 5. Budget recommendation section with 2-3 strategies for the agency over the next 5 years regarding initiatives and cuts. The paper should follow APA formatting and