How to Build Your Own ClearGov
Replace ClearGov with a custom build. Modern Local Government Budgeting
Build Difficulty: 4/5
A few focused days to build a solid replacement
Estimated Timeline
Based on 38 features at Few Days difficulty, expect about 3-5 days with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 38 features
Reporting(10 features)
Build Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports with guided templates
Build and publish annual reports with templates
Create and publish Capital Improvement Plan books
Build and publish interactive digital budget books
Create and manage financial disclosure documents
+5 more in this category
Community Engagement(6 features)
Provide access to demographic data for community transparency
Drive community engagement and trust with online access to key information and services
Provide 24/7 community access to key financial information and data
Provide online forms for community interaction and data collection
Share performance metrics with the community
+1 more in this category
Budgeting(5 features)
Optimize how you build your annual capital, personnel, and operating budgets
Create multiple budget scenarios complete with audit trails
Create and manage capital budget plans with streamlined approval processes
Build and manage annual operating budgets
Manage and track personnel budget allocations
Accessibility & Compliance(2 features)
Generate ADA-compliant outputs designed for sharing, publishing, or print-ready PDF distribution
Create a user-friendly, ADA-compliant experience for community residents
Compliance & Standards(2 features)
Support for ASBO International standards and best practices
Built-in GFOA checklist to ensure budget meets Government Finance Officers Association criteria
Workflow Automation(2 features)
Streamline department head requests with user-friendly forms
Manage and communicate line item approvals collaboratively and efficiently
Communication(1 features)
Communicate what's getting done and present plans in website, mobile, or PDF formats
Compliance & Audit(1 features)
Maintain complete audit trails for budget scenarios and changes
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