To: Board of Supervisors
From: Auditor/Controller
SUBJECT:
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Adoption of Ordinance Adding Section 243-3 to Chapter 3 of Division 4 of Title II of the Humboldt County Code Relating to Waiting Periods for Consideration of Claims and Issuance of Warrants
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
That the Board of Supervisors adopt Ordinance No. _______, adding Section 243-3 to Chapter 3 of Division 4 of Title II of the Humboldt County Code relating to waiting periods for consideration of claims and issuance of warrants.
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SOURCE OF FUNDING:
General Fund
DISCUSSION:
On August 28, 2018, the Board of Supervisors introduced the above-referenced ordinance for adoption with a directive to the Clerk of the Board to publish a pre-adoption summary of the ordinance and set the ordinance for adoption at least one (1) week away. The recommended action will complete adoption of the ordinance and result in publication of a post-adoption summary.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Adoption of the attached ordinance will have a minimal impact to the Humboldt County General Fund. However, it could cause claims to be processed sooner, which may allow the county to receive certain discounts.
The recommended actions support the Board of Supervisors’ Strategic Framework by managing resources to ensure sustainability of services.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
None.
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:I-1
The Board could choose not to adopt the attached ordinance regarding waiver of the three (3) day waiting period for consideration of claims and issuance of warrants. However, this alternative is not recommended because it would cause delays in processing claims for payment.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance No. ____________ Adding Section 243-3 to Chapter 3 of Division 4 of Title II of the Humboldt County Code Relating to Waiting Periods for Consideration of Claims and Issuance of Warrants
2. Summary for Publication after Adoption of Ordinance
PREVIOUS ACTION/REFERRAL:
Board Order No.: I-1
Meeting of: August 28, 2018