TO: AC Transit Board of Directors
FROM: Michael A. Hursh, General Manager/Chief Executive Officer
SUBJECT: Board Policy 324 - Revenue and Grants
BRIEFING ITEM
AGENDA PLANNING REQUEST: ☐
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
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Consider review of Board Policy 324 - Revenue and Grants with minor amendments.
Staff Contact:
Chris Andrichak, Chief Financial Officer
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STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE:
Goal - Financial Stability and Resiliency
Initiative - Financial Efficiency and Revenue Maximization
Having clear and concise financial policies helps District staff maximize the use of existing and new revenues.
BUDGETARY/FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no direct fiscal impact from any changes to this policy.
BACKGROUND/RATIONALE:
Board Policy 324 was last amended in September 2022. Staff proposes minor amendments for Board consideration as follows:
• Prior Section IV. A. language stated, “The District shall avoid dependence on bond financing to fund on-going operations”. The amended language states “The District shall not utilize bond financing to fund on-going operations”. This amendment was made since, under state law, bond proceeds may only be used for capital expenditures.
• The amendment to IV. E. is a minor edit for clarity and does not change the policy in any significant way.
• Prior Section IV. H. language stated, “To the extent possible, the District shall pursue a diverse and stable revenue base. It is in the District’s best interest to have economic development policies that encourage a more diverse revenue base.” The amended language states “To the extent possible, the District shall pursue a diverse and stable revenue base. It is in the District’s best interest to have revenue diversification strategies that encourage a more diverse and sustainable revenue base.” This amendment was made since the District does not have “economic development policies” but does analyze revenue sources to achieve diversification and sustainability.
ADVANTAGES/DISADVANTAGES:
The advantage of these minor policy amendments is ensuring this policy complies with current law. There are no disadvantages.
ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS:
Alternatively, the Board could decide to maintain the current policy language. This is not recommended as one of the recommended amendments ensures compliance with state law.
PRIOR RELEVANT BOARD ACTION/POLICIES:
Staff Report 22-405a Board Policy 324 - Revenues and Grants
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Board Policy 324
Prepared by:
Emily Heard, Capital Planning and Grants Manager
In Collaboration with:
Richard Oslund, Director of Management & Budget
Approved/Reviewed by:
Chris Andrichak, Chief Financial Officer