Report to Mayor and City Council
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Consent
SUBJECT:
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CONSIDER A REPORT ON ALL INTRADEPARTMENTAL BUDGET TRANSFERS APPROVED UNDER THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE AUTHORITY FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH AND APRIL OF 2024 PER ORDINANCE 24-2401 (CITY COUNCIL)
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I. SUMMARY
On February 20, 2024 (Item No. 27) Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 24-2401 amending section 2955.1 (Budget Transfers) of Chapter 9.5 (Fiscal Administration) of Article II (Administration) of the Carson Municipal Code. Section 2 requires that once per month during a regular City Council meeting, a list of all intradepartmental budget transfers approved under City Manager authority, including any Departmental Director-approved transfers, shall be presented to the City Council. Staff are presenting to Council a report for Intradepartmental transfers authorized by the City Manager or Designee for the period of March 1, 2024, through April 30, 2024 (Exhibit No. 1).
This staff report outlines departmental budget transfers for review by the City Council. It provides a comprehensive overview of the proposed transfers, their rationale, and the impact on departmental operations. The report aims to ensure transparency and fiscal responsibility in managing the city's budget.
II. RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
TAKE the following actions:
RECEIVE and FILE this information.
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III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE another action the City Council deems appropriate and consistent with the requirements of the law.
IV. BACKGROUND
The city's budget is a critical tool for allocating resources to various departments and initiatives, ensuring the efficient delivery of services to residents. Throughout the fiscal year, departments may encounter unforeseen circumstances or evolving priorities that necessitate adjustments to their budgets. These adjustments often involve transferring funds between line items to address emerging needs or to capitalize on new opportunities.
In compliance with city regulations, department directors may also approve intradepartmental budget transfers within their respective Departments on terms prescribed by the City Manager (subject to compliance with this section and applicable law), except that: (i) Department Directors shall not be permitted to approve any intradepartmental budget transfers involving personnel-related funds or expenditures, such as salaries or benefits; and (ii) the City Manager shall have authority to restrict (including by removing) the intradepartmental budget transfer authority of one or more Department Directors as deemed necessary in the City Manager’s sole discretion.
These requests undergo careful review to assess the justification, necessity, and potential impact of the proposed transfers. The City Manager's office then presents these requests to the City Council.
Attached as Exhibit 1 is the Intradepartmental Transfers Report for City Manager or Designee Authority executed between March and April of 2024.
V. FISCAL IMPACT
None.
VI. EXHIBITS
1. Interdepartmental Transfers (pg. 3)
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Prepared by: WILLIAM JEFFERSON, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE