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10-Minute Supervisor Trainings

10-Minute Supervisor Trainings. Kentucky Soil and Water Conservation Commission. MAY 2011. BEING RESPONSIBLE FOR TAXPAYER FUNDS.

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10-Minute Supervisor Trainings

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  1. 10-Minute Supervisor Trainings Kentucky Soil and Water Conservation Commission MAY 2011 BEING RESPONSIBLE FOR TAXPAYER FUNDS District supervisors as well as district employees should be very aware of the public eye being placed on them when they are handling taxpayer funds. Due to the unique nature of the conservation district, we should all think about how the district’s money is being spent and safeguarded. RESPONSIBLE : As Conservation District Supervisors roles, responsibilities and commitments have changed in dramatic fashion over the last decade. You may have never had as much interest in programs and probably never been accountable for as much money as your district is today. Board Supervisors as elected officials are obligated by law, ethics and publics trust, and are thereby RESPONSIBLE for ensuring taxpayer funds are used legally, wisely and for the purpose of fulfilling their counties conservation plans. • FUNDAMENTALS: • Know/Follow the Statues/Laws • Develop and Follow Policies • Ensure Employees Know/Follows Policies • Implement Safeguards • Utilize Proper Documentation • Work Together

  2. TWELVE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: • Ensure Adequate Bond Coverage Is In Place. • Ensure Checks Are Signed By Authorized Personnel Only Preferably Two Board Members. • Never Ever Sign Blank Checks. • Review Supporting Documents Before Issuing Checks. • Ensure Blank Checks Are Properly Safeguarded In A Locked Location. • Use Caution With Debit, Credit Cards And Online Banking Activities And Monitor Closely. • Treasurer Should Reconcile Each Account Monthly For Accuracy. • Board Review And Approve All Monthly Financial Reports. • Utilize A Cash Receipts Journal And Review On A Regular Basis. • Ensure Timely Deposits of Cash Receipts • Review All Monthly Program Progress Reports. • Report any suspicious activity immediately. Ask yourself these questions when in doubt! 1. Is my action legal? 2. Does my action comply with district policy? 3. Am I sure my action does not appear inappropriate? 4. Am I sure I would not be embarrassed or compromised if my action became known with the district board or publicly? QUESTIONS • What is the significance of these rules with the new “Districts in Good Standing?” • How does this protect the board? • How does this protect the employees of the board?

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