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Cutler Bay Ordinance to Increase Minimum Budget Reserves

Original title: AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA, REGARDING BUDGETING AND RESERVES; AMENDING ORDINANCE 13-06 TO INCREASE THE MINIMUM RESERVE PERCENTAGE FOR THE RESERVE FUND BALANCE OF THE TOWN’S ANNUAL GENERAL FUND BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; REPEALING CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

October 22, 2015

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The Frame

What this does

The ordinance changes the minimum amount of money the Town of Cutler Bay is legally required to keep in its general fund reserve, which affects the town's financial liquidity and budget planning.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Town of Cutler Bay taxpayers

The ordinance changes the financial management requirements for the town's general fund, which is supported by tax revenue.

Town Council

The Council is responsible for enacting and adhering to the new reserve percentage requirements.

What changed

Last recorded activity October 22, 2015.

What's next

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Summary

This ordinance amends existing town law to increase the minimum required reserve percentage for the Town of Cutler Bay's annual general fund budget. It updates previous financial requirements established in Ordinance 13-06.

Key Facts

  • The ordinance increases the minimum reserve percentage for the Town of Cutler Bay's annual general fund budget.
  • This legislation amends the previously established Ordinance 13-06.
  • The ordinance includes a severability clause, ensuring the rest of the law remains valid if any single part is found unconstitutional.
  • The ordinance mandates its inclusion in the Town Code.
  • The ordinance repeals any previous town ordinances that conflict with these new reserve requirements.
  • The ordinance establishes an effective date for the new reserve requirements.

Why It Matters

The ordinance changes the minimum amount of money the Town of Cutler Bay is legally required to keep in its general fund reserve, which affects the town's financial liquidity and budget planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a reserve fund balance?
It is a portion of the town's budget set aside as a financial cushion for emergencies or unforeseen expenses.
Does this ordinance change how much money the town spends?
The ordinance changes the minimum amount the town must hold in reserve, which dictates how much of the general fund must remain unspent.

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Fiscal Policy Update

The town is moving to increase its mandatory financial safety net by amending 2013-era reserve requirements.

Connected Entities

otherItem # 2015-144The tracking number for this legislative item.Map →
otherOrdinance 13-06The existing law being amended by this new ordinance.Map →
locationTown of Cutler BayThe municipality enacting the ordinance.Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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