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Budget Season Checklist for Community Managers
Here’s your guide to making this budget season count!
Step 1: Review the Community’s Funding Needs
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Review the latest reserve study or capital project plan
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Identify major upcoming expenses (next 1–5 years)
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Flag timing and amounts for near-term projects (next 12–24 months)
Goal: Understand when funds will be needed before the Board considers investment options..
Step 2: Assess Reserve Fund Balances
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Check current reserve account balances
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Compare to projected reserve funding needs
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Identify excess funds not needed in the short term
Goal: Identify the amount not needed in the next 12–24 months before the Board considers investment options.
Step 3: Review Program Options with Board
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Ensure your community is receiving CD Maturity and Hot Opportunity Alerts from the Reserve Cash Management Program
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Review rates and timing for CDs and Money Market Accounts with the Board, keeping in mind timing of cash needs for the community
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Engage your Financial Services or Accounting team for support, as needed
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Goal: Align with board on desired investment products and timeframes. Even an extra 0.50% in interest can mean more earnings for the community’s budget!