LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH CENTER
File #: 23-5044    Version: 1
Type: Agenda Item Status: Passed
File created: 12/1/2023 In control: Finance
On agenda: 12/18/2023 Final action: 12/18/2023
Title: Vote on a Request to Approve the new Internal Purchasing Guidelines: Food Purchases.
Attachments: 1. Food Policy Draft_v2, 2. Food Policy FAQ Examples_v2

Title

Vote on a Request to Approve the new Internal Purchasing Guidelines: Food Purchases.

 

Abstract

Introduction & Background: In our continuing effort to be good stewards of County funds, we continually evaluate our expenses.  The provided guidelines in the attached policy attempt to clarify which internal departmental purchases are considered appropriate and which are not with attention to cost effectiveness.

                     

Discussion & Analysis: When meetings of an administrative nature are held by County Boards, Committees, or Departments that directly relate to County business, the cost of meals or light refreshments may be paid from budgeted funds with approval from a department head or their designee. 

 

How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: N/A

 

Budgetary Impact: Budgeted amounts to cover purchases noted in the new Internal Purchasing Guidelines will be discussed during the individual departmental budget meetings.

                     

Recommendation/Motion: Approve the new Internal Purchasing Guidelines: Food Purchases.