Reference Materials
Public Funds Investment Act of the State of Illinois (30 ILCS 235/1)
Local Government Debt Reform Act (30 ILCS 350/)
Public Funds Deposit Act (30 ILCS 225/)
Diversification Mitigates Risk
Using Commercial Paper in Investment Portfolios
GFOA Template Investment Policy
Cash Flow Forecasting White Paper
How Cash Flow Forecasting Helps with Investing
Tools
GFOA Best Practices/Advisories
GFOA Best Practices identify specific policies and procedures that contribute to improved government management. They aim to promote and facilitate positive change or recognize excellence rather than merely to codify current accepted practice. GFOA has emphasized that these practices be proactive steps that a government should be taking. Best practices are applicable to all governments (both large and small). Best practices are approved by the GFOA executive board and represent the official position of the organization.
GFOA Advisories identify specific policies and procedures necessary to minimize a government’s exposure to potential loss in connection with its financial management activities. For many advisories, GFOA will be providing specific recommendations on how to avoid risk or loss, either proactively or retroactively, in response to current events or trends. Advisories are approved by the GFOA executive board and represent the official position of the organization.
Association of Public Treasurers of the US and Canada
APT US&C offers educational and certification opportunities to public sector treasury and investment professionals, including various ongoing accreditations such as the Certified Public Finance Administrator (CPFA) and the Certified Public Funds Investment Manager (CPFIM). APT US&C also provides certifications for organizations, not individuals. APT US&C certifies investment, debt, cash handling and disaster preparedness policies.
APT US&C policy certifications Going through a disciplined process to create your policies, and then having them reviewed and certified may show stakeholders that your organization is prepared and that you have policies in place that have received a national stamp of approval.
Recent News
In this month's newsletter view our upcoming schedule for conferences and events, check out the link to our other recent articles, read our economic update, and see the July 2024 fund performance.
Read moreThis article gives a refresher for the GFOA's Best Practices as it pertains to managing public funds. Even though you may know them well, it is always helpful to review (one might call that a Best Practice). The article can be found here: Refresher: GFOA Best Practices for Managing Public Funds
Read moreThis article breaks down Cash Flow Forecasting (CFF). It focuses in on what CFF is, what CFF is not, and where to start.
The article can be found here: Navigating Fiscal Waters: The Art of Cash Flow Forecasting for Financial Stewardship
Read moreIn this month's newsletter view our upcoming schedule for conferences and events, read our economic update, and see the June 2024 fund performance.
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