TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Supervisor Williams and Supervisor McGourty
MEETING DATE: July 25, 2023
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Supervisor Williams
PHONE:
707-937-3500
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Supervisor McGourty
PHONE:
707-463-4441
ITEM TYPE: Regular Agenda
TIME ALLOCATED FOR ITEM: 15 Minutes
AGENDA TITLE:
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Discussion and Possible Action Including Direction to Staff to Develop a Contingency Plan for Creation of Department of Finance Based on Best Practice of Successful Counties
(Sponsors: Supervisor Williams and Supervisor McGourty)
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RECOMMENDED ACTION/MOTION:
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Direct Staff to develop a Contingency Plan for creation of Department of Finance based on best practice of successful counties.
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PREVIOUS BOARD/BOARD COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
In 2007 the board began a process of consolidating the elected positions of Auditor-Controller and Treasurer-Tax Collector.
Effective January 2, 2023, the board followed through on the aforementioned consolidation.
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
Given the challenges Mendocino County has encountered in generating reliable financial reports, maintaining fiscal transparency, efficient tax collection, among other responsibilities, there is an urgent need for systemic improvements. Our constituents deserve a higher level of professionalism in the management of their public finances.
In response to these issues, the item directs an action plan:
1. Benchmarking and Best Practices: We will identify and study proven models of financial management from other counties to understand and emulate their successful strategies.
2. State and Association Partnerships: Leverage partnerships with state entities and associations like the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) and the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC). They will provide valuable resources, expertise, and potential collaboration opportunities.
3. Staff Development: Begin a comprehensive training and development plan for staff to...
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