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COLLATERALIZATION <br />Collateralization will be required on active and inactive deposits in accordance with Government Code <br />Section 53651, 53651.2, and 53652, which set forth the eligible securities and the required value of the <br />securities to collateralize these deposits. Whenever possible, the City shall request that U.S. Treasury <br />and Govcmment securities be used as collateral. Repurchase agreements will be collatcrali~ed 102% <br />with securities of the U.S. Government or its Agencies, marked to market daily. <br />SAFEKEEPING AND CUSTODY <br />Securities purchased from brokers/dealers will be held by a third party custodian designated by the <br />Director of Finance and evidenced by safekeeping receipts. Securities purchased through the City's <br />financial institution shall be held by the institution's agent. Securities do not literally have to be held in <br />the name of the City but ownership is evidenced through safekeeping or custodial receipts and/or <br />statements. <br />TRUST AGREEMENTS <br />The City shall direct the investment activities of trustees. Such direction shall be in keeping with the <br />terms and conditions of its trust agreements, applicable law and policies set forth in this document. <br />DIVERSIFICATION <br />The City will diversity its instruments by security type and institution, meeting at least the minimum <br />requirements as outlined in Government Code Section 53601. <br />MAXIMUM MATURITIES <br />To the extent possible, the City will attempt to match its investments with anticipated cash flow <br />requirements. The City may directly invest in securities maturing more than 5 years from the date of <br />purchase if they are authorized by the City Council. After Council authorization, no waiting period is <br />required before such an investment is made. <br />Tlie City may invest proceeds of bond issuances or Certificates of Participation for a term exceeding five <br />years, provided the City Council authorises such investments as part of the legal documents. <br />INTERNAL CONTROL <br />The Director of Finance shall establish an annual process of independent review by an external auditor. <br />This review will provide internal control by assuring compliance with policies and procedures. <br />PERFORMANCE STANDARDS <br />The investment portfolio will be designed to obtain a market average rate of return. Safety and liquidity, <br />however, will continue to be the predominant emphasis. <br />4 <br />