Title
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A CREDIT/PURCHASING CARD POLICY FOR THE CITY OF HUDSON.
Brief Description: House Bill 312 established safeguards for credit card use for Ohio’s local governments. Even though the City of Hudson has home rule authority to deviate from HB 312, establishing this policy will ensure transparency and accountability with respect to the City’s credit-related transactions.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
House Bill 312 established safeguards for credit card use for Ohio’s local governments. Even though the City of Hudson has home rule authority to deviate from HB 312, establishing this policy will ensure transparency and accountability with respect to the City’s credit-related transactions.
In formulating the attached policy (Exhibit A), the Finance Department staff reviewed both internal practices and the suggestions of HB 312.
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
Yes [if so, explain why]
X No
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that Council pass this Resolution adopting a credit/purchasing card policy.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Jeffrey F. Knoblauch, Assistant City Manager - Finance Director
Matthew J. Vazzana, City Solicitor