City of Riverside, MO Financing

[R.O. 2011 §145.010; Ord. No. 2008-40 §1, 3-4-2008]

To obtain maximum investment income through prudent and conservative investments of the City's temporarily idle funds while maintaining sufficient fund balances to meet approved expenditures. The City will utilize those financing alternatives and techniques which produce positive financial advantages and security for its citizens. The primary objectives in priority order of investment activities shall be safety, liquidity and yield.

Safety. Safety of principal is the foremost objective of the investment program. Investments shall be undertaken in a manner that seeks to ensure the preservation of capital in the overall portfolio. The objective will be to mitigate credit risk and interest rate risk.

Credit risk. The City of Riverside will minimize credit risk, the risk of loss due to the failure of the security issuer or backer, by:

(1)

The financial institutions, broker/dealers, intermediaries and advisors with which the City of Riverside will do business will be pre-qualified; and

(2)

The portfolio will be diversified so that potential losses on individual securities will be minimized.

Interest rate risk. The City of Riverside will minimize the risk that the market value of securities in the portfolio will fall due to changes in general interest rates by:

(1)

The investment portfolio will be structured so that securities mature to meet cash requirements for ongoing operations, thereby avoiding the need to sell securities on the open market prior to maturity; and

(2)

Investing operating funds primarily in shorter-term securities.

Liquidity. The investment portfolio shall remain sufficiently liquid to meet all operating requirements that may be reasonably anticipated. This is accomplished by structuring the portfolio so that securities mature concurrent with cash needs to meet anticipated demands (static liquidity). Furthermore, since all possible cash demands cannot be anticipated, the portfolio should consist largely of securities with active secondary or resale markets (dynamic liquidity). A portion of the portfolio also may be placed in bank deposits or repurchase agreements that offer same-day liquidity for short-term funds.

Yield. The investment portfolio shall be designed with the objective of attaining a market rate of return throughout budgetary and economic cycles, taking into account the investment risk constraints and liquidity needs. Return on investment is of secondary importance compared to the safety and liquidity objectives described above. The investments are limited to relatively low risk securities in anticipation of earning a fair return relative to the risk being assumed. Securities shall not be sold prior to maturity with the following exceptions:

A security with declining credit may be sold early to minimize loss of principal.

A security swap would improve the quality, yield or target duration in the portfolio.

Liquidity needs of the portfolio require that the security be sold.

Section 145.020 General Policy of Investment Limitations.

[R.O. 2011 §145.020; Ord. No. 2008-40 §1, 3-4-2008]

It is the policy of the City to only invest in those instruments eligible to be purchased by a City of the Fourth Class organized pursuant to the laws of the State of Missouri.

Investment types. In accordance with and subject to restrictions imposed by current Statutes, the following list represents the entire range of investments that City of Riverside, Missouri, will consider and which shall be authorized for the investments of funds by the City of Riverside, Missouri.

United States Treasury Securities. The City of Riverside, Missouri, may invest in obligations of the United States Government for which the full faith and credit of the United States are pledged for the payment of principal and interest.

United States Agency Securities. The City of Riverside, Missouri, may invest in obligations issued or guaranteed by any agency of the United States Government as described in Section 145.020(2).

Repurchase agreements. The City of Riverside, Missouri, may invest in contractual agreements between the City of Riverside, Missouri, and commercial banks or primary government securities dealers. The purchaser in a repurchase agreement enters into a contractual agreement to purchase U.S. Treasury and government agency securities while simultaneously agreeing to resell the securities at predetermined dates and prices.

Collateralized Public Deposits (Certificates of Deposit.) Instruments issued by financial institutions which state that specified sums have been deposited for specified periods of time and at specified rates of interest. The certificates of deposit are required to be backed by acceptable collateral securities as dictated by State Statute.

Security selection. The following list represents the entire range of the Untied States Agency Securities that the City of Riverside will consider and which shall be authorized for the investment of funds. Additionally, the following definitions and guidelines should be used in purchasing the instruments:

U.S. Government Agency Coupon and Zero Coupon Securities. (Bullet coupon bonds with no embedded options.)

U.S. Government Agency Discount Notes. (Purchased at a discount with maximum maturities of one (1) year.)

U.S. Government Agency Callable Securities. (Restricted to securities callable at par only with final maturities of two (2) years.)

U.S. Government Mortgage Backed Securities. Restricted to securities with final maturities of two (2) years.

Investment restrictions and prohibited transactions. To provide for the safety and liquidity of the City of Riverside's funds, the investment portfolio will be subject to the following restrictions:

Borrowing for investment purposes ("leverage") is prohibited.

Instruments known as structured notes (e.g., inverse floaters, leveraged floaters and equity-linked securities) are not permitted. Investment in any instrument which is commonly considered a "derivative" instrument (e.g., options, futures, swaps, caps, floors and collars) is prohibited.

Contracting to sell securities not yet acquired in order to purchase other securities for purposes of speculating on developments or trends in the market is prohibited.

Collateralization. Collateralization will be required on two (2) types of investments: certificates of deposit and repurchase agreements. The market value (including accrued interest) of the collateral should be at least one hundred percent (100%).

For certificates of deposit, the market value of collateral must be at least one hundred percent (100%) or greater of the amount of certificates of deposits plus demand deposits with the depository, less the amount, if any, which is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or the National Credit Unions Share Insurance Fund.

All securities, which serve as collateral against the deposits of a depository institution, must be safekept at a non-affiliated custodial facility. Depository institutions pledging collateral against deposits must, in conjunction with the custodial agent, furnish the necessary custodial receipts within five (5) business days from the settlement date.

The City of Riverside, Missouri, shall have a depositary contract and pledge agreement with each safekeeping bank that will comply with the Financial Institutions, Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act of 1989 (FIRREA). This will ensure that the City of Riverside's security interest in collateral pledged to secure deposits is enforceable against the receiver of a failed financial institution.

The Finance Office shall maintain a list of the securities designated by the Board of Aldermen as acceptable collateral of the deposit of City funds. The listing is not intended to serve as, and should not be considered as, a listing of legally authorized investment instruments. The City of Riverside reserves the right to refuse to accept as collateral any security or securities on this list, or to request the submission of an alternate acceptable security or securities, if, in the sole discretion of the Finance Officer, he/she determines that such action will provide greater security for the deposit of City funds.

Repurchase agreements. The securities for which repurchase agreements will be transacted will be limited to U.S. Treasury and government agency securities that are eligible to be delivered via the Federal Reserve's Fedwire book entry system. Securities will be delivered to the City of Riverside's designated custodial agent. Funds and securities will be transferred on a delivery vs. payment basis.

Pooling of funds. Except for cash in certain restricted and special funds, the City of Riverside, Missouri will consolidate cash balances from all funds to maximize investment earnings. Investment income will be allocated to the various funds based on their respective participation and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

External management of funds. Investment through external programs, facilities and professionals operating in a manner consistent with this policy will constitute compliance.

Section 145.030 Investment Parameters.

[R.O. 2011 §145.030; Ord. No. 2008-40 §1, 3-4-2008]

Diversification.

The investments shall be diversified to minimize the risk of loss resulting from over concentration of assets in specific maturity, specific issuer or specific class of securities. Diversification strategies shall be established and periodically review.

At a minimum, diversification standards by security type and issuer shall be:

Investment Type	Maximum % Of Total Portfolio	Maximum In Any One Instrument
U.S. Treasuries and Securities having principal and/or interest guaranteed by the U.S. Government	100%	50%
Collateralized time and demand deposits	75%	20% per bank
U.S. Government agencies and government sponsored enterprises	100%	50%
Collateralized repurchase agreements	50%	50%
U.S. Government agency callable securities	20%	20%

Maximum Maturities.

To the extent possible, the City of Riverside, Missouri, shall attempt to match its investments with anticipated cash flow requirements. Investments in bankers' acceptances and commercial paper shall mature and become payable not more than one hundred eighty (180) days from the date of purchase. All other investments shall mature and become payable not more than two (2) years from the date of purchase. However, no more than twenty percent (20%) of the portfolio should have a maturity greater than one (1) year from the date of purchase.

Because of inherent difficulties in accurately forecasting cash flow requirements, a portion of the portfolio should be continuously invested in readily available funds such as bank deposits or overnight repurchase agreements to ensure that appropriate liquidity is maintained to meet ongoing obligations.

Section 145.040 Investment Transactions.

[R.O. 2011 §145.040; Ord. No. 2008-40 §1, 3-4-2008]

Authorized Financial Dealers And Institutions.

A list will be maintained of financial institutions authorized to provide investment transactions. In addition, a list also will be maintained of approved security broker/dealers selected by credit worthiness as determined by the Finance Officer and approved by the Governing Body. These may include "primary" dealers or regional dealers that qualify under Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Rule 15C3-1 (uniform net capital rule).

All financial institutions and broker/dealers who desire to become qualified for investment transactions must annually supply the following as appropriate:

Audited financial statements.

Proof of National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) certification.

Proof of State registration.

Completed broker/dealer questionnaire.

Certification of having read and understood and agreeing to comply with the City of Riverside's investment policy.

An annual review of the financial condition and registration of qualified financial institutions and broker/dealers will be conducted by the Finance Officer.

Internal Controls. The Finance Officer is responsible for establishing and maintaining an internal control structure that will be reviewed annually with the City of Riverside's independent auditor. The internal control structure shall be designed to ensure that the assets of the City of Riverside are protected from loss, theft or misuse and to provide reasonable assurance that these objectives are met. The concept of reasonable assurance recognizes that:

The cost of control should not exceed the benefits likely to be derived, and

The valuation of costs and benefits require estimates and judgments by management.

Delivery vs. Payment. All trades where applicable will be executed by delivery vs. payment (DVP) to ensure that securities are deposited in eligible financial institutions prior to the release of funds. All securities shall be perfected in the name or for the account of the City of Riverside, Missouri, and shall be held by a third-party custodian as evidenced by safekeeping receipts.

Investment Review Committee. The Investment Review Committee will meet quarterly to discuss investment reports, investment strategy and investments. Members of the Investment Review Committee shall include a member of the Board of Aldermen, the City Administrator and the Finance Officer.

Section 145.050 Standards of Care.

[R.O. 2011 §145.050; Ord. No. 2008-40 §1, 3-4-2008]

Prudence. The standard of care to be used by investment officials shall be the "prudent person" standard and shall be applied in the context of managing an overall portfolio. Finance Officers acting in accordance with written procedures and this investment policy and exercising due diligence shall be relieved of personal liability for an individual security's credit risk or market price changes, provided deviations from expectations are reported in a timely fashion to the Governing Body and the liquidity and the sale of securities are carried out in accordance with the terms of this policy. Investment shall be made with judgment and care, under circumstances then prevailing, which persons of prudence, discretion and intelligence exercise in the management of their own affairs, not for speculation, but for investment, considering the probable safety of their capital as well as the probably income to be derived.

Ethics And Conflicts Of Interest. Officers and employees involved in the investment process shall refrain from personal business activity that could conflict with the proper execution and management of the investment program or that could impair their ability to make impartial decisions. Employees and investment officials shall disclose any material interest in financial institutions with which they conduct business. They shall further disclose any personal financial/investment positions that could be related to the performance of the investment portfolio. Employees and officers shall refrain from undertaking personal investment transactions with the same individual with which business is conducted on behalf of the City of Riverside.

Delegation Of Authority. Responsibility for the operation of the investment program is hereby delegated to the Finance Officer who shall act in accordance with the established written procedures and internal controls for the operation of the investment program consistent with this investment policy. Procedures should include references to safekeeping, delivery vs. payment, investment accounting, repurchase agreements, wire transfer agreements and collateral/depository agreements. No person may engage in an investment transaction except as provided under the terms of this policy and the procedures established by the Finance Officer. The Finance Officer shall be responsible for all transactions undertaken and shall establish a system of control to regulate the activities of subordinate officials.

Section 145.060 Records — Report.

[R.O. 2011 §145.060; Ord. No. 2008-40 §1, 3-4-2008]

Methods. The Finance Officer shall prepare an investment report at least quarterly, including a management summary that provides an analysis of the status of the current investment portfolio and transactions made over the last quarter. This management summary will be prepared in a manner that will allow the City of Riverside, Missouri, to ascertain whether investment activities during the reporting period have conformed to the investment policy. The report shall be provided to the Governing Body of the City of Riverside, Missouri, on a quarterly basis unless otherwise required. The report will include the following:

Listing of individual securities held at the end of the reporting period; and

Realized and unrealized gains or losses resulting from appreciation or depreciation by listing the cost and market value of securities over one (1) year duration (in accordance with Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) 31 requirements and only required annually); and

Average weighted yield to maturity of portfolio on investments as compared to applicable bench marks; and

Listing of investment by maturity date; and

Percentage of the total portfolio which each type of investment represents.

Performance Standards. The investment portfolio will be managed in accordance with the parameters specified within this policy. The portfolio should obtain a market average rate of return during a market/economic environment of stable interest rates. A series of appropriate bench marks may be established against which portfolio performance shall be compared on a regular basis. Commercial paper and bankers' acceptances must be reviewed monthly to determine if the rating level has changed. The commercial paper and bankers' acceptances should be reviewed for possible sale if the securities are downgraded below the minimum acceptable rating levels.

Marking To Market. The market value of the portfolio shall be calculated at least quarterly and a statement of the market value of the portfolio shall be issued at least annually to the Governing Body of the City of Riverside, Missouri. This will ensure that review of the investment portfolio, in terms of value and price volatility, has been performed.