Policies

• Formal Board Approval of Additions, Changes, or Deletions to the Annual Program Budget

Under this policy, the Commission must vote to approve any proposed additions, changes or deletions to the annual budget.

• Modifications to the Commission’s Annual Operating Budget

This policy explains what authority the Executive Director and the Commission have with regard to modifying the annual Operating Budget.

• Public Records Policy & Procedures

This policy explains what information and records must be kept by First 5 LA, and for how long. It also provides instructions on how to properly destroy dated information.

• Revised GASB 54

This policy defines fund balance reporting and the different types of government funds.

• Procurement Policy (Revised 9/9/21)

This policy, effective October 1, 2021 explains how First 5 LA selects vendors who provide the organization with goods and services. Please refer to Section XI. Appeals for more information on First 5 LA’s Appeals Policy.   

• Policy Against Supplanting

This policy explains that First 5 LA funds cannot be used to replace state or local General Fund money for any reason.

• Conflict of Interest

This policy defines conflict of interest and why it must be avoided.

• Policy and Guidelines for Approving First 5 LA’s Positions on State and Federal bills, and Related Advocacy Activities

In the event that First 5 LA decides to take a position on legislation or other governmental actions, this policy provides guidelines on the process for approving the agency’s position.

• Conference Sponsorship Policy

This policy establishes a uniform policy and procedure for funding conferences/ events.