DB - Budget Policy

DB - Budget Development and Adoption

The Board recognizes that financial resources and the proper management of the same are fundamental to the support of school programs and operations.  With this in mind, the Board will develop and present an annual operating budget as directed by applicable laws.

The annual budget will be for a 12-month period covering the fiscal year July 1 through June 30.

The Board shall designate the Superintendent as its budget officer, but the Superintendent may delegate portions of such responsibility as appropriate.

Responsibilities of the budget officer are budget preparation, budget presentation and budget administration.

Legal Reference:

20-A MRSA § 1301 (MSAD)

20-A MRSA § 1701 (CSD)

20-A MRSA § 1482 (RSU)

20-A MRSA § 1902 (UN)

20-A MRSA § 15617 et seq. (ALL)

Cross Reference:

DB-R Budget Development and Adoption Administrative Procedure

Policy Adopted: March 20, 2024