Introduction:

This memorandum is intended to provide guidance to municipal health departments, boards of health, and public health excellence collaboratives on strategies to create alternative, additional funding sources to maintain service levels in challenging fiscal times. The memorandum describes two such strategies – a Special Purpose Stabilization Fund and a Departmental Revolving Fund.

These options each involve unique rules and requirements that impact how revenues and spending are managed. The following sections explain account setup and management for department flexibility. As always, review any Town Meeting articles or City Council ordinances with your municipal attorney, as this may be required for inclusion in official warrants.

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