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3451 AR Administrative Regulation

Petty Cash Funds

In order to facilitate minor purchases, the Superintendent or designee may establish a petty cash fund at each school. The petty cash fund shall be used for unforeseen, small school expenses, such as postage or individual purchases of supplies. The amount of the petty cash fund shall not exceed $500. The principal or designee shall be responsible for all expenditures from the fund and shall create a system for tracking fund expenditures. Each expenditure shall be supported by appropriate documentation. Expenditures shall be reconciled and accounted for whenever the principal requests that the fund be replenished, at the end of the fiscal year, or at the request of the Superintendent or designee. The principal or designee shall ensure that the petty cash fund is kept in a safe and secure location.

Legal & Management References

State
Ed. Code 35160 - Authority of governing boards
Ed. Code 35250 - Duty to keep certain records
Ed. Code 41020 - Requirement for annual audit
Ed. Code 42800-42810 - Revolving funds
Management Resources
Website - CSBA District and County Office of Education Legal Services
Website - California Association of School Business Officials

Cross References