A. The Board of County Commissioners declares that the purpose of this chapter is to:
1. Properly account for County money and money held in trust and other financial resources.
2. Maximize the revenue accruing to the County through the prompt collection and deposit of funds.
3. Minimize the clerical efforts required to handle, process and account for all moneys received.
4. Maximize the accountability for moneys received.
5. Standardize the payment acceptance and cash handling procedures for all departments.
6. Ensure the fiscal controls established by this Code as well as State and Federal laws and regulations are being applied.
7. Ensure that financial activities are accounted for in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. (Ord. 481, 2018)