Click here to be taken to the November 2020 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments.

Water shut off has been suspended since March. There were 310 customers on the shut off list this month, which includes both water and SandyNet customers. The total past due amount is approximately $115,000 which is a slight decrease from the prior month. We will continue to suspend shut offs for the time being, but we are still billing as usual. Late notices continue to be sent as a reminder to customers of their balances owed. Staff is working with customers on payment arrangements, and are encouraging increased communication between customers and staff.

Initial appearances are still discontinued for municipal court. Staff is mailing letters to all defendants to notify them of the payment options available. Trials are being conducted in person. Staff is encouraging defendants to communicate with the Court regularly, and we are hopeful that defendants continue to utilize our multiple payment options to pay their fines.

COVID-19 related reimbursements through November 30, 2020 totaled $234,768.86. We continue to request reimbursements monthly and will do so until December 30, 2020.

Click here to be taken to the October 2020 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments.

Water shut off has been suspended since March. There were 316 customers on the shut off list, which includes both water and SandyNet customers. The total past due amount is approximately $131,800. We will continue to suspend shut offs for the time being, but we are still billing as usual. Late notices continue to be sent as a reminder to customers of their balances owed. Staff is working with customers on payment arrangements, and are encouraging increased communication between customers and staff.

Initial appearances are still discontinued for municipal court. Staff is mailing letters to all defendants to notify them of the payment options available. Trials are being conducted in person. Staff is encouraging defendants to communicate with the Court regularly, and we are hopeful that defendants continue to utilize our multiple payment options to pay their fines.

COVID-19 related expenses as of October 31, 2020 totaled $245,819.38. We continue to request reimbursements monthly and will continue to do so until December 30, 2020.

Click here to be taken to the July 2020 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments. Revenue through the month of July continued to be strong, with expenses tracking very close to budget.

Water shut off has been suspended since March. There were 241 customers on the shut off list, which includes both water and SandyNet customers. The total past due amount is approximately $75,000. We will continue to suspend shut offs for the time being, but we are still billing as usual. Late notices continue to be sent as a reminder to customers of their balances owed. Staff is working with customers on payment arrangements, and are encouraging increased communication between customers and staff.

Initial appearances are still discontinued for municipal court. Staff is mailing letters to all defendants to notify them of the payment options available. Trials are being conducted in person, and we are exploring options for virtual trials. Staff is encouraging defendants to communicate with the Court regularly, and we are hopeful that defendants continue to utilize our multiple payment options to pay their fines.

COVID-19 related expenses as of June 30, 2020 totaled $131,839. This includes the emergency small business grant program. As of July 31, all expenses have been reimbursed by the US Department of the Treasure (via the Oregon Department of Administrative Services). Monthly reimbursement requests are allowed through the end of the calendar year.

The annual audit will occur over a roughly two week period beginning August 17th. I fully anticipate another successful audit and look forward to sharing the results with you in the coming months.

Click here to be taken to the April 2020 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments. Revenue through the month of April continued to be strong, with expenses tracking very close to budget.

As you are aware, water shut off has been suspended. There were approximately 170 customers on the shut off list, which includes both water and SandyNet customers. We will continue to suspend shut offs, but we are still billing, as usual. We will also continue to send late notices as a reminder to customers of their balances owed. We are working with customers on payment arrangements, and are encouraging increased communication between customers and staff.

Municipal Court dates for the month of May have been cancelled. We are working on rescheduling trials and initial appearances. Staff is encouraging defendants to communicate with the Court regularly, and we are hopeful that defendants continue to utilize our multiple payment options to pay their fines.

COVID-19 related expenses as of April 30, 2020 total $23,272. $20,750 is related to salaries related to the CARES Act, and $2,522 is related to supplies to help mitigate the spread of the virus and protect staff.

Click here to be taken to the March 2020 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments. Revenue through the month of March continued to be strong, with expenses tracking very close to budget.

As you are aware, water shut off for the month of March was suspended. There were 78 customers on the shut off list, which includes both water and SandyNet customers. We will continue to suspend shut offs, but we are still billing, as usual. We will also continue to send late notices as a reminder to customers of their balances owed. We are working with customers on payment arrangements, and are encouraging increased communication between customers and staff.

Municipal Court dates for the month of March and April have been cancelled. We are working on rescheduling trials and initial appearances. Staff is encouraging defendants to communicate with the Court regularly, and we are hopeful that defendants continue to utilize our multiple payment options to pay their fines.

Finance staff has begun tracking all expenses, including payroll and materials/services, related to the COVID-19 pandemic. A more detailed report will be provided in May, when the April Financial Report is published.

Click here to be taken to the February 2020 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments.

Total water shut-offs for non-payment during the month was 11, a decrease of nine from the prior month.

The City of Sandy received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for our Biennium 2019 – 2021 budget document. This is the sixth time the City has received the award, and the first time since 2003.

Click here to be taken to the January 2020 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments.

Total water shut-offs for non-payment during the month was 20, a decrease of five from the prior month.

As you are all aware, sewer rate increases went into effect this month. We have received 11 applications so far for the Customer Assistance Program. Of the 11, eight have been approved. 

Click here to be taken to the December 2019 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments.

Total water shut-offs for non-payment during the month was 25.

To date, the Public Safety Fee has brought in $90,742.46. At this rate, we will be on target to meet revenue projects for the current biennium.

Additional financial updates will be provided at the Council Goal Setting meeting, scheduled for January 15th.

Click here to be taken to the Octoberber 2019 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments.

Total water shut-offs for non-payment during the month was 18, a decrease of 14 from the prior month.

Transition with staff still continue in the Finance Department as we navigate the day to day duties with one less staff person. Recruitment is currently underway for the City Recorder/Management Analyst position, so I am hopeful that we can get someone on board soon.

The City of Sandy received our 28th Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association this month. Thank you to the Finance staff for their hard work in ensuring we accurately and timely record all financial activity.

Click here to be taken to the September 2019 Financial Report, which includes information for all funds and departments.

Total water shut-offs for non-payment during the month was 32, an increase of 1 from the prior month.

The Public Safety Fee was successfully implemented this billing period, with a total of $22,635.66 in revenue received as of September 30th.