6640 Inventories

ICHABOD CRANE

6640 INVENTORIES 

In accordance with “The Uniform System of Accounts for School Districts” and the  recommendations of the State Comptroller’s Office, an inventory of fixed assets and other  equipment and property valuing over $5,000 of the district shall be maintained by the business  office with the cooperation of all building and department administrators. Additionally, all highly  desirable items that are electronic in nature, to include digital and film cameras, video recorders  and players, cellular telephones, communications equipment, computer equipment, and  associated peripheral equipment, portable audio systems and accessories, and personal  communications devices, may be inventoried at the discretion of the Business Office regardless  of cost. 

The business office shall develop and maintain a system of internal controls for all fixed  assets and other inventoried district property, including a property register which shall be  updated on an ongoing basis. The business office may use the assistance of outside advisors and  appraisers in carrying out this responsibility. 

Ref: Uniform System of Accounts for School Districts – Fiscal Section

Effective Date: November 4, 2014