Measure U Citizen Oversight Committee

Overview

The purpose of the committee is to independently review and advise upon the City's proposed expenditures of Measure U Funds and review the annual audit of proceeds generated by the transactions and use tax.

Resolution number 4703 was council-approved on November 8, 2016, as a guideline for Measure U's intentions to spend all proceeds under this measure for the enhancement of public safety services.

Resolution number 4731 was council-approved on December 13, 2016, as a reaffirmation and confirmation of Measure U's intentions to spend all proceeds under this measure for the enhancement of public safety services.

Duties and Responsibilities

Review and make recommendations to the City Council concerning the use of Measure U Funds. The committee shall annually review and report on:

• The City's proposed and actual expenditure of proceeds generated by the transaction and use tax; and
• The independent annual audit required under the ordinance.

Board Members & Terms

In accordance with Ordinance No. 1918 of the City Council of the City of Hemet, the Measure U Citizen Oversight Committee consists of 7 members appointed by the City Council to serve two (2) year terms. Eligible community members must reside within the city limits or the sphere of influence, or own a business having its primary offices located within the city limits. A majority (4 or more) of the committee members shall be residents of the City of Hemet. To apply, please contact the City Clerk's Office at (951) 765-2395.

Contact the Committee/ Submit Public Comment

The Measure U Citizen Oversight Committee may be contacted as follows:

General Office Phone: (951) 765-2330
Mail or hand-delivered correspondence:
City Hall, Finance Department
445 E. Florida Avenue
Hemet, CA 92543

In-person: At any public meeting. Refer to the agenda date, time, and location. Comments are accepted on agenda items before action is taken. Special meetings may limit comments to agenda topics only.

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Assigned Staff to Measure U Oversight Committee

The City Manager assigns staff resources to assist the committee with the discharge of its duties. The City of Hemet staff assigned is:

Meetings:

The committee shall meet at least twice each calendar year and more frequently if necessary to discharge the responsibilities of the committee. Notices of the meeting will follow the Ralph M. Brown Act. Agendas will be posted online and outside Hemet City Hall. Public attendance is welcome.

Additional Documents:

Ordinance Number 1918 (PDF)

2018/19 Agreed Upon Procedures

2019/20 Agreed Upon Procedures

Transparency:

From fiscal years 2016-17 through fiscal year 2020-21, Measure U was maintained in their own departmental accounts under the General Fund 110. In fiscal year 2021-22, Measure U was moved into its own Fund 115 to create further transparency and more availability within the general ledger structure to expand account options.

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