The purpose of this policy is to specify the signing authorities for the Edmonton Police Commission (Commission) when executing approval of financial expenditures.
Guidelines:
- The Executive Director has the authority to approve Commission expenditures up to $50,000 per transaction including, but not limited to, payment of accounts, credit card purchases, reimbursement for Commissioners or staff, and contracts.
- The Executive Director may also approve all expenses in excess of $50,000 where the Commission has previously approved the expenditure and includes, but is not limited to, legal fees, rent, or other contractual arrangements.
- The Chair of the Edmonton Police Commission, or their designate, will have signing authority on all contracts in excess of $50,000.