3314 — Payment For Goods And Services (AR)
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
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What this document actually says
This administrative regulation, adopted September 16, 2019, governs how Reed Union School District pays for goods and services, particularly construction projects. Key rules: (1) The district must pay contractors for construction work within 30 days of proper payment requests; improper requests must be returned within 7 days with written explanation. (2) Money withheld from contractors (retention proceeds) must be released within 60 days after project completion. If there's a dispute, the district can only withhold up to 150% of the disputed amount. (3) The Superintendent or designee may use a facsimile (stamped) signature on payment documents after filing their original signature with the Secretary of State, though at least one signature on public securities must be handwritten. This ensures timely payment to vendors while protecting district interests.
What this means for your family
This policy ensures construction projects at schools (like repairs, renovations, or new buildings) are paid for properly and on time, which helps keep projects on schedule and contractors willing to work with the district. Timely payments mean fewer delays in completing facilities that serve students. The policy doesn't directly affect daily classroom instruction but helps manage the district's budget responsibly for capital improvements.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.