Key Fiscal Policies
An important role of the department is the development and adherence to key financial management policies to ensure adequate internal control measures are followed. These policies help guide staff and employees to make prudent decisions.  The key fiscal policies for the City of Hagerstown are listed below:

• Capital Improvement Policy (CIP)
• Community Betterment Special Revenue Fund Use Policy
• Debt Policy
• General Fund Balance / Retained Earnings Policy
• Investment Policy
• Liability Coverage Fund Replenishment Policy
• Light Fund Dividend Transfer Policy
• Operating Budget
• Purchasing Policy
• Revenue Policy
• Worker’s Compensation Risk Management Fund Replenishment Policy