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6.1.A. - Page 7 Investment Policy � May �8a-1-2012 Page 5 of 6 53630 et seq., and be issued by diversified management companies or mutual funds. They shall be rated in the highest rating category of at least two of the three nationally recognized rating services (e.g., Moody's P-1 or S&P AAAm), and must have in excess of $500,000,000 in assets under management. J. CORPORATE NOTES Not more than 30% of the portfolio may be invested in Corporate Notes. Corporate Notes must be rated "A" or better by Moody's or Standard and Poor's rating services at the time of purchase. No more than $5 million may be invested in any single issuer. IX. MATURITY OF INVESTMENTS With the exception of Treasury Notes, Treasury Bonds, Corporate Notes, and Agencies, the maturity of a given investment will not exceed one year. Treasury Notes, Treasury Bonds, Corporate Notes, and Agencies may be purchased for a period not to exceed three years. Approximately 50% of idle funds will be placed in investments that can be sold for face value in the open market in the event of an emergency. Not more than 50% shall be invested for more than one year and not more than 25% of the portfolio for more than two years. X. USE OF SECURITIES DEALERS AND BROKERS The City will utilize the services of brokers and security dealers only if the firm is recognized as a primary dealer by the Federal Government. No public deposit shall be made except in a state qualified depository. XI. FINANCE COMMITTEE AUTHORITY AND REPORTS TO COUNCIL An investment committee consisting of the Finance Director and staff members of the Finance Department will meet regularly to review the City investment portfolio daily cash reports and anticipated cash requirements in selecting investment instruments for idle City funds. The City Council Finance Committee will meet as needed (at least once a year) to insure that City investments are consistent with the adopted policy and to consider changes in the policy if deemed necessary. Pursuant to the Redwood City Code Section 2.332 Council will receive a detailed monthly listing of all investments in the City portfolio. This report shall also include: Current Fed Funds Rate as of the last day of the month. (Any new investments made during the month which indicates an interest rate varying from the Fed Funds Rate by 2% or more must be explained.)