6.4.1.090 Contingency Funds

(a) The Governor is authorized to include within his budget a contingency fund which may be used to address:

(1) emergencies or unforeseen situations that require quick and immediate response to protect the safety, health and well being of Pueblo members and property.

(2) unforeseen Department or program issues.

(b) The contingency budget categories shall be:

(1) Natural disasters and public emergencies

(2) Departmental/Programmatic issues

(c) To the extent feasible and if funds are or become available, the Department or program shall reimburse the Governor's contingency fund.

(d) Contingency fund transfers to other Departments or programs are not limited to the maximum fund transfer limit described in Section 1.7(b).

(e) The Governor shall inform the Council at the earliest practicable time when he has expended such contingency funds.