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a. Receive and Accept the Treasurer's Report of Investments for the Quarter Ending June 30, 2019; and
b. Receive and Approve the Treasurer's Investment Policy for FY 2019-2020; and
c. Renew the Delegation of Investment Authority to the Treasurer-Tax Collector pursuant to California Government Code 53607.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Receive and Accept the Treasurer's Report of Investments for the Quarter Ending June 30, 2019; and
b. Receive and Approve the Treasurer's Investment Policy for FY 2019-2020; and
c. Renew the Delegation of Investment Authority to the Treasurer-Tax Collector pursuant to California Government Code 53607.
SUMMARY:
Government Code Section 53646 (b) (1) states the Treasurer may submit a quarterly report of investments. The attached exhibits provide a narrative portfolio review of economic and market conditions that support the investment activity during the April - June period, the investment portfolio position by investment type, and the investment portfolio by maturity range.
The Treasurer also annually reviews the Monterey County Investment Policy and has recommended updates for Board approval. These updates revise outdated language to clearly define investment guidelines and categories as stated in Government Code ?53601(q). In addition, annual Board delegation of investment authority to the Treasurer-Tax Collector is prescribed by Government Code sections 53646 and 53607.
DISCUSSION:
During the April - June quarter, U.S. Treasury yields reinforced their downward trend amid persistent concern about escalating trade tensions. The yield curve inversion deepened further but remained relatively shallow on a historical basis. The Federal Reserve (FED) revealed a shift in stance on monetary policy from "patient" to "appropriate." Fed Chair Powell affirmed that the Fed will "act as appropriate to sustain the expansion." The market also appears to be factoring in rate cuts by year end.
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