Publications & Reports

FCMAT Alerts

FCMAT Alerts are occasionally issued to highlight and communicate major announcements.

Recent Alerts

Managing and Ensuring the Integrity of Community College District Data September 2022 — FCMAT alert

Managing Local Reserves Under the Cap March 2022 — fiscal alert

Past Alerts

Following is a list of past FCMAT Alerts for historical reference purposes. Some alerts may be removed if they are no longer valid or relevant.

Updated — ASB COVID-19 Considerations April 2021 — fiscal alert

Managing the Special Education Maintenance of Effort Requirement During the COVID-19 Pandemic April 2021 — fiscal alert

Ongoing Disclosure Related to Outstanding Debt February 2021 — fiscal alert

Impacts of AB 1505 and the California State Assignment Accountability System (CalSAAS) December 2020 — fiscal alert

Correctly Sizing a Community College District's Management Structure and Staffing October 2020 — fiscal alert

Fiscal Impact of New Charter Evaluation Criteria in AB 1505 — REVISED October 2020 — fiscal alert

CALPADS Data Reporting Challenge August 2020 — fiscal alert

Public Disclosure Requirements for Unrepresented Employee Groups and Individuals July 2020 — fiscal alert

Adopted Budget Review July 2020 — fiscal alert

GASB 84 and its Impact on Associated Student Body Accounts May 2020 — fiscal alert

Preparing Budget Scenarios for 2020-21 April 2020 — fiscal alert

Effective Cash Management During Uncertain Times April 2020 — fiscal alert

Public Disclosure of Non-Voter-Approved Debt January 2020 — fiscal alert

Interfund Borrowing Using Bond Proceeds October 2019 — fiscal alert

Planning to Meet CALPADS Requirements April 2019 — FCMAT alert

Charter Schools and Labor Code March 2018 — fiscal alert

Increased Requirements for Debt Management Policy and Practices, and accompanying Sample Debt Management Policy January 2017 — fiscal alert

Preparing School Facilities Developer (Level 1) Fee Studies March 2015 — fiscal alert

Increased Transparency Requirements for Local Bonds December 2014 — fiscal alert

Reporting Requirements for Non-Voter-Approved Debt December 2008 — fiscal alert