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Keeping the Records Straight
Prepare the Budget

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Two basic reasons why a budget committee is the best way to begin the development of a preparatory budget are first, the inception of fresh ideas into the process. The second, it is essential to the education of the future leadership within the local. The membership should be kept informed of the financial issues that effect the immediate affairs of the organization. The development of new and the implementation of existing programs will have significant economic consequences. Having more of the membership involved in the process gives the local a better direction to take at its creation. The committee can be seen as a very strong building block for local commitment. It is another method of sharing the workload. Their revolve is a positive step toward membership involvement in this procedure.

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