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Learn about a cost accounting method developed since 2009 for setting rates in schools and communities. This model, reviewed by COSBO and presented at various conferences, aims to provide transparent, accountable, and equitable rates based on valid data.
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Cost Recovery Pricing Model Cost Accounting Method used to set rates since 2009 21st Century School Fund and University of California-Berkley’s Center for Cities and Schools Presentation at OMC conference in July 2012 Met with the Ministry in April 2013 to discuss the model Reviewed by COSBO at their June 2013 meeting Presented at OASBO Conference May 2014 Training session for CUS Outreach Coordinators June 2014
Goals • Uncomplicated to use and explain • Customizable - using individual Boards' data and policies/procedures • Uses valid, reliable and consistent data found in consolidated financials available to the public • To set Evidence Based Rates that are transparent, accountable and equitable
Costs • Reflects Direct and indirect costs that are associated with activities and extended hours used for community use at schools • Adjusts for changes in costs • Allows for analysis of costs to aid in decision making
Benefits • Utilizes publicly funded facilities • Supports community organizations • Reduces costs to participants • Builds partnerships that benefit students, families and communities • Increases community access to services • Promotes community engagement at schools
Strategic Questions • How to fund your Board's CUS program in times of budget constraints? • Are you using funding in a responsible manner? • Does the way you charge for facilities support the goals and policies of your Board? • Are programs and activities priced fairly and transparently?
EFIS Schedule 10C Subset of “Pupil Accommodation used in Cost Recovery Pricing Model
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