Terms Used In Alabama Code 45-17A-83.07

  • Fiscal year: The fiscal year is the accounting period for the government. For the federal government, this begins on October 1 and ends on September 30. The fiscal year is designated by the calendar year in which it ends; for example, fiscal year 2006 begins on October 1, 2005 and ends on September 30, 2006.
  • preceding: means next before. See Alabama Code 1-1-1
  • year: means a calendar year; but, whenever the word "year" is used in reference to any appropriations for the payment of money out of the treasury, it shall mean fiscal year. See Alabama Code 1-1-1

Within 60 days after the expiration of its fiscal year, the board shall make an annual report of its activities for the preceding year to the city council. Each report shall include an operating and financial statement covering operations of the utility systems during such fiscal year. The board report shall address the physical condition of the properties and systems under its management and any other matters of public interest applicable to the board and requested by the city council.