As the Investment Officer for the County the Treasurer, invests in U.S. Treasuries, Government Agencies, and Certificates of Deposit in excess of $250,000 collateralized at 102 percent through the pledging of securities or irrevocable letters of credit as permitted by the County's Investment Policy. Investments are made in safe, liquid and diversified investments earning a market rate of interest on all funds not immediately required to meet the County's cash flow needs. The majority of the investments are made through local banks in Santa Fe County to stimulate and improve the economy of Santa Fe County and its residents.
The Treasurer is the Paying Agent and Registrar for all bond debt issued by Santa Fe County; and invests (voter approved) bond proceeds in short term government agencies and CD's laddered to mature when needed for the intended projects.