COMDTINST 16477.5
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Methods of Deposits. The lockbox will accept certified or cashier's checks and money
orders only, made payable to the "US COAST GUARD," and delivered via regular mail
Note: Cash should be converted to money orders. (no overnight, express or courier
deliveries).
9. DISTRIBUTION OF PROCEEDS.
a
Proceeds from the sale of recyclable materials shall first be credited to the unit's OE/AFC
account in amounts sufficient to cover the operating costs of the recycling program as
defined in paragraph 4.e. If, after funds are credited to cover the operating costs, a balance
remains available, not more than 50 percent of that balance may be credited to the unit's
OE/AFC account and used for pollution prevention, energy conservation and/or
occupational safety and health activities. The remaining balance shall be credited to the
unit's non-appropriated morale, welfare and recreation (MWR) account, as allocated in
enclosure (5).
b Within the guidance provided in paragraph 9.a., the unit's commanding officer/officer-in-
charge will determine the amount of the proceeds to be transferred to the authorized
accounts or projects.
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At the end of the fiscal year, that portion of the balance available to the unit exceeding
0,000, if any, shall be deposited in the general fund (Miscellaneous Receipts) of the
Treasury.
10. POINTS OF CONTACT. For additional information or guidance, contact the following
program offices:
Financial Management
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COMDT (G-CFM-1),
202-267-1108
Property Management
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COMDT (G-CFM-3),
202-267-0654
Recycling Programs/Policy
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COMDT (G-ECV-1B),
202-267-1941
FINCEN Procedures -
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FINCEN (OG),
804-523-6764
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All CG recycling activities (both QRP and non-QRP) shall maintain records of recycled
materials collected, cost savings (cost avoidance), and revenues received (QRP only) from
the QRP sales. This information includes documentation of all sales notices bids, contracts,
donations, and disposition of proceeds. Report data will be used to measure the CG's
recycling program progress, demonstrate financial accountability and develop the DOT
report to Congress.
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