Artemis Disposal must be approved and signed by which official?

• A. City Clerk
• B. Registered Municipal Accountant
• C. Municipal Engineer
• D. Treasurer

Answer: (B)

Disposal of municipal assets involves both a technical decision and proper accounting authorization. The sign-off must come from the person responsible for maintaining the municipality’s financial records, ensuring the transaction is recorded correctly and in line with policy. A Registered Municipal Accountant is the designated official to approve and sign such disposals because they validate that the asset is removed from the balance sheet, determine any gain or loss, and ensure the disposal is accurately reflected in the financial statements and budget. This creates an auditable trail and helps prevent improper or unrecorded transactions.

The other roles play important duties, but not the financial authorization focus required here. The City Clerk handles official records and procedural certification, not the accounting approval. The Municipal Engineer concentrates on the asset’s technical aspects and suitability for disposal. The Treasurer manages cash flows and disbursements, but the formal sign-off on asset disposals for accounting purposes rests with the accounting professional to maintain proper financial controls.