However, the rate of return is generally good, and, for some sections, this revenue source is substantial. Local dues for members and national affiliates can be included on the national ACS dues billing at no charge to the section for the collection service. The money is remitted to the sections twice annually, in February and July. In February, each section treasurer receives details of the local section dues collection service. The dead-line for requesting the service for the succeeding year is April 1.
Sections also obtain revenues from dues paid by section affiliates.
In contrast to payment of section dues by members and national affiliates, which is voluntary, payment by section affiliates is mandatory. In determining the amount of section affiliate dues, a section should evaluate its services to affiliates and set the amount at a level sufficient to recover the costs of these services. Many local sections organize mini-meetings, teleconferences, symposia, or short courses and charge registration fees which will be sufficient to produce some net revenue. Interest and Dividends Depending on the amount of section assets, the investment possibilities range from savings accounts to certificates of deposit to investment portfolios. Some sections form boards of trustees made up of members who possess some financial expertise, to manage the money.