A municipality receives an unexpected $2 million settlement from a lawsuit. Under sound fiscal policy, how should a one-time revenue source like this be used?
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A
Apply it to recurring personnel costs to reduce the tax rate
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B
Use it for one-time capital expenditures or to replenish reserves
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C
Distribute it as a tax rebate to property owners
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D
Transfer it permanently to the general fund operating budget