Section 6.12
INVESTMENT POLICY
1. PURPOSE
To set forth the policy and procedures governing the investment management of the Society's financial
assets (reserves).
2. INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES
ASSE’s primary investment objective is to maintain the safety of principal. Secondarily, the ASSE strives
for a conservative, long-term real return on total investment of 3.5% to allow for modest growth while
protecting the principal from risky investments. Real rate of return is defined as that return in excess of
inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index. Long-term is defined as a 5 year period. This
objective is reviewed annually by the finance committee.
3. INVESTMENT GUIDELINES
These guidelines shall be reviewed regularly by the Finance Committee for any update or changes to the
guidelines. It is the ASSE’s intent to invest in high-quality, liquid securities.
The following asset allocation model provides a range and a maximum commitment to each asset class
intended to limit the overall risk to the portfolio. There may be circumstances when we and/or our
independent investment manager feels that a variance from the target percentages may be warranted
based on economic or market conditions.
Asset Class
Allocation
Equities (Stocks)
30% - 60%
Fixed Income (Bonds)
30% - 50%
Cash Equivalents
0% - 20%
Socially Responsible Investing
While the ASSE does not recommend any specific securities to the investment manager, it is ASSE’s
intent to avoid investing in organizations that have exhibited unethical or illegal behavior. Such
behavior is in conflict with the ASSE’s mission and values.
4. INVESTMENT POLICY
The target asset allocation ranges listed above were determined as a result of the desired objectives and
risk tolerances of the Finance Committee. Should the percentage investment in any class rise above the
stated maximum as a result of market appreciation, the investment manager shall be restricted from
future net purchases of that asset class as long as such situation prevails. The investment manager shall,
at all times, be free to switch funds presently invested in an asset category to other securities within the
same category.
Liquidity
The liquidity needs of the ASSE will be monitored by the Finance Committee and the investment
manager notified of any changes.
Diversification
Within the asset allocation classes, ASSE assets are to be broadly diversified in order to minimize risk.
Equities
 Only highly marketable securities are to be acquired.
 The investment manager may invest in quality equity securities listed on the principal U.S.
exchanges.
 The investment manager should rely on industry-accepted methodologies to assure the
appropriateness of any individual equity security.
 Adequate diversification by industries and individual securities should be maintained. No
security will be acquired that accounts for more than 5% of the total equity portfolio market
value. Consideration should be given to reducing individual holdings representing over 7% of the
equity portfolio.
Fixed Income
 Only highly marketable securities are to be acquired.
 Only bonds having a rating of "A" or better by Moody’s or Standard and Poor’s rating service will
be purchased. Conversely, all bonds being downgraded to a B-rating should be sold within six
months.
 Adequate diversification by issue, maturity date and sector should be maintained. The securities
of any one issue should not exceed 5% of the total fixed income portfolio on a market value
basis at the time of purchase. U.S. Government or Government Agency Obligations are excluded
from this limitation.
Cash Equivalents
 Short-term investments should be of high quality and liquidity involving minimal risk of principal.
 High quality institutional money market funds, commercial paper rated A-1/P-1, certificates of
deposit of investment grade banks, short-term Government securities and high quality
corporate debt may be utilized as cash equivalents.
 Excluding money market funds and U.S. Government securities, participation in any one issue
should not exceed 5% of the portfolio’s market value.
Guidelines for Other Asset Classes
Investment in other asset types not described here is subject to the approval of the Finance Committee
and Board of Directors.
5. PROFESSIONAL MANAGERS
Investment policies, objectives and guidelines will be reviewed by the Finance Committee annually, or
whenever circumstances change to the extent that the policies are ineffective or inappropriate. If
changes are required, the Finance Committee will make appropriate adjustments.
The ASSE will employ a professional, independent portfolio manager who will be charged with
implementing these policies and the day-to-day operations of the investment portfolio.
Review of Performance

The performance of the investment manager will be reviewed at least annually by the Finance
Committee.
 This review will focus on achievement of objectives and adherence to policy and guidelines.
 In addition, the review will compare results versus major indexes and barometers identified by
the investment manager.
Reporting by Investment Management
 The investment manager will keep the Finance Committee informed of the investment
manager’s organization and decision-making structure. Any significant changes in ownership,
decision-making process, style or personnel should be communicated to the Finance Committee
immediately.
 At least annually, the investment manager will meet with the Finance Committee to discuss the
economy, securities markets, portfolio structure, performance and strategy.
 On a monthly basis, the investment manager will provide a report to the Controller reflecting
portfolio activity, investment gains and losses and security listings.
Approved By/Date: Finance Committee, Board of Directors 06/2014
Replaces Edition Dated: 06/2011
Next Revision Due: 06/2017