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IONS _ ._ . Answer: Major Credit Card Association rules now allow Government entities to assess a "convenience fee" on transac- tions paid via credit card.The Card Associations require the convenience fee amount to be processed as a separate transaction so the fee amount is clearly identified to the cardholder. Once the fee amount is disclosed, the cardholder has the option to decline the fee and use an alternate form of payment (cash or check). Are there any processing fees to the Municipality? Answer: No. All convenience fees are paid by the individual consumer who chooses to use their credit card for payment. There are no set-up fees, monthly fees or processing fees assessed to the municipality. Answer: • Local, state and federal courts of law that administer and process court fees, alimony and child support payments • Government entities that administer and process local, state and federal fines • Local, state and federal entities that engage in financial administration and taxation • Local Government Services -Auto (DMV), Property Taxes, Utilities, Parks & Recreation, Fish & Game, Court & Bond Fees, and more • State elementary and secondary schools for tuition, related fees and school -maintained room and board • State colleges and universities, professional schools, junior colleges for tuition, related fees and school- maintained room and board. CLWhat cards can be accepted for payment? Answer: Discover, American Express and MasterCard may be accepted for all government transactions. Currently, VISA may only be accepted for tax payments.The Card Associations continually update their regulations and should VISA expand their government program, they will automatically be included. NPS will notify our existing municipalities when changes like this occur. Answer:Yes! NPS is a certified Level 1 PCI -DSS Service Provider. Nationwide Payment Solutions and MuniciPAY meet all PCI -DSS (Payment Card Industry— Data Security Standards) guidelines and requirements. This program eliminates any iUnkiPAY Nationwide Payment Solutions What is the advantage of using MuniciPAY? Answer: 1. The municipality is completely insulated from convenience fee collection. NPS handles the collection of the convenience fee and automates the payment of municipality transactions. 2. NPS is a registered Merchant Service Provider (MSP) and Third Party Processor (TPP) that processes more than 3 billion dollars in electronic payment transactions per year. 3. Multiple Payment Item / Deposit Account Capabilities. 4. Increased, expedited cash flow. Funds are deposited directly to municipality's account(s) on 2"' business day after transaction date. 5. Detailed Transaction Reporting. 6. Municipality is able to offer more payment options to their citizens. How long does it take to receive funds? Answer: Funds will be deposited into the municipality accounts) within 2 business days and can be automated to include multiple depository accounts for various departments. What type of reporting is available? Answer: MuniciPAY offers real-time, detailed reporting. Municipalities are able to view reports separated by user, departments, payment items, and daily settlement reconcilia- tion. MuniciPAY can also handle cash and check reporting options, and can be integrated with the municipality's current accounting software. How long does it take to implement MuniciPAY? Answer: Depending on the individual needs of the municipality, the number of depository accounts, and complexity of their inventory list and/or fee schedule, this time frame may vary. NPS is committed to completing implementation as quickly as possible. Typical implementation takes 1-2 weeks. For More Information Contact: Danielle McGillicuddy Stacy Perry 877.290.1975 x5447 877.290.1975 x5214 dnicgillicuddy,,f�getnationwide.com speriyegetnatioiiwide..corn