Best Practices in Action
Has your government launched an innovative policy or program that reflects outstanding financial management? Share your success by applying for GFOA’s Awards for Excellence. This award recognizes practical, proven work that sets an example for the profession and advances public finance. Applications are due by August 29.
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Standing Committee Application Deadline is August 15
Strong leadership in today’s evolving landscape is essential, and GFOA members have a valuable opportunity to help shape the future of public finance by serving on a standing committee. GFOA’s six standing committees meet twice a year and play a key role in developing best practices, advisories, and policy statements that guide the profession.
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2025 GAAP Update Registration Open
GFOA’s Annual GAAP Update is a must for public sector accountants and auditors. Get up to speed on key GASB changes, including GASB 103 and updates on 102, 104, and upcoming standards. Plus, don't miss a preview of GASB 105, Subsequent Events, and a Special Feature on Accounting and Financial Reporting for Capital Assets. Join us online November 6 or December 17 to earn 4 CPE credits and stay audit-ready. Register early to save!
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FLC Update: One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law on July 4. While tax-exempt bonds were preserved, other changes may affect your government. Read more about the changes and join our August 21 webinar to learn how OBBBA could impact your finance strategy in 2025 and beyond.
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7th Annual MiniMuni Conference Begins October 21
Don't miss the premier municipal bond education event for finance professionals who work in debt issuance and management. Scheduled for October 21–23, this virtual conference gives participants the chance to hear from advanced practitioners, leading experts, and regulators on a range of topics that impact municipal issuers today. Whether attendees are new to debt management or decades into their career, there are panels for everyone over the course of three days.
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CPFO Spotlight
Celebrating July CPFOs
Join us in congratulating the following members who completed their certification journeys in July and are now Certified Public Finance Officers: Virginia Bielucki, CPFO, Town of Waterford, Connecticut; Todd Grady, CPFO, Ferguson Township, Pennsylvania; Robyn Hedgecock, CPFO, Cache County School District, Utah; Blaze Riggins, CPFO, Clackamas County, Oregon; Cassandra Sandusky, CPFO, Sedgwick County, Kansas; Nikki Speight, CPFO, Loudoun County, Virginia; Billie Strutton, CPFO, City of Duncan, Oklahoma; and Ariana Yu, CPFO, Alameda County, California.
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