Sharpening the Budgeting Strategy
In the recent issue of Government Finance Review, we interviewed staff from the City of Fort Lauderdale and the City of Port St. Lucie in Florida about how they’ve been able to transform their budgeting processes through strategic discussions and data-driven decision-making. Both cities have showcased innovative methods to ensure fiscal sustainability while meeting the diverse needs of their communities.
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Show Off Your Projects That Were #BuiltByBonds
GFOA needs your help as we, along with our partners in the Public Finance Network, ramp up for the impending tax reform debate in the next Congress. Now is the time to start sharing examples and making the case for the preservation and enhancement of tax-exempt municipal bonds. To do this, over the next several weeks, we are collecting examples of projects from congressional districts across the country that were either wholly or partially financed using tax-exempt municipal bonds.
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Registration Open for 2024 GAAP Update
GFOA's Governmental GAAP Update is the premier online governmental accounting event of the year. During this year's program on November 14, we'll highlight last-minute pointers being implemented now, including GASB 100, Accounting Changes and Error Corrections and GASB 101, Compensated absences, plus key updates on the upcoming implementations of GASB 102, GASB 103, and the anticipated GASB 104. Register by October 11 to save.
An encore presentation of the GAAP Update is scheduled for December 5.
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Advance Your Professional Development by Applying for GFOA's Leadership Academy
From the opening reception and dinner to the closing lunch, GFOA's Leadership Academy, November 17–22, at the College of Charleston, features a mix of sessions designed to spur individual learning, develop organizational insights, and nurture development of leadership skills. Sessions are intended to balance the role of the financial professional in state and local government with key trends in leadership for the public sector. Earn 30 CPE credits with your participation. The deadline to apply is August 31.
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Early Registration Discount Deadline for in-person training in Sacramento
Fri, July 26, 2024
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Showcase Excellence in Government Finance
Have you recently implemented new policies or programs that exemplify outstanding financial management? Showcase these programs and your government’s efforts for implementation by applying for GFOA’s Awards for Excellence. This award stresses practical documented work that offers leadership to the profession and promotes improved public finance. Applications are due August 16.
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CPFO Spotlight
Bobby Fitzjohn
Bobby Fitzjohn is the financial services director for the City of High Point, North Carolina. Bobby started his CPFO journey seeking professional growth. During the process, he was able to dive into areas where he hadn’t previously had the opportunity to gain practical experience. “This program prepared me to face challenges beyond those I’ve encountered in my career and made me a more well-rounded finance officer,” he says.
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