How Much Information is Too Much?
A recent GFOA survey suggests a large portion of members who produce financial reports question whether the benefits outweigh the costs. This article from the August issue of Government Finance Review defines the problem with the current approach and offers questions to help define a new path forward.
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Ten Steps to a Structurally Balanced Budget
While most state and local governments are required to pass a balanced budget, this doesn't always guarantee financial sustainability. For instance, relying on one-time resources to cover ongoing expenses can lead to long-term deficits. In this guide, we outline ten steps your organization can take to achieve a structurally balanced budget that promotes long-term financial stability.
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MiniMuni is Less Than a Month Away
GFOA's 6th Annual MiniMuni Conference, October 9–11, will provide an opportunity for finance professionals who work in debt management to hear from leading experts, seasoned practitioners, and regulators on a host of issues that impact municipal issuers. During this virtual event, we'll host eight sessions, offering up to nine CPE credits. Session topics include municipal securities, leveraging partnerships, market dynamics, FDTA, and more.
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Early Registration Discount Deadline for in-person training in Chicago
Sun, September 22, 2024
View detailsFundamentals of Preparing an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Mon, September 23, 2024
View detailsFiscal Mapping for Government Spending on Children and Youth with the Children’s Funding Project and the State of Minnesota
Wed, September 25, 2024
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GAAP Update: Early Registration Discount Deadline is October 11
Join GFOA’s premier online governmental accounting event of the year! On November 14, we’ll cover essential updates, 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. Can’t make it? Register for the encore presentation on December 5.
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CPFO Spotlight
Tavia Ritchie
Tavia Ritchie, CPA, CPFO, CGFO, finance director for the City of Kissimmee, Florida, pursued the CPFO designation to further enhance her expertise and commitment to continuous learning. She values GFOA as the leading organization in government finance and saw the CPFO program as a way to sharpen her skills and stay at the forefront of the field. Throughout the certification process, Tavia gained a deeper understanding of the various aspects of government finance, helping her better manage the challenges of doing more with limited resources.
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