City of Lafayette recognized for excellence in financial reporting
By Jennifer Wake
For the seventh consecutive year, the city of Lafayette received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2021.
The Government Finance Officers Association is an organization that represents public finance officials throughout the United States and Canada; its mission is to enhance and promote the professional management of governmental financial resources by identifying, developing, and advancing fiscal strategies, policies, and practices for the public benefit.??
The Excellence in Financial Reporting Program was designed to encourage local governments to go beyond the minimum requirements of generally accepted accounting principles, while promoting the spirit of transparency and full disclosure.? The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.???
Special recognition goes to administrative staff: Administrative Services Director Tracy Robinson, Assistant Administrative Services Director Jennifer Wakeman, Accountant Robin Townley, and Accounting Assistant Debbie Janke.
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