The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) for its comprehensive annual financial report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2019. The report has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the report.
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. It is awarded to the East Texas Council of Governments Operations Division, which includes: David Cleveland, Executive Director; Wendi Horst, Operations Director; Rhonda Barber; Gini Blackwell, Sloane Bodle; Lynda Bond; Robin Emmel; Christy Fowler; Christy Green; Dawn Goodeman; Noweka Harvey; Rita Hitt; Patricia Hudspeth; Elizabeth Jones; Glenda Lamothe; Michaela Marotta; Staci Reynolds; Monty Scroggins; and Kim Zimmerman.
"Nineteen consecutive years receiving this recognition from an independent source is an outstanding achievement," said ETCOG Executive Director David Cleveland. "It is also reflective of ETCOG's commitment to financial accountability. I am so proud of our entire Operations Team for their relentless pursuit of excellence!"
"We are very honored to receive this award," said Director of Operations Wendi Horst. "It recognizes the standards our leaders expect from ETCOG on a national level and is a great tribute to the dedication and hard work of our team."
ETCOG's 2019 CAFR can be viewed at www.etcog.org/financials.
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