City of Prineville Honored for Excellence in Financial Reporting

(PRINEVILLE, Ore) — 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 City of Prineville for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2019.

“The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management,” wrote the GFOA in an award letter to the City of Prineville.

Prineville’s CAFR was judged by an impartial panel to meet the GFOA's high standards, 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 CAFR.

“It is a great honor for the City of Prineville to receive this prestigious award,” stated Mayor Steve Uffelman. “Our city’s fiscal accountability and transparency are a top priority, and this award is a testament to our exceptional finance and accounting team.”

Key members of the city’s financial team include Finance Director Liz Schuette and Accounting Manager Lori Hooper.

The city’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report can be found on the Finance Department’s web page.

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