FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: March 27, 2024
PIQUA, OHIO – The City of Piqua is proud to announce receipt of the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for fiscal year 2023.
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) presents the award annually following a full review of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the most recent fiscal year.
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.
“We are honored to again receive the GFOA’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting,” City of Piqua Finance Director Jerald O’Brien said. “Transparency in government financial reporting is of utmost importance and continues to be a top priority for our department and the entire City team. Recognition of our efforts is confirmation that we are serving our community in an open and forthcoming manner.”
The City of Piqua’s report was 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 to the public.
For more information regarding the City of Piqua Finance Department, visit piquaoh.gov/199/Finance.
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Photo: City of Piqua Finance Department team