Publication date: October 22, 2024
From the Barnstable County Treasurer’s Office
BARNSTABLE, Mass. (October 22, 2024) – Barnstable County has been awarded the prestigious Financial Reporting Excellence Award by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its fiscal year-end annual comprehensive financial report. was awarded. June 30, 2023. This award is the highest recognition in the field of government accounting and financial reporting and reflects the significant accomplishments of Barnstable County and its management team.
The annual comprehensive financial report is reviewed by an impartial committee and follows GFOA’s high standards, including a commitment to transparency and a “spirit of full disclosure” that helps effectively communicate the county’s financial health to stakeholders. It was found that it satisfies.
Barnstable County Treasurer Carol Coppola expressed her enthusiasm for receiving this award. “This award is a testament to the hard work and expertise of our finance team. Our commitment to maintaining clear and accurate financial reporting ensures that Barnstable County continues to operate efficiently and with integrity. We are honored by GFOA’s recognition and are motivated to continue offering the best to our community.”
“Congratulations to Carol Coppola and her team on earning the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting,” said Ron Bergstrom, Chairman of the Barnstable County Board of Commissioners. It reflects our commitment to fiscal integrity and underscores our commitment to transparency in the management of public resources. I am proud of my leadership of the finance team in setting high standards for government financial reporting. .”
This assessment follows another milestone earlier this year: the launch of the Open Finance online platform in February 2024. This tool, accessible at capecod.gov/Open-Finance, provides the public with easy access to Barnstable County financial data. .
About Barnstable County, Cape Cod Regional Government
Barnstable County is committed to an active and open government that improves the quality of life for Barnstable County residents by providing exemplary government functions and services to keep our communities healthy and safe, promote sustainable growth, and improve the quality of life for Barnstable County residents. We provide. For more information, please visit www.capecod.gov.
About the Treasurer’s Association
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) advances excellence in government finance by providing best practices, professional development, resources and practical research to more than 21,000 members and their communities.
Media Contact: Sonja Sheasley, Communications Coordinator | (508) 375-6896 | Sonja.sheasley@capecod.gov
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