“We are proud that our budget has been recognized by GFOA because it demonstrates the level of consistency and commitment that runs through our entire organization”.
Stacy Maxwell
Chief Finance Officer and Certificate of Recognition recipient
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) announced that Jackson County Fire District No. 3 received their Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its current budget. The award represents a significant achievement by the Fire District, reflecting the commitment of the District's Board of Directors and staff to meet the highest principles of government budgeting.
When a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award is granted to an entity, a Certificate of Recognition for Budget Presentation is also presented to the individual or department designated as being primarily responsible for its having achieved the award. This has been presented to Stacy Maxwell , Chief Finance Officer, Jackson County Fire District No. 3. To receive this prestigious award, the District must satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. The District was assessed on how well the budget serves as a/an:
- Policy document
- Financial plan
- Operations guide
- Communication device
Budget documents must be rated “proficient” in all four (4) categories to receive the award.
Since the inception of the GFOA's Distinguished Budget Presentation Awards Program in 1984, approximately 900 entities have received the Award. Nationally, award recipients have pioneered efforts to improve the quality of budgeting and provide an excellent example for other government entities throughout North America . The GFOA's Distinguished Budget Presentation Awards Program is the only national awards program in governmental budgeting. Congratulations, Stacy, and thank you!