Hayward, CA - The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2020. 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 the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. 

The leadership of Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District is proud of the award, only a handful of other mosquito districts in the nation have received the certificate. General Manager Ryan Clausnitzer says “This award demonstrates more than balanced books. The award highlights our growing reputation for transparency and responsiveness to the needs of our residents.” Clausnitzer highlighted the years long process of modernizing financial reporting which complements the districts commitment to transparency. He credits the work of staff and the ACMAD Board of Trustees for developing new systems and policies, which made the district eligible for the award. The award requires a large audit of the district’s finances and work for past years, not just 2020 and 2021. Accounting Associate Michelle Robles, who spearheaded the award submission related “We are very proud of the work that we have accomplished over the past few years to win the GFOA award. This award reflects our financial accountability and commitment to serving the residents of Alameda County.” To learn more about the award, see Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting 

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