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Highlights Renew Your Membership Online Today Renew now to take advantage of all the great benefits that come with your AGA membership:
Don’t forget to take advantage of all that your local chapters have to offer. Learn from nationally recognized experts and your peers about timely issues unique to your practice and relevant to you. Save time, save effort and save the environment by renewing your AGA membership online. Going green is easy in 2010 when you renew your membership with AGA. Upcoming Audio Conferences Jan. 27: President’s Executive Order: Reduce Improper Payments and Eliminate Waste Feb. 10: Understanding IT Audits for Program Managers and Auditors March 3: The War Against Fraud and Abuse: Are We Winning? Entire 2010 Audio Conference Schedule New! Discounted Audio Conference on Improper Payments and Government Waste, Set For Jan. 27
Reason No. 10 to be an AGA Member Watch upcoming issues of TOPICS for the other top reasons to be an AGA member! In Their Own Words: AGA Members Tell Us What's In It For Them Member News Lynn Canton, deputy comptroller at the Office of the State Comptroller in New York and a member of AGA's New York Capital Chapter, has accepted the position of Regional Administrator of FEMA based in New York City that she previously held during the Clinton administration. Network with AGA Online Anytime
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Volume 50: Issue 1, January 19, 2010 TOPICS is Brought to You by AGA Corporate Partner
Grant Thornton Grant Thornton Global Public Sector delivers financial, technology and performance management solutions to federal, state and local government clients, and international organizations. Call us to see if we can help your agency manage its resources more efficiently and effectively at 703.637.2750. From the National President Last fall, I began highlighting each of the departments within the AGA National Office and the staff in those departments. This month I am focusing on the Communications Department. AGA Today and TOPICS come to you courtesy of this department. Throughout the 24 years I have been a member of AGA, I can honestly state that we do an outstanding job with our publications, website, news flashes and the many documents (programs, signs, etc.) we receive at our conferences. As one who has contributed to our many communication outlets, our staff also does a GREAT job of reminding us of our publication deadlines. When you receive your communiqué, just remember that our staff, and many volunteers who are contributing or evaluating content, have already spent weeks and/or months of work to pull together the final product you are enjoying. Read more about AGA's Communications department. AGA NLC Early Registration Deadline is Quickly Approaching In today’s challenging economic times, now more than ever, government financial managers and accountability professionals must stay abreast of the latest developments, policies and issues affecting our citizens, and continually enhance their skills. Staying up to date on new regulations, while maintaining a clear vision of government transformation, can be accomplished through the best training. The NLC offers a cost-effective way of doing just that. Earn 14 CPE hours, learn from first-rate speakers, discuss the latest research, discover innovative management techniques, and see technological tools that can help your agency achieve its mission. From the practical to the theoretical, sessions will help attendees hone their skills to bring greater efficiency, effectiveness and accountability to government operations. Join us to hear from high-level government officials and industry experts, and get the latest information on issues that impact you. The NLC features an impressive lineup of speakers including:
In addition to an outstanding technical program, AGA’s NLC is packed with opportunities to network, make professional connections, exchange ideas and learn from your colleagues. Show your commitment to a more accountable future—register today! TOPICS is Brought to You by Real Asset Management International Request your Fixed Asset Management for Government info pack or contact RAMI at solution@realassetmgt.com or 617 426 0893. Efforts Under Way to Aid Haiti Quake Victims Dream. Learn. Achieve… And Get Ready for AGA PDC 2010 Worth 24 CPE hours, the conference covers the latest research and information about the American Recovery Act, the constantly changing rules and standards, new management techniques, technological advances and practical tips for bringing greater efficiency to government operations. The PDC offers a comprehensive program, captivating speakers, lively discussions, top-quality education sessions, and equips you with knowledge and skills you need to be more effective leader. While the PDC has long been respected for offering the best training in the profession, it also offers a number of networking events to help you make new contacts, exchange ideas and collaboratively work on solutions to common problems. Exhibitors are also available to demonstrate the newest products, tools and cutting-edge technology available to help your agency achieve its mission. Registration fees are $800 for AGA members and $1,000 for nonmembers until June 11, 2010. Early registration saves you money and increases your chances of obtaining accommodations at the conference hotel. Hotel Accommodations: We reserved a block of rooms at the Orlando World Center Marriott to accommodate PDC attendees. The rate is $108 per night (plus tax) until June 18, 2010, or until the room block is sold out. Reservations received after June 18, or after the room block has been filled, will only be made on a space-available basis, and may be subject to significantly higher rates.
Information about the agenda, speakers, travel discounts and tours is coming soon. Stay tuned to the website for more information…See you in Orlando!
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Chapter Accountability Outreach Coordinator This voluntary chapter position would be responsible for being the leading source of information and knowledge on accountability within the chapter. The AOC would promote speakers and training sessions and encourage chapter member to participate as report reviewers. Interested in learning more about this? Contact Evie Barry, director of performance reporting. Call for 2010 National Academic Scholarships Ohio Fire Department Outlines its Successes, Challenges in Report to Citizens The department’s “2008 Annual Report to Residents” is the latest Citizen-Centric Report that follows the guidelines recommended by AGA to bring greater transparency to government services. The Beavercreek Township Fire Department, with issuance of its report, joins a growing list of states, local governments and federal agencies that are using AGA’s Citizen-Centric Reporting format as a means to communicate financial and performance information to its constituents. AGA also offers a Certificate of Excellence in Citizen-Centric Reporting for governmental entities that prepare and distribute exceptional reports. Fire Chief David VandenBos spoke with AGA about his experience. Read more. |
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