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Highlights Upcoming Audio Conferences Feb. 10: Understanding IT Audits for Program Managers and Auditors March 3: The War Against Fraud and Abuse: Are We Winning? March 24: Suggested Guidelines for Voluntary Reporting—SEA Performance Information April 21: The Latest Tools and Techniques for Auditors May 19: Those Faint Signals: Learning to Catch Ethical Slippage Before It's Too Late Entire 2010 Audio Conference Schedule
Reason No. 9 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
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The deadline for receipt of applications is Wed., March 31, 2010. Apply now and take full advantage of your AGA membership. Visit our website to download a copy of the application or contact Louise Kapelewski. The Journal Editorial Board Seeks
New Member Additional Governments Produce Citizen-Centric Reports AGA members believe that government accountability and transparency are essential to a healthy democracy and are committed to fulfilling our obligation to advance government accountability. This initiative is focused on compelling governments at all levels to improve how they present financial information to taxpayers, so that it is clear, accurate, up-to-date and easily accessible to all. In these tough economic times, it will take all our know-how, resources and courage to steer our way through to the sustainable fiscal accountability taxpayers expect and deserve. AGA offers a Certificate of Excellence in Citizen-Centric Reporting for governmental entities that prepare and distribute four-page reports that provide citizens with clear information on a government’s financial condition, its performance in providing services, and challenges it faces in the future. To be eligible for the Certificate of Excellence, governments must incorporate into their report the program’s high standards of content, visual appeal, readability, distribution and timeliness in reporting. Questions? Contact Susan Fritzlen. |
Volume 50: Issue 2, February 1, 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 AGA works diligently to make sure our chapters receive the individual attention they need to maintain a steady and healthy focus. AGA provides audio conferences and has developed an excellent onsite education course curriculum available to your agencies and chapters. Did you know that AGA responds to every GASB and FASAB exposure draft as well as any FASB or other pronouncement that may impact our members? Furthermore, you can rest assured that your National Office staff and you national officers are championing government financial management issues throughout government and academia to make sure you have the latest information on laws and regulations affecting our profession. So, you get quite a “bang for your buck” through your AGA membership! Even in these tight economic times, it pays to renew! I continue to introduce you to members of our AGA National Office staff. This month, I want to share information about four more AGA staffers with you who help ensure you receive part of your member benefits. Joe Jozefczyk, Lynn Hoffman, Ray Harris and Anna Miller are each valuable members of “Team AGA”! Read more. Don’t Miss AGA’s National Leadership
Conference—Register Today! 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 top-notch 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 you hone your skills to bring greater efficiency, effectiveness and accountability to government operations. We’ve developed a comprehensive educational program with sessions that cover hot topics in government financial management and accountability, including fraud prevention, performance management and issues relating to the Recovery Act. This year’s topics include:
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. It’s Time to Renew Your AGA Membership Renew your membership by March 31 and continue to enjoy the excellent benefits offered by your Association. Your quick response will help in a number of initiatives intended to make next year’s activities as interesting and rewarding as possible. How to Renew Online: Access the AGA website and log in to ‘Members Only’ on the home page. Login using your membership ID number and password (your first initial followed by your last name, no spaces, unless you have changed it), click on the gray ‘billing’ button above your name. All you have to do is input your credit card information and hit ‘submit.’ The transaction will automatically process via our secure server and the renewal information will be automatically updated in AGA’s membership database. While you are logged into the Members Only section, be sure to take a look at your contact information and make any updates as necessary (especially your e-mail address). The deadline for membership renewal is approaching, and if you have any questions regarding your membership or the renewal process, please call AGA at 800.AGA.7211 or send us an e-mail. AGA Members Win Big When They SHARE THE MAGIC
of Membership! Ten of these individuals earned free membership by recruiting six or more new members:
There is still plenty of time to participate. Remember you only need to recruit one new member to win a prize. Better yet, recruit the most new members and win the grand prize of a complimentary registration to AGA’s 2010 Professional Development Conference & Exposition in Orlando, FL, and two one-day passes to an Orlando theme park. There are many opportunities to win prizes for you and your chapter. Click here for a complete list. Best of luck! And may the best recruiter win—for themselves and AGA! “The more members we have, the more we can do. With strength in numbers, we will be heard!” Annual CGFM Renewal Time Q: How often do I have to renew my CGFM
designation? If your address has recently changed, please be sure to update your contact information with AGA and pay your dues in the "Members only" section of AGA website. 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! Baltimore Chapter Spreads the Word about
Government Finance to High School Students Early Careers Director Rashad Holloway coordinated a Dec. 18 event at Southside Academy of Environmental Science, a small high school in Baltimore City, and pulled in volunteer speakers from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Inspector General, the Social Security Administration, Allmond and Company LLC, and even a representative from Men’s Wearhouse to talk about dressing for success. The presenters talked about their own personal backgrounds, their careers and the importance of education. They shared inspiring stories about becoming professionals who can give back to their community. President Deborah Kinsey spoke to the young women separately about college and career success and discussed her experiences in Baltimore City Public Schools. Read more and view photos. Fourth Annual National Community
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