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Highlights Upcoming Audio Conferences Aug. 11—Using Performance Measures to Improve Service Delivery Sept. 29—Improving Program Performance & Accountability Through Cooperative Audit Resolution 2010-2011 Audio Conference Schedule
Reason No. 1 to be an AGA Member Now is the time to encourage your friends and colleagues to join AGA.
Take the CGFM Examinations before the PDC This course is designed as a supplement to previous preparation for the CGFM Examinations, so this is a perfect opportunity for those individuals who have already attended GFM training courses or have been preparing by using the CGFM Study Guides. Enrollment is limited and participants must first apply and be accepted into the CGFM Program, so don't delay. More information and a registration form for this event are available on AGA's website. Member News Wallace "Wally" Donnelly, 63, a member of AGA’s New York Capital Chapter, died unexpectedly Dec. 30, 2009. An AGA member since1981, Donnelly headed up the chapter’s involvement in the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program and served for 34 years with the New York State Comptroller’s Office. He also coordinated other VITA programs, volunteered at the local food pantry and donated time to his church. As fellow chapter member Linda Coiffi wrote in the chapter newsletter, “Wally touched so many people throughout the community. He was a gentle, caring man who always had time for others and always treated each with respect.” Congratulations to Carolyn Marcinek, past president of AGA’s Cleveland Chapter, and her husband, Tim, who welcomed their first child Elizabeth (Libby) on Jan. 1, 2010. Chapter News Network with AGA Online Anytime
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Volume 50: Issue 10, May 24, 2010 TOPICS is Brought to You by AGA Corporate Partner
Grant Thornton AGA PDC Early Registration Deadline Quickly
Approaching, Register by June 11 and Save! Register online with a credit card and save, or print registration form to send by fax or mail. Offering 24 CPE hours, the conference covers the latest research and information about the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, 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 a more effective leader. In addition to an outstanding technical program, the conference features a numerous 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. PDC 2010 will be bigger and better than ever! This event is packed with dynamic speakers, informative sessions and unparalleled opportunities to network. And now, everything you need to know about the agenda is available online. Select the links below to view the preliminary agenda to see the list of speakers, session topics and networking events offered each day. The agenda will be updated on an ongoing basis as more information becomes available. Hawk’s Landing Offers Discounted
Golf Rates to PDC Attendees AGA is not organizing a golf tournament this year. However, you (and your family/friends) can still enjoy a round of golf at your leisure by making arrangements through the hotel. Hawk’s Landing is offering a special discount for PDC attendees and their guests. Prices include greens fees, cart rental, range balls and taxes. Discounted Golf Pricing: To book an advance tee time before arriving in Orlando, call Hawk’s Landing Golf Club at 800.567.2623. Please mention the “AGA PDC” to ensure you receive the discounted rate. Fun in the Sun at AGA's PDC:
Spouse/Guest Tours We have created a new program to keep everyone entertained. While you’re busy in the technical education sessions, we’ll be hosting a variety of activities for your spouse, partner or guest. Tours are scheduled to give your guest plenty of time to return to the hotel to join you for evening receptions and/or have free time to enjoy the city! This program serves as an opportunity for your guest to catch up with old acquaintances and make new friends, while discovering Orlando’s attractions, culture and history. Click on the links below for more information about tour descriptions, pricing and registration. If you have any questions regarding the tours, please contact Svenja Ackermann at PRA (AGA’s Tour Company) via e-mail, sackermann@pra.com, or by phone at 321.319.0818. The registration deadline is June 18, 2010. We reserve the right to cancel any tour if there are an insufficient number of participants. If a tour is canceled, registrants will be contacted immediately and money will be refunded in full. TOPICS is Brought to You by AGA Corporate Partner
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Share the Magic! Member Get A Member Campaign: And the
Winners Are… The next members earning Top Sponsor distinction are Ellen Silvela, CGFM, of AGA’s Virginia Peninsula Chapter with 37 new members and Lynda Watson of the Tallahassee Chapter with 33 new members. Our Top Recruiter of Early Career Members is Leanna Abele, CGFM, of AGA’s Central Ohio with a total of 31 members, 10 of whom were early career. Members who sponsored at least 10 people into AGA before March 31, 2010 were entered into a drawing to win a $100 American Express gift card. The winner of the AMEX gift card is Jose B. Guevara, CGFM, of AGA’s Guam Chapter. Remember every time you sponsor even one new member you enhance the Association and your chapter. The following chapters have achieved the highest overall growth percentage in their chapter size grouping for the membership year. As a result, the chapters listed below have earned a complimentary AGA national meeting registration. Each chapter is responsible for deciding who receives the registration. Each chapter president and membership chair will be presented with an achievement plaque as well during the PDC. Chapter Overall Growth Group A (300 or more members): Indianapolis Chapter—9 percent growth Group B (150-299 members): Baltimore Chapter—8 percent growth Group C (100-149 members): Tallahassee Chapter—34 percent growth Group D (50-99 members): Ozarks Chapter—23 percent growth Group E (21-49 members): Circle City IN Chapter—30 percent growth Group F: (less than 20): El Paso Chapter—67 percent growth Thank you to all of our members who worked so hard to make this year’s Share the Magic Member-Get-A-Member Campaign a success! 2010 National Scholarship
Recipients Full-Time Study—$3,000 Merit Scholarship
Part-Time Study—$1,000 Merit Scholarship
Community Service—$3,000 Merit Scholarship
In Their Own Words: AGA Members Tell
Us What's In It For Them April's National Community Service Project
Showed Most Progress So Far The Fourth (& ½) Annual National Community Service project in New Orleans, April 27–30, 2010, was, like the last two years, sandwiched between the two weekends of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Most out-of-town participants paid under $30 per night to stay in new or remodeled University of New Orleans dormitory rooms or apartments, all with private baths. Read more. AmericaSpeaks Gets Taxpayers Talking about the
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