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GFOA Audio Insights: Budget Officer as the Decision Architect Sep 23, 2024

Organizations benefit from decision architecture. Budget officers can be the decision architects of local governments by building on four job responsibilities that allow them to reduce the impact of well-known problems of bias and noise in human decision processes. Listen to learn more.

GFOA Audio Insights: Power, Politics, and Budgeting Sep 11, 2024

“Power politics” is the use of power for selfish gain at the expense of broader community. This is incompatible with the purpose of local government budgeting. However, the finance officer can “change the game” and redirect the energy of power politics to more constructive ends. Listen to this research to learn how.

GFOA Audio Insights: Simplifying Complexity Aug 19, 2024

Reality is complex; mental models simplify it. A mental model is a tool that helps us make sense of the world and manage complexity and large amounts of information. For example, in public finance, thinking of reserves or rainy-day funds as a government’s savings account is a mental model. This approach simplifies the complex idea of fund balances by comparing it to something familiar from everyday life.

This report will explain how you can use mental models to enhance understanding and decision-making in public finance.

GFOA Audio Insights: The City of Arlington Wins GFOA's Fiscal Fluency Challenge Jul 26, 2024

The City of Arlington, Texas, created videos to make public finance easy to understand. They used themes like “Build, Unite, Create,” comparing budgeting to a Lego set, and “Budget Bites,” which was styled like a cooking show. Arlington’s approach serves as a model for other cities looking to improve their budget communications.

GFOA Audio Insights: Breaking the Law of Triviality Jul 01, 2024

Many budget officers have had an experience like the following during budget deliberations with the governing board: The governing board spends what seems like (or may be) hours discussing the line item for office supplies (“Can we reduce it by sending more emails and using printers less?”) and then afterward passes a multimillion-dollar capital project budget with little discussion.

This phenomenon is not limited to local government budgets. It is so common across time and disciplines that it has a name: Parkinson’s Law of Triviality. The first step is to understand why the phenomenon of bike-shedding occurs. Solutions can then be designed accordingly.

"Prepared to Manage Change" Jan 20, 2023

This podcast features a conversation with Francisco Ordaz. For Francisco, his challenges were an opportunity to find the beauty out of life and the silver lining of compassion found in simple acts of kindness. You will hear an immigrant’s story of financial struggle and perseverance.

"If We Don't Look Ahead, We Will Be Behind" Jan 13, 2023

This podcast features a conversation with Sơn Lê Hughes, chief financial officer of the West Linn-Wilsonville School District in Oregon. Sơn Lê grew up in Vietnam during the war that ravished her country. After a trying childhood, she boarded a plane for the West Coast of the United States to start a new journey.

"Not the Way I Want to Grow Up" Jan 06, 2023

This episode features a conversation with Dean Rear, General Manager of Financial Services and Chief Financial Officer with the Metro Vancouver Regional District. Growing up in Alberta at the foothills of the Rockies, on a mixed farm of crops and beef cattle, Dean describes his childhood as a “boy life” with miles of open space to ride dirt bikes and play hockey.

“Someone Will Take Note” Dec 16, 2022

This podcast features a conversation with Brigitte Elke, Finance Director for the City of San Luis Obispo, California. Brigitte was born and raised in Switzerland with a strong connection to the land. At age 30, she relocated to America to work in advertising and media buying. When the dot-com bubble burst, she responded to an ad for a temp position in public finance.

"The Gigi Voice" Dec 09, 2022

This podcast features a conversation with Dr. Kirene Bargas, Director of Finance & Administrative Services for the Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District in Beaumont, California. Dr. Bargas grew up in Hawaii with the ocean right across the street. After high school, she relocated to Ohio looking for work and opportunities. During our conversation, she recounts a harrowing story of being held up at gunpoint and shares a survival outcome that will leave you breathless. After the trauma, she started a job that put her on a path to a 20+ year career in public finance.

"Give Yourself Grace" Dec 02, 2022

This episode features a conversation with Amanda Klapperich, Finance Manager for the County of Rio Grande, Colorado. Amanda grew up in Wisconsin to hardworking parents and a pretty typical childhood. Her first attempt at college didn’t take and she found herself working a fast food job. At 21, she took a job as a corrections officer in the prison system. It wasn't until she was in her 30s that she realized that public finance was her intended career path.

“Best way to succeed…fully committed” Nov 18, 2022

This episode features a conversation with Kevin Bain, Debt Manager for the City of Detroit, Michigan. Kevin grew up in the suburbs of Detroit embracing his diverse community. Described by family as a fearless child, Kevin overcame an early speech impediment to excel in school in both academics and athletics. After college, Kevin worked on Wall Street, completed graduate school at Harvard, and went to work at World Bank. He eventually returned to his community in Detroit committed to tackling the issues of poverty and discrimination.

“Invited to the Table” Nov 11, 2022

This episode features a conversation Lisa McCargar, Vice President of Finance and Administration for Golden State Natural Resources. Lisa grew up a shy child in Los Angeles to hardworking blue-collar parents. Money was tight, but that didn’t stop Lisa from dreaming big. Once she entered the workforce, success and opportunity came calling. Her early career included time at Arthur Andersen and in Hollywood working on studio budgets for some of the most successful movies of that time.

"Some Day...You'll be a Finance Director" Nov 04, 2022

Rich Lee is the Finance Director for the City of San Mateo. Growing up in foggy south San Francisco, Rich had to develop a thick skin learning to navigate his parents' divorce as well as a genetic condition that made him a target to the insensitivity of cruel adolescents. Listen as Rich discusses his fascinating journey from wanting to be a musician, to pursuing a career in public finance.

The Financial Data Transparency Act: What GFOA Members Need to Know Sep 22, 2022

Listen as Emily Brock, GFOA's Federal Liaison Center Director in Washington D.C., and Michele Mark Levine, GFOA's Technical Services Director, discuss how the Financial Data Transparency Act would be a costly and burdensome unfunded mandate.

Talking GAAP Update with GFOA's Michele Mark Levine Aug 02, 2022

GFOA's 2022 GAAP Update will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2022. Listen as GFOA's Michele Mark Levine discusses this year's event and why you should attend.

Introducing GFOA's Fundamentals Virtual Forum May 25, 2022

Want to invest in your advancement? GFOA’s Fundamentals Virtual Forum, July 11-15, is designed for new government finance staff who are either starting their career journey or transitioning to public finance from the private sector. Seven of the ten virtual forum sessions will be based on topics from GFOA's Certified Public Finance Officers (CPFO) program.

#TimeBackChallenge Podcast Series: Efficient Meetings with Dan Olivieri of the City of Maple Ridge May 16, 2022

In this episode, GFOA's Shayne Kavanagh talks with Dan Olivieri from the City of Maple Ridge on how he’s made meetings shorter and more enjoyable for all involved. Learn more about GFOA's #TimeBackChallenge at gfoa.org/timebackchallenge. Additional resources mentioned in the podcast: Guide to Liberating Structures, GFOA Research based on Adam Grant's work

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - April 22, 2022 Apr 27, 2022

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - April 8, 2022 Apr 11, 2022

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - March 25, 2022 Mar 25, 2022

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

WPFN Mentorship Month – Mentor and Mentee Spotlight Feb 28, 2022

GFOA’s Women’s Public Finance Network facilitates a Mentorship Program to connect women in the public finance field from across the country. In this podcast, you'll hear from several program participants who discuss the benefits of mentorship for professional and personal growth. WPFN’s 2022-2023 Mentorship Program application opens on March 8. The deadline to apply is April 8. More information can be found at www.gfoa.org/wpfn.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - February 11, 2022 Feb 14, 2022

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

"The Only Fallback is Me" Jan 07, 2022

Lisa Marie Harris, Director of Finance at the San Diego Water Authority joins us for episode eight of the podcast. Growing up in San Francisco as the eldest of seven kids, Lisa Marie speaks quite candidly about her experiences of being in a family of limited means.

"More an Accountant than a Politician" Dec 17, 2021

Richard Sensenbrenner, Assistant Director of Accounting for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, joins us for episode seven of the podcast. Growing up in Troy, Ohio, Richard’s family dynamic centered on the notion that “serving the public was a noble deed.” While both parents took roles in serving their community, it was his grandfather Jack, that loomed the largest in his family’s story.

“You work until the job gets done” Dec 10, 2021

Our guest for episode six of the podcast is former GFOA president Nancy Zielke.Growing up in Southwest Michigan on 60 acres of farmland, Nancy is no stranger to getting up at 5 a.m. and working until the sun goes down. Balancing a career path that is firmly planted with success in both public and private organizations, Nancy acknowledges the many mentors who had a hand in shaping her professional growth as well as her personal drive to understand her community and help influence change for the better.

"See the products of my life improving my community" Dec 03, 2021

Our guest this week is Chris McCullion, Chief Financial Officer for the City of Orlando, Florida. Chris became CFO in his mid-30s. Our conversation touches on how that happened as well as how Chris and his team handled the enormous tragedy of the 2016 Pulse Nightclub Shooting.

“Open to the Opportunities” Nov 19, 2021

Episode four of the podcast features a conversation with Jo Ann Giddings, Deputy Director of Financial Administration in the City of Aurora, Colorado. Growing up on her family farm along with her seven siblings, Jo Ann learned to be self-sufficient. With her daily chores around the farm and raising cattle, she developed a strong sense of “team work” and a community of neighbors leaning into each other for support.

“What do I have to lose?” Nov 12, 2021

Joining us for episode three is Ed Harrington from San Francisco, California. Born the youngest of five children, Ed’s childhood was marked by a tremendous amount of sadness with losing both parents by the time he was a teenager. Acknowledging that this “sets you back a bit,” Ed’s mother was able to impart a certain belief in humanity that stuck to Ed’s core and helped to shape him for the rest of his life.

“88 percent...that’s me!” Nov 05, 2021

Joining us this week is Veronica Carrillo with the City of San Antonio, Texas. Growing up on a block where the homes of her aunts and uncles, cousins and grandparents were back door or down the street to one another, this tight knit family kept her centered and grounded. But as you’ll hear, there was one voice that rose above the rest and became her guiding compass, her father.

"I was dealt a certain hand" Oct 29, 2021

Our first guest is Michael Bryant, GFOA President and Deputy County Manager for Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Michael’s difficult but inspirational story will remind you of the guiding hand of fate, when one is shown a different path forward by the generous soul of others.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - September 17, 2021 Sep 20, 2021

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - September 3, 2021 Sep 09, 2021

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - June 11, 2021 Jun 11, 2021

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Catching Up with Former GFOA Executive Director Jeffrey Esser Jun 01, 2021

GFOA's John Fishbein recently spoke with Jeffrey Esser, GFOA Honorary Member and GFOA Executive Director/CEO from 1982 to 2017, about a variety of topics related to GFOA and government finance.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - May 14, 2021 May 17, 2021

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

An Economy of Well-Being at the Local Level May 05, 2021

GFOA's Jake Kowalski recently spoke with Mark Anielski, a well-being economist with a background in local government, about a unique and practical approach to measuring well-being. Mark discusses his work helping government play a crucial role in measuring performance and progress in terms of well-being of mind, body, spirit and the natural environment.

Mark has worked with various municipal and provincial governments and advises the federal government of Canada on well-being-based budgeting. He is currently surveying northern and southern Ireland on residents’ perceptions of well-being.

A Career Path in Government Finance Versus Government Administration Apr 27, 2021

Many GFOA members often start out with a career path in government finance, and then consider switching to government administration. GFOA's John Fishbein interviewed GFOA Executive Director Chris Morrill to discuss this decision. Morrill's experience includes a career working in government finance and then serving as a city manager. He talks about his educational and professional background, how he made the choice to switch from finance, the differences and similarities between the two careers, and what GFOA can offer to help make that transition easier.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - April 16, 2021 Apr 22, 2021

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - April 2, 2021 Apr 02, 2021

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

The Budget Awards Program Comes to the University of Kansas Mar 31, 2021

Michael Walters Young is the Budget and Strategic Innovation Manager at the City of Franklin, Tennessee. Once a week, he teaches a night course at the University of Kansas in budgeting. Michael got his students involved as budget reviewers in GFOA’s Budget Awards Program. This podcast goes through that process.

Getting involved with GFOA’s Women’s Public Finance Network Mar 29, 2021

Interested in becoming more involved with advancing women in public finance? On this episode, GFOA's Elizabeth Fu talks with members of GFOA’s Women’s Public Finance Network’s Women’s committees on communication, programming/education, and mentorship. Listen to learn how these members became involved and their experiences on the committees.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - February 5, 2021 Feb 18, 2021

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - January 8, 2021 Feb 18, 2021

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Show Us Your GFOA Best Practice in Action! Jan 19, 2021

GFOA is currently accepting applications for the 2021 Awards for Excellence program. Governments who have recently implemented a best practice or developed a creative solution to a common problem are encouraged to apply. Learn more at https://www.gfoa.org/award-for-excellence.

Week in Washington – Special Edition December 22, 2020 Dec 22, 2020

GFOA FLC staff offer highlights and initial reactions to the massive spending and coronavirus relief package passed by Congress on December 21.

Budget Awards Criteria: Communicating the Budget Nov 23, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA's Timothy Martin and John Fishbein discuss the upcoming webinar, Budget Awards Criteria - Communicating the Budget. This webinar will be held on December 11. To register, visit https://bit.ly/335SsDl.

A Discussion about GFOA's Elected Officials Guide Series Nov 19, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA's Michael Thomas explains the new three-part Elected Officials Guide Series. Listen to learn more about the publications and get details on an upcoming free webinar scheduled for December 1, 2020.

More information: gfoa.org/eog

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - November 13, 2020 Nov 16, 2020

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Budget Awards Criteria: Position Summary Nov 13, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA's Timothy Martin and John Fishbein discuss the upcoming webinar, Budget Awards Criteria - Position Summary. This webinar will be held on November 20. To register, visit https://bit.ly/2UnqHBc.

Budget Awards Criteria: Department/Program Budgeting & Goals Nov 05, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA's Timothy Martin and John Fishbein discuss the upcoming webinar, Budget Awards Criteria - Department/Program Budgeting & Goals. This webinar will be held on November 13. To register, visit https://bit.ly/38blUet.

Budget Talk: The Budget Document and Beyond Encore Event Nov 02, 2020

Listen as GFOA Executive Director Chris Morrill and Senior Program Manager John Fishbein discuss criteria changes for the Budget Awards Program and the encore presentation of The Budget Document and Beyond.

The Budget Document and Beyond Registration: https://www.gfoa.org/events/beyond-the-budget-document-encore

Talking COVID and More During This Year's Alliance for Excellence in School Budgeting Fall Meeting Oct 28, 2020

Listen as GFOA's Matt Bubness talks about this year's Alliance for Excellence in School Budgeting Fall Meeting. The event, beginning November 5, will gather school districts virtually for important discussions around the COVID response, path forward, and more!

Registration information: https://www.gfoa.org/2020-alliance-overview

GFOA Academic Scholarship Applications Open for 2021 Oct 19, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA's Gen Carter talks with recent scholarship recipient Mimi Livermore, Finance Director for Adams 12 Five Star Schools, and Girard Miller, Honorary GFOA Member and sponsor of the Goldberg-Miller Public Finance Scholarship about the scholarship application process and how it can benefit students.

Learn more about GFOA's academic scholarships at gfoa.org/scholarships.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members – October 2, 2020 Oct 05, 2020

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members – September 25, 2020 Sep 28, 2020

Listen as GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members – September 17, 2020 Sep 25, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Capital Planning and the DC Government Sep 09, 2020

On this Financial Foundations podcast, GFOA's Shayne Kavanagh talks with Darryl Street, David Clark, and Richard Dietz from the DC Government about their leadership in asset management and infrastructure renewal planning.

Recent GFOA Research: https://www.gfoa.org/materials/capital-planning-dc-government

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - August 14, 2020 Aug 19, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Budget Talk: The Budget Document and Beyond Aug 03, 2020

Listen as GFOA Executive Director Chris Morrill and Senior Program Manager John Fishbein discuss the upcoming criteria changes for the Budget Awards Program and related training.

The Budget Document and Beyond Webinar: https://www.gfoa.org/events/beyond-the-budget-document

Budget Discussion with Dallas Area Rapid Transit Jul 22, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA’s John Fishbein talks with Joe Costello, Chief Financial Officer for Dallas Area Rapid Transit about a variety of financial topics including the effects of COVID-19 on their budget process.

GFOA Discussion with Moody's Investors Service Jul 15, 2020

Listen as GFOA's John Fishbein talks with Tim Blake, Managing Director of Public Finance at Moody's Investors Service about the effects that COVID-19 and the resulting economic downturn has had on state and local government’s fiscal condition.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - July 10, 2020 Jul 13, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - June 26, 2020 Jul 13, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - June 19, 2020 Jul 13, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - June 12, 2020 Jul 13, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

GFR Audio: Uncertainty, Risks, and Budgets in the Age of Coronavirus Jul 01, 2020

Preparing for budget uncertainty and fiscal strive by Michael A. Pagano and Christina K. McFarland. Read by GFOA's Katie Ludwig.

GFR Audio: Property Tax Disputed Jul 01, 2020

The Region of Peel, Ontario shares its story about how it sought financial sustainability amid economic disruption by Shayne C. Kavanagh. Read by GFOA's Katie Ludwig.

GFR Audio: We Can't Afford to Avoid Climate Risks Jul 01, 2020

An examination of the real cost of the climate crisis for communitiesby Jackie Ratner and Jeff Schlegelmilch. Read by GFOA's Mike Mucha.

GFR Audio: Cash is King Jul 01, 2020

Practical ways to preserve or access more cash when your government faces a crunch by Shayne C. Kavanagh and Joseph P. Casey. Recording read by Katie Ludwig.

Budget Discussion with DC Water & Sewer Authority Jul 01, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA’s John Fishbein talks with Matt Brown, Chief Financial Officer for DC Water & Sewer Authority about a variety of financial topics including the effects of COVID-19 on their budget process.

Budget Discussion with Lake County, Illinois Jun 24, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA’s John Fishbein talks with Patrice Sutton, Chief Financial Officer for Lake County, Illinois, about a variety of financial topics including the effects of COVID-19 on their budget process.

Budget Discussion from Broward County Public Schools Jun 17, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA’s John Fishbein talks with Judith Marte, Chief Financial Officer for Broward County Public Schools, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, about a variety of financial topics including the effects of COVID-19 on their budget process.

Introducing the New Edition of Governmental Accounting, Auditing, And Financial Reporting Jun 16, 2020

GFOA's Technical Services Center Director Michele Mark Levine discusses the new edition of Governmental Accounting, Auditing, And Financial Reporting. better known as the "Blue Book."

Learn more about pre-ordering on our website, gfoa.org.

Budget Discussion from City of New Bedford, Massachusetts Jun 10, 2020

On this podcast, GFOA’s John Fishbein talks with Ari Sky, Chief Financial Officer for the City of New Bedford, Massachusetts, about a variety of financial topics including the effects of COVID-19 on their budget process.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members – June 5, 2020 Jun 08, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

How to Eliminate Paper and Save Time and Money May 20, 2020

This Fiscal First Aid podcast discusses opportunities for governments to move away from paper-based business processes. After listening to the podcast, click here to dive into our research on the topic.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - May 1, 2020 May 06, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Learn About GFOA's Virtual Conference Experience May 06, 2020

We're planning to connect virtually, May 18-June 26, with the high quality programming you’ve come to expect from GFOA. You will be able to attend sessions on familiar core topics like accounting, budgeting, treasury management, and debt. On this podcast, hear from GFOA Executive Director Chris Morrill, Director of Education Randall Towns, and Assistant Director of Operations and Marketing Dan Zielinski about the virtual conference experience. After listening, click here to learn more.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - April 25, 2020 Apr 30, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - April 17, 2020 Apr 30, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - April 10, 2020 Apr 30, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - March 27, 2020 Apr 30, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Week in Washington: GFOA Recap for Committee Members - March 20, 2020 Apr 30, 2020

GFOA’s Federal Liaison Center updates GFOA Standing Committee members on events in Washington.

Decision-Making Under Uncertainty Apr 28, 2020

In our latest podcast, GFOA's Shayne Kavanagh talks with Sam Savage, executive director of ProbabilityManagement.org, about decision-making in uncertain times.

Working with Elected Officials During a Financial Crisis Apr 22, 2020

In our latest podcast, GFOA's Shayne Kavanagh talks with Mark Funkhouser about the importance of working with elected officials during a financial crisis. Funkhouser is President of Funkhouser & Associates, LLC, is a former publisher of Governing magazine, and mayor of Kansas City, Mo., from 2007 to 2011.

Cybersecurity in Local Government: A Discussion of Enduring Issues and Contemporary COVID-19 Concerns Apr 15, 2020

Listen as GFOA's Shayne Kavanagh talks Cybersecurity with Phil Bertolini from the Center for Digital Government. It's a critical issue now more than ever.

Related Materials:

Government Finance Review Article: Be Ready When (not it) You're Hit with a Cyber Attack
GFOA White Paper: Working Remotely: A Guide for the Public Sector
Government Technology Resource Guide to Coronavirus for Government Leaders

2020 Financial Policy Challenge Feb 26, 2020

The Financial Policy Challenge is a GFOA-wide effort to encourage members to adopt and share financial policies that are essential to a strong financial foundation for your community.

You can win the challenge by submitting policies that cover the essential features that are long-standing best practices in public finance. You can see those features on the Challenge website. You can also win by having your policy judged to the best of its kind by a panel of GFOA members.

Author Interview: Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities Feb 05, 2020

Last year, GFOA released Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities. Recently, Shayne Kavanagh, GFOA Senior Manager for Research, discussed the book and why it's important for local governments.

Reliability and Consistency Part 2: Consistency: The Intersection of Words and Action Jan 08, 2020

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this segment, we talk about the fifth and final element in GFOA's Code of Ethics: consistency. Hear examples from "Jared," "Lynn," "Kelvin," and others!

Reliability and Consistency Part 1: Demonstrate Reliability Through Timeliness Dec 31, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this segment, we talk about the fifth and final element in GFOA's Code of Ethics: reliability. Hear examples from "Max," "Nathan," and others!

Diversity and Inclusion Part 2: Including the Community in Decisions and Crossing Tribal Lines Dec 11, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this segment, including the community in decisions and crossing tribal lines. Hear examples from "Bridget," "Michelle," and "Charles."

Diversity and Inclusion Part 1: Inclusivity in the Finance Office Dec 04, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this segment, we'll explore inclusivity in the finance office and provide a number of examples from members.

Treating People Fairly Part 2: Defining Fairness and Distributive Justice Nov 20, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this segment, we will explore the other component of fairness: distributive justice and look to the City of Portland, Oregon, as an example.

Treating People Fairly Part 1: Defining Fairness and Procedural Justice Nov 13, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. This segment focuses on defining fairness and procedural justice. Listen to an example of how it can work, and how a lack of procedural justice can create problems.

Producing Results for Your Community Part 2: Listen Actively So you Can Know the Results People Want Nov 06, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In part two of this case study, you'll hear how "Crystal" and "Clark" listened actively and got results.

Producing Results for Your Community Part 1: Demonstrate Command of Public Finances Oct 30, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In part one of this case study, we'll focus on how you can demonstrate command of public finances.

Integrity Part 2: Strengthening Your Integrity By Standing for Your Values Oct 22, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In part two of this case study, we'll focus on what we learned about integrity and honesty through a number of GFOA member experiences.

Integrity Part 1: Building Trust Through Integrity and Honesty Oct 16, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this extended case study, we'll focus on what we learned about integrity and honesty through a number of GFOA member experiences.

Trust: You Can't Win 'Em All Oct 01, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this case study, you'll hear how “Anne" did the right things to build trust with council members.

Maintaining Trust: Recognize and Manage Your Own Stories Sep 25, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this case study, you'll hear how “Nancy” handled a perceived act of disrespect.

Rebuilding Trust: Be Patient and Encourage Dialogue Sep 17, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this case study, you'll hear how “Tracy” rebuilt trust in the finance office.

Ethics: Sometimes the Best Move is to Move On Sep 10, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this case study, you'll hear why it was best for "Joe" to resign from his job and move on.

Ethics: Being in the Wrong Place at the Wrong Time - Part 2 Sep 03, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this case study, you'll hear how "Dan" found his department taking the blame for a city council policy.

Ethics: Being in the Wrong Place at the Wrong Time - Part 1 Aug 27, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this case study, you'll hear how "Ben" found himself in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Honesty and Integrity: Timing Matters Aug 20, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this case study, you'll hear stories about two GFOA members who used honesty and integrity during difficult situations.

Treating People Fairly: Understanding Other People's Perspective Aug 12, 2019

GFOA's new Financial Foundations for Thriving Communities program and the new Code of Ethics emphasize the importance of trust. To help GFOA members build trust, we've collected stories from GFOA members about high points (and low points) in their careers. In this case study, you'll hear how a finance officer discussed real estate taxes with a taxpayer.

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