Hillsborough County Public Schools Business
Information Item

DATE: Tuesday, September 28, 2010
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Recognition of the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting (Business Division)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the "School District of Hillsborough County" (HCPS) by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). 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. This was the ninth consecutive year that our district has received this prestigious award.

ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)

* Demonstrate best financial practices

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)

This agenda item is for recognition and has no financial impact on the district.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY:



Gretchen Saunders
Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20100928_427 * Section C Item# 16