The City of Port Wentworth has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. This marks the second consecutive year the city has earned this esteemed award. An impartial panel judged the report to meet the high standards of the GFOA program, which requires demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and engage potential users.

City Manager Steve Davis expressed his honor at the recognition, emphasizing the city's commitment to transparent financial policies and practices. He stated, "We strive to implement accounting and financial management systems that support the current development of Port Wentworth while promoting growth for future generations." Davis credited Chief Financial Officer Thomas Kilmartin and his team for their "invaluable services" in ensuring the city can improve the quality of life for its residents.

The Certificate of Achievement is considered the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, signifying a significant accomplishment for a government and its management. To receive this award, a government must publish an easily readable and efficiently organized annual comprehensive financial report that adheres to both generally accepted accounting principles and applicable legal requirements. Additionally, the GFOA presented the Award of Financial Reporting Achievement to the City’s Finance Department, acknowledging their crucial role in meeting the criteria for the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.

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