Talbot County, Maryland

12/04/2024

Category: Finance

The Talbot County Finance Department has been awarded the prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Fiscal Year 2023. This certificate is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, representing a significant accomplishment by a government and its management team.

The award process recognizes individuals who contribute to the financial auditing and reporting success of their organizations. For FY2023, the GFOA highlighted the exemplary efforts of Martha Sparks, Talbot County Finance Director, and Kaitlin Foster-Clark, Assistant Finance Director. Their leadership and commitment were instrumental in achieving this accolade.

“I want to recognize the incredible work of our employees in the Finance Department. None of this would be possible without their daily support,” stated Sparks. “Nearly half of our department has been employed for less than two years. We rely heavily on those who have been with the department for an extended period of time while also valuing the new perspectives that our newer employees bring.”

Talbot County’s dedication to transparency and accountability is reflected in its financial reporting, with annual financial reports dating back to 2009 available online for public review at https://talbotcountymd.gov/financialreports.

This recognition underscores Talbot County's commitment to excellence in financial management, ensuring that public resources are managed responsibly and efficiently.

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