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HONORARY PROCLAMATION
RECOGNIZING MARCH 23-27, 2026
AS "GOVERNMENT FINANCE PROFESSIONALS WEEK"
WHEREAS, the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) is the state's leading professional
organization dedicated to promoting excellence in financial management for California's local governments;
and
WHEREAS, government finance professionals serve cities, counties, special districts, and joint powers
authorities by ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of public funds; and
WHEREAS, these professionals play a critical role in managing complex budgets, complying with state and
federal laws, maintaining accurate financial reporting in compliance with government accounting
standards, administering utility rate processes and enterprise funds; and supporting long-term financial
sustainability; and
WHEREAS, California's financial landscape-shaped by Proposition 13, Proposition 218, the Gann
Appropriations Limit, CalPERS pension obligations, and fluctuating economic conditions-requires expert
analysis and sound financial leadership; and
WHEREAS, finance professionals work diligently, often behind the scenes, to provide critical information
that enables informed policy decisions and ensures the delivery of essential public services; and
WHEREAS, recognizing Government Finance Professionals Week helps highlight the dedication, integrity,
and professionalism of these essential public servants.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Caren Ray Russom, Mayor of the City of Arroyo Grande, do
hereby designate March 23-27, 2026, as "Government Finance Professionals Week," and encourage all
residents to recognize and appreciate the hard work and contributions of the City of Arroyo Grande's finance
professionals who serve our community. �-p.oy 0 � �------ Q IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal
of the City of Arroyo Grande to be affixed this 10th day of March 2026.
CAREN RAY RUSSOM, MAYOR
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