Summer Engagement Activity – Sharing Vacation Memories and Professional Pursuits
The summer season is upon us, and it brings a wonderful sense of energy and adventure. It is believed by celebrating these moments we build [...]
In Memory of CSMFO Past President Bob Biery
Robert (Bob) Biery, CSMFO Past President from 1984, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023. Bob’s lengthy public service career included serving as finance [...]
CSMFO Hot Topic – Threats to Local Revenues: Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act
In July 2023, CSMFO hosted a Webinar on The Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act, and Zolly v. Oakland. The webinar was focused on the proposed Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act, which is targeted for the 2024 ballot and would, if passed, impose new restrictions on government revenues and strongly hamper a government agency’s ability to raise future revenues. Below is a summary of the key provisions of the proposed Act: Affirms 2/3 voter requirement for ALL special taxes/reverses Upland case Specifies that all parcel taxes are special taxes Specifies [...]
Staying Engaged with CSMFO after Retirement
When I announced my retirement as City Manager of the City of San Mateo in January, I started to think about what my next [...]
Making New Connections in Conference Season
CSMFO has long-standing relationships with the Oregon Government Finance Officers Association (OGFOA), Washington Finance Officers Association (WFOA), Alaska Government Finance Officers Association (AGFOA), and [...]
Messages
President Elect’s Message | September 2019
Although the last day of [...]
Editor’s Alley | September 2019
And the winners are… First, [...]
President’s Message | September 2019
Over the past couple of [...]