East Hampton Earns Top National Award for Excellence in Financial Transparency

The Town of East Hampton has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). This award, the highest in governmental accounting and financial reporting, was for the town's annual financial report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022.

An impartial panel reviewed the report and confirmed it met the strict criteria of the Certificate of Achievement program. This program values transparency and full disclosure in governmental financial reporting. The panel noted East Hampton's report for its clarity and effectiveness in communication.

The town’s Finance Division, led by Town Administrator Becky Hansen and Deputy Budget Officer Neide Valeira, was commended for their detailed and transparent reporting. Supervisor Burke-Gonzalez praised the team for their dedication, which ensures the town's financial operations are accessible to residents.

Supervisor Burke-Gonzalez also thanked the Finance Division for their hard work, acknowledging the GFOA recognition as evidence of their high standards in financial reporting.

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