Georgetown, Del., Nov. 29, 2021: Sussex County can count another financial award among its stack of accounting accolades.

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada, based in Chicago, this month awarded Sussex County the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, which County Council adopted in June for the budget year that began July 1. The award is given to those public bodies that have demonstrated an observance of the highest principles of governmental budgeting, according to the GFOA.

The award is presented by the same group that has for nearly 20 years applauded the County for its annual audit reporting and financial practices.

To receive the budget award, a governmental entity must satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation, which must serve an entity as a policy document, financial plan, operations guide, and communications device. In addition to the standard fare of projected revenues and expenditures, the documents include an introductory background, organizational chart, narrative on the budgeting process, and outline of the County’s financial policies and goals.

“This award demonstrates Sussex County’s values and ongoing commitment to quality and excellence when it comes to managing the public’s finances,” County Finance Director Gina A. Jennings said. “That’s a sacred trust, and we are proud to do it and to once again be honored with this award on the public’s behalf.”

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