Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has
awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Ashland and the Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission for its comprehensive annual financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2020. The report has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the report.

The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) advances excellence in government finance by providing best practices, professional development, resources, and practical research for more than 21,000 members and the communities they serve.

Congratulations to the Finance Department staff and all departments for their tremendous work in meticulously meeting the highest standards of financial reporting and accounting of the public resources entrusted by the residents of Ashland! Kudos on a job very well done! The City has received this award for thirty-one years, a remarkable achievement!