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The Virginia Government Finance Officers' Association shall be the premier organization in developing leaders with financial and management expertise, through education, fellowship and professional development, to foster excellence in government.

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VGFOA News and Events


VGFOA Executive Board

Officers:
President - Steven A. Solomon
President Elect - Marycarol C. White
Past President - Rebecca Owens
Treasurer - Patricia Weiler

Board Members/Directors:
Nickie Champion
Vivian McGettigan
Charles Ramsay
Ann Shawver
John Wallingford
Karen Woodson
Shakeel Yusuf

Executive Secretary:
Bruce Chase

Contact VGFOA

VGFOA
P.O. Box 6953
Radford University
Radford, VA. 24142
Phone: 866-208-7025 (Toll Free)
Fax: 540-831-6735
Email:
vgfoa@radford.edu

   

Photo Gallery of VGFOA Conferences Now Available

The VGFOA is pleased to offer a photographic look at the 2007 Fall and the 2008 Spring conference.  You may view the photo albums as either a slide show or by individual photo.  View the photo gallery  HERE (Opens in new window)
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Congratulations to the Newest VGFOA Certified
Public Finance Professional Certificate Holders

Congratulations to the following people for being the latest to achieve VGFOA Certified Public Finance Professional designation: Lisa Greer, Roanoke County, Penny Xu, Fairfax County Housing, Esther Caesar, Fairfax County Housing, David Hockaday, Fairfax County Housing, Daniel Ogbon, Fairfax County Housing, Lynn Ruths, Loudoun County, Eileen Nguyen, Loudoun County, Teri Kent, Town of Herndon, Christine Brannan, City of Salem, Carol Clancy, Fairfax County Housing, Stuart Stallman, Fairfax County Housing and Lee Pfeiffer, Cumberland County. View list of all VGFOA certified professionals HERE.  View list of all awards presented at the VGFOA Spring Conference HERE.
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VGFOA Scholarships to attend GFOA Training Courses

For this year only, the Awards and Membership Committee is offering scholarships of $600 each for VGFOA members to attend GFOA courses. Scholarships are given to cover the cost of the course tuition and a portion of travel expenses and will be given to up to three applicants. Any remaining expenses, beyond the $600 award, to attend the training must be covered by the applicant or their locality. To apply for the scholarship you may use the convenient on-line application OR complete the mail application form and e-mail it to Tammy Todd (ttodd@salemva.gov). Applications are due by June 30th and award winners will be announced by July 31st. 

To view a list of GFOA courses available check the GFOA training schedule HERE

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2008 VGFOA Spring Conference Presentations Available On-line

Copies of the presentations made by the speakers at the 2008 Spring conference are now available on-line.  Additional presentations will be posted as they become available.  View the posted presentations HERE (PDF)
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2008 VGFOA Fall Conference Planning Underway

Planning is now underway for the 2008 Fall Conference which will be held at the Hotel Roanoke in Roanoke, VA. on October 29 - 31, 2008.  Mark your calendars now and begin making plans to attend the Fall conference. The VGFOA is currently accepting applications for conference sponsorships and exhibitor space for the upcoming Fall conference.  The sponsor/exhibitor application form for the conference is available HERE.  For additional information about sponsoring or exhibiting contact Charles Ramsay at ram08@co.henrico.va.us.  It's not too early to register for the conference. Online registration for the conference is open and available HERE. Conference website is available HERE.
If you are looking for information about the 2008 Spring conference go
HERE. 
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VGFOA June 2008 Newsletter is Now Available On-Line.  Read the latest news from the VGFOA HERE.
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 GASB 45 Information and Online Training

Looking for information about GASB 45 or have questions about the implementation of GASB 45?   If so check the new VGFOA GASB 45 information web page HERE.  The VGFOA also offers an on-line GASB 45 training course for a very reasonable cost of $75.  View the GASB 45 on-line course and registration information HERE.
 
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Apply for VGFOA Award for Innovations in Government Finance

Is your locality financially innovative? Tell us about it and become eligible to win a VGFOA Award for Innovations in Government Finance. Deadline for submission is July 15, 2008.  Application for an award can now be made online as well as by mail.  Information about the innovations award and application form is available HERE.
 
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VGFOA to Offer Regional Events/Programs

The VGFOA is implementing a new initiative to develop regional programs and events. This effort is designed to bring educational and networking opportunities to a greater number of our members.  The first regional event was held in the Central Region.  In order to KICK-OFF the effort in Central Virginia, a social event was held at the Richmond Braves game on Thursday May 29, 2008.  As additional regional events are added a calendar of regional events will be added to the website.  You can view details about the first Central Regional Event HERE. (PDF). See committee report on regional organizations HERE.
 
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