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City of Fruita’s 2023 Municipal Budget Recognized for Financial Excellence by the Government Finance Officer Association.
Fruita, CO – For the first time, the City of Fruita has received the Distinguished Budget Award Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This esteemed recognition highlights the City of Fruita’s commitment to financial excellence, transparency, and meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting.
In order to receive the award, the City of Fruita had to meet nationally recognized program criteria guidelines and excel as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide, and a communications device. The award recognizes those entities that have achieved the highest standards of clarity, accountability, and fiscal responsibility.
"Receiving the GFOA Distinguished Budget Award is a tremendous honor for the City of Fruita. It is a testament to the hard work, collaboration, and expertise of our budget and finance team, city officials, and staff." – Mike Bennett, City Manager
This award reaffirms the city's commitment to transparent and effective budgeting, that aligns with the City of Fruita’s core values of allocating time, resources, and talents to Fruita’s quality of place, economic health and lifestyle. As the City of Fruita looks to the future, it remains dedicated to building upon this accomplishment. By continually refining its budgeting procedures, engaging with the community, and seeking innovative solutions, Fruita aims to foster sustained economic growth, community development, and an exceptional quality of life for its residents.
To learn more about the City of Fruita’s budget, visit fruita.org/2023budget.
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Media Contact: Ciara DePinto, Communications and Engagement Specialist, cdepinto@fruita.org, 970-858-3663
