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Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Finance Team Recognized with Top Award for Transparency and Accountability

WEST PALM BEACH, FL (December 4, 2024) – The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County, has once again demonstrated its commitment to financial reporting and transparency. For the 35th consecutive year, the office has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
 
This prestigious recognition acknowledges the Clerk's office's outstanding work in its reporting of public money for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023.
 
The award underscores the office's dedication to maintaining the highest standards of financial accountability and transparency.
 
"Consistently earning this recognition highlights our team's unwavering commitment to fiscal responsibility and clear communication on behalf of Palm Beach County’s residents," said Joseph Abruzzo, Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller for Palm Beach County.
 
The Certificate of Achievement adds to the office's track record of financial reporting excellence, including receiving the Centre for Fiduciary Excellence's certification for the 15th consecutive year.
 
The Clerk's office continues to set a high bar for financial management and reporting in local government, reinforcing public trust and demonstrating its commitment to serving the residents of Palm Beach County.
 
For more information about the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller's financial reports and achievements, please visit www.mypalmbeachclerk.com/departments/finance.
 
 
About the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County
 
The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is Palm Beach County’s protector of public money and records including marriage licenses, court documents, financial reports and real estate records. Visit www.mypalmbeachclerk.com and find us @ClerkPBC on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and Threads.

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Ribbon Cutting time availabilities Monday- Thursday 9:00a.m, 12:00a.m. or 5:30p.m. at host location or area location. (Palm Beach County, FL) 1st Friday of the month 1:00p.m. after the Ambassador meeting.

Pictures are always better with a banner, or sign and designated area to set up for photography. Identify the best place for the picture in advance to ensure a smooth event.

The Chamber of Commerce Membership Services Associate will arrive 20 minutes before the start of the event with a camera, ribbon, and scissors. They will assist in choosing the best position for the photo, if necessary. The person selected to cut the ribbon will be directed and assisted as to where to stand during the picture and how to handle the scissors.

Ambassadors of the Chamber of Commerce will hold the ribbon as the ribbon is cut. Ambassadors meet and greet your guests. Photographer will prompt you when to cut the ribbon, after several photos taken of the group are posed and ready.

We look forward to a great event!

Possible Participants:

  • The Chamber Ambassadors can be invited to participate. Additional committees can be included as appropriate.
  • Company staff including owner, CEO, CFO, COO, management, staff and invited guests.

Food/Refreshments- Optional. Your event will be better attended with refreshment provided. The food preference and the theme for your Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is entirely up to you.

Photos will be placed on the Chamber website, launched on the Chamber’s social media platforms and forwarded to the Ribbon Cutting host.

For the Membership Services Associate:

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  • Please submit the Ribbon Cutting Request Form one month in advance.