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Building an Audit Program

Posted by Amy Daniels on Oct. 5, 2023  /    Subscribe 0

Hi Everyone, We'll be presenting on building an audit program with a panel. What questions would you like answered?

Lease and SBITA Software Solutions

Posted by Cherie Sanchez on Oct. 3, 2023  /    Subscribe 0

I am wondering what software solutions other entities are using for GASB 87 and GASB 96 accounting and financial reporting. We used a workbook called LeaseVision for leases and are contemplating a DebtBook subscription moving forward for both standards. Thanks

Operating vs. Non-Operating

Posted by Jessica Isley on Sep. 26, 2023  /    Subscribe 0

Hello all, we have relatively new management and new board members who are hung up on the difference between operating and non-operating revenues and expenditures. I have explained this multiple times but there is still a lot of confusion. Does anyone have an article or reference they would recommend for this information?

Service Fee / Vendor Fee

Posted by [email protected] on Sep. 22, 2023  /    Subscribe 0

Hello - Steamboat Springs currently does not have a service (vendor) fee. Curious if other municipalities do, and if so, what is the rate? Thank you for your time~

Sondra Spratta | Sales and Use Tax Auditor

Municipal Tax | City of Steamboat Springs

Direct 970.871.8247 | [email protected]

Banking RFP

Posted by Michelle Clark on Sep. 12, 2023  /    Subscribe 2

After the discussion at the CGFOA Mini Conference, we are wanting to go out to bid for our Banking Services for the first time in years. Might anyone have a RFP they want to share please?

Employee Retention Strategies

Posted by Catrina Asher on Sep. 5, 2023  /    Subscribe 0

Hi folks, I'm putting together a panel on employee recruiting and retention strategies for our fall conference. Has your organization done something creative to attract new talent? Have you tried new benefits or strategies to retain staff? Whether it worked or not, we want to hear from you! If you're interested in sharing your experiences at this fall's conference, email Catrina Asher at [email protected].

How Is Your Jurisdiction Calculating Interest On Tax Deficiencies

Posted by [email protected] on Aug. 30, 2023  /    Subscribe 0

Hello, A question came up when we were updating our assessment form if tax should be calculated on a partial month versus a full month. Currently, Fort Collins calculates interest on a full month through the next 20th of the month. It appears many of us have similar wording in the code for interest calculation. Here is Fort Collins Code Sec. 25-188(a) for interest calculations:

"When interest is required or permitted to be charged under any provision of this Article, that interest shall be calculated as follows: (1)Interest at a rate of one (1) percent per month shall be calculated for each month or portion of a month from the due date that a tax deficiency remains unpaid; or ...".

My questions are:

1. If your jurisdiction has similar wording in your tax code, how do you treat the tax calculation?
2. What is the code section that details how interest is calculated?
3. Do you have a tax guide or other document published that provides guidance? If so, please provide a copy or link to the document.

I'll save any responses I receive to a spreadsheet that can be shared later if you're interested.

Thank you, Danielle Wallace Fort Collins Lead Audit, Sales Tax [email protected]

Public Safety Scheduling and Timekeeping

Posted by Ashley McGowen on Aug. 1, 2023  /    Subscribe 6

What software solution(s) do you utilize for public safety (fire, police, e911) scheduling and timekeeping? Does the solution(s) meet your needs? What ERP/HCM do you utilize, and does the scheduling and timekeeping integrate with your ERP/HCM? Thank you, Ashley McGowen (she/her) Deputy Finance Director City of Grand Junction O: 970-256-4012

Chart of Accounts/GL

Posted by Michelle Clark on Aug. 1, 2023  /    Subscribe 3

We are in the process of creating an all new Chart of Accounts for the coming budget year to more fully align our Funds and Departments. Has anyone done this recently and if so, would you be willing to share your experience? Thank You!!

Budgeting Assumptions

Posted by John Lewis on Jul. 25, 2023  /    Subscribe 18

We are in the middle of our 2024 budget process and are wondering what other government entities are planning for wage increases.