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AGA’S MISSION:
AGA fosters learning, certification, leadership and collaboration for
professionals and stakeholders committed to advancing government
accountability.
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2014-2015 NATIONAL THEME:
“OPPORTUNITY”
September 2014
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Keivan Deravi is a professor of economics and Special Assistant to the Chancellor at Auburn University
Montgomery (AUM). He is the architect of the Alabama Economic Forecasting Model, which is used to
generate forecasts for the state’s major economic variables.
Over the last 27 years, his forecasts have been utilized by every administration in
developing the General Fund and Education Trust Fund budgets, which are pre-
sented to the Alabama Department of Finance, Executive Budget Office, and Leg-
islative Fiscal Office.
He has been involved with the economic impact and feasibility of ThyssenKrupp
Steel and Stainless USA, EADS, North America Inc, Hyundai, Toyota, Honda, Mer-
cedes-Benz, Boeing, and Northrop Grumman on Alabama’s economy.
Most recently, he has been involved with an update of economic analysis on Hyundai Motor Manufactur-
ing of Alabama, LLC, Alabama Power Corporation, the Alabama Retirement Systems, the new proposed
baseball stadium in Birmingham, the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education, and Airbus in-
vestment in Alabama. In 2010, he was asked by Governor Riley’s administration to conduct the prelimi-
nary analysis, of the economic damage, of the BP oil spill, on the Alabama Gulf Coast and the entire
State.
He has been a consultant to a major lobbying firm in Washington, D.C., and many law firms in New York
and Alabama. He has been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, London Financial Times, Bloomberg News,
Forbes Magazine, the New York Times, USA Today, National Public Radio, and Fox News Channel. He
was presented a special award of recognition by Gov. Fob James, which, among other things, commend-
ed him for the accuracy of his economic projections at the state and national levels.
Keivan Deravi is a Phi Kappa Phi graduate of Oklahoma State University where he received his doctorate
degree. His research papers have appeared in a wide range of professional journals, including Journal of
Banking and Finance, Economic Inquiry, and Southern Economic Journal, three of the most prestigious
economic journals. He is also the recipient of AUM’s School of Business Award for Excellence in Re-
search. He served as the director of the AUM Center for Government and Public Affairs from 1993 to
2000, Chief Economist, AUM University Outreach from 2001 to 2006, Special Assistant to the Provost,
Auburn University from 2006 to 2007 and Interim Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs from 2009 to
2010.
September’s Luncheon Speaker: Dr. M. Keivan Deravi
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MONTHLY LUNCHEON SPEAKER
MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT
MEMBERSHIP / YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
(YP)
CPE OPPORTUNITIES
CGFM UPDATES
PDT CONFERENCE & MAY AWARD’S LUNCHEON
EDITOR’S MESSAGE
FINANCIAL REPORTS
CEC MONTHLY MINUTES
UPCOMING EVENTS CALENDAR
CEC COMMITTEE DIRECTORY
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OCTOBER 10, 2014
Capital city club
November 14, 2014
Fall training
Marriott Legends, Prattville, AL
December 12, 2014
Carrabba’s Italian Grille
January 9, 2015
RSA Plaza
ENTRÉE
Parmesan Crusted Chicken
VEGETABLES
Grilled Seasonal Vegetables
Garlic Roasted Mashed Potatoes
Dessert
Chef’s Choice
Beverages
Iced Tea & Water
Friday, September 12, 2014 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM
Capital City Club – RSA TOWER 201 Monroe Street, Skyline Ballroom – 21st Floor
Montgomery, AL 36104 http://www.clubcorp.com/Clubs/Capital-City-Club-Montgomery
Parking is complimentary from 11AM to 2PM at the Lawrence Street Parking Deck entrance
Cost: $15.00 Guests are always welcome.
Make your reservation today! By 12:00 NOON, Friday, September 5th
Online: www.montgomeryaga.org
Or by email to LaVerne Williams or Tamaya Knox [email protected] or [email protected]
ATTENTION!
Members will be invoiced for the cost of the lunch for cancellations made AFTER the close of business on Friday, September 5th
SEPTEMBER’S MONTHLY LUNCHEON
MENU
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
Early career month
RSA Plaza
March 13, 2015
CGFM Month
Baumhower’s (downtown)
April 17, 2015
Spring training
Faulkner University Montgomery
May 15, 2015
RSA Plaza
SCHEDULED CHAPTER MEETINGS
MENU
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President’s Message:
WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME to the 2014-2015 Program Year!
I know you have heard this before, but the fear of becoming Chapter President is real. The butterflies found me too and now I’m anxious, worried, tense, everything but relaxed. As you may have witnessed at any of the past educational seminars, I prefer to hang in the background organizing and planning, so taking the role as Chapter President will be very challenging for me. But, I started to breathe again after I realized that a solid foundation has been left by immediate Past President, Margie Toney and that I will have countless resources available among our committee members. With the tidbits I’ve learned from chapter and National leaders during the past seven years I’ve been involved with AGA, I’ve grown professionally, so I thought, why not give back? Montgom-ery AGA, I’m ready for the challenge.
Now, are YOU ready for the ride? Hang On! TEAM AGA has developed a program year that will keep you on the move. As the AGA train chugs through new waters we are encouraging everyone to be a part of the won-derful adventure. First locomotive, Emma Cole and the Membership Committee have a goal of 400 for the 40th. Hint: The Chapter’s 40th Anniversary is coming soon. Linked to this car is a Young Professional (YP) Advisory Board and after attending their first event on “Speed Networking” the YPs are running full speed ahead. Another addition that will help Montgomery AGA heighten our presence at local colleges is Campus Ambassadors, being led by Tashantia Stewart. Trust me devoted members, we have not left you at the station. In fact, we have several events planned throughout the year with YOUR special passport coming in November. I promise this message will end but, I’m too excited to leave off cars #four, #five and #six. LaTreeka Williams is the conductor for the Mentorship Committee which has efforts underway to assist members with your career path. And, I hope that you have already noticed that CGFM study sessions started in June. Don’t miss out on the nine scholarships, oops, eight be-cause the first one will be presented at the September luncheon. I told you, committee wheels are spinning faster this year.
The Education Committee is thrilled to announce the location of the Fall Training at the Marriott-Legends in Prattville, AL. Another change includes replacing the webinars with lecture series taught by professors from the local universities. We hope you will join us for the first lecture October 2. On the National Level take note that “Opportunity” is National President William Miller’s theme for this year. I will follow that by inviting you to read each committee’s annual plan on our website and see what Opportunities are in store for YOU. You will also have the Opportunity to support Montgomery AGA by attending our Septem-ber luncheon at the newly renovated Capital City Club with Dr. Keivan Deravi as our speaker. Opportunity are in store all program year. Will you answer?
V O L U M E X I X , I S S U E 1
“If we do not take advantage of our
opportunities, it is our own fault.”
Thomas J. Watson
LaTaya Lucas
LaTaya Lucas 2014-2015
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Dear AGA Members, The Membership Committee would like to welcome you to a new program year. Our key program initiatives include:
Support membership by maximizing the membership value proposition, Address the interests of our members in a responsive and caring manner. Recognize our members for key milestones and achievements. Engage and champion early career and young professional members. Expand AGA’s relationships with local colleges and universities. Promote careers in government for student members.
To help make this a successful program year, we need YOU. Please consider the following:
Volunteer to serve on the “Welcome” committee for meetings and events. Invite someone to an AGA event. Complete the AGA membership survey in September. Email the membership committee about your recent achievements. Volunteer to speak at a local college or university or assist with a career fair. Volunteer to participate in the mentorship and job shadow programs.
The following committee chairs are committed to excellent membership service:
Emma Cole Membership Committee Chair Shaundra Morris Membership Services (Retention) Abel Abebe & Tameka Weathers Young Professionals Advisory Board Chairs Tashantia Stewart Student Membership/Campus Ambassadors Chair
Please feel free to contact any of tour Committee Chairs directly or email the membership committee at [email protected].
We are here to ensure that you receive the full value and benefits of your membership.
AGA AGA MembershipMembership
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Are you a young professional interested in being mentored by a business executive? Are you a business ex-ecutive interested in mentoring a young professional? If so, then join the Montgomery AGA Mentorship Program! This program is designed to connect ambitious, young professionals with seasoned, high-level business executives within the River Region who will support them in their professional and personal devel-opment. Through events such as Roundtable Discussions, Training Luncheons, and Networking Functions, we plan to provide all the tools you need to form a solid mentoring relationship. We encourage you to take full advantage of AGA and the many resources offered. We are currently devel-oping the program and would love your input! Please take a few minutes to complete the Mentorship Pro-gram survey and let us know what areas interest you. Click here to access the survey or go to: http://montgomeryaga.org/survey.php?id=16 As a thank you for participating in the survey, your name will be entered in a drawing to win a gift card. Gift cards will be given away for Starbucks, iTunes, & Visa Prepaid Cards. More details will be announced soon. If you would like more information, please contact Latreeka Williams at [email protected] or by phone at 334-625-2053
AGA AGA
Mentorship CommitteeMentorship Committee
Sitting: Algarie Martin, Christi Postma, Connie Washington Standing: Angie Williams, LaTika Stepp, Latreeka Williams
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This year, AGA has been given two 50% Becker scholarships. These scholarships will pay for half of the Becker tui-
tion and the good news is that you can now use 0% financing with any 50% scholarship. So if you are awarded the
scholarship, you can use 0% financing for the other half and make monthly payments over 18 months with no in-
terest. This will make your payment a little under $100 per month. Only serious candidates need apply. Becker will
be tracking the scholarships given and making sure the winners actually use their scholarships within the allotted
timeframe. Anyone who is awarded a scholarship will have to order their materials before June 30, 2015.
The scholarships will be awarded by the Montgomery AGA Chapter. For additional information, please email presi-
dent.montgomeryaga.org.
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Frank Bucaro, Ethics Expert - As a speaker, business owner, consultant and author, Bucaro delivers a powerful message on the benefits of ethics and values for business growth and personal success.
Topics Include:
Detecting and Preventing Fraud Fraud is an old problem, but technology is providing would-be perpetrators with new techniques for targeting govern-ment programs. Learn about the latest techniques for preventing and detecting fraud. Data Analytics Government agencies have more data than ever before, but converting it into useful information is a challenge. Learn how to leverage data analytics to identify potential fraud and target investigative resources more efficiently. Internal Control How can your department or agency improve its control environment? Sessions will address internal controls from the perspectives of program management, risk reduction and elimination of waste and abuse. IPERA Hear the latest on efforts to root out improper payments from experts in several federal agencies. Payment Cards Government charge and prepaid cards offer benefits including convenience and cost savings, but they also come up with risks. Learn how different agencies protect against misuse of payment cards.
BECKER CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIPS
K E Y N O T E S P E A K E R S Register online at www.agacgfm.org
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EDUCATION P a g e 7
The Education Committee is looking forward to a great year! Our focus is to provide affordable and quality con-tinuing professional education (CPE) hours to our members. There are a few changes we hope you will enjoy. The first is our lecture series that will take the place of webinars. This year we will have CPE provided in a class-room setting by local college professors. There is no cost for the two-hour CPE and refreshments will be provid-ed. Please go to the AGA Website to register for this wonderful event before the space is full.
Lecturer Series I Dr. Greg Jones
Assistant Dean, Sorrell College of Business, Troy University
Topic: “Forensic Accounting”
2 CPE hours
Thursday, October 2, 2014
2:00 PM—4:00 PM
Troy Montgomery
Building/Room TBA
Please register at http://montgomeryaga.org
COST: FREE
27th Annual Fall Training
November 14, 2014
Marriott Legends – Prattville, AL
THEME: “Change. Challenge. Opportunity.”
Registration will open mid-September
Members: $225 Early Bird registration
Non-Members: $245 Early Bird registration
Private Sector: $250 Registration fee
Early Bird Registration ends October 17th
The second big change for the Education Committee is for the Fall Training to be held at the Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel & Conference Center at Capitol Hill in Prattville, AL. On November 14, 2014, we will continue our tradition of high quality training with the 27th Annual Fall Training. Registration will open mid-September. Please help Montgomery AGA by registering promptly. Prepayment will be required; however, we will continue to work with our members and agencies who have supported us during the years. We hope you are excited as we are to attend the Fall Training at the Marriott Legends Hotel & Conference Center in Prattville, AL. Looking for-warding to seeing you there!
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REGISTRATION FORM
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First Name _________________________________ Last Name ______________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________ City ______________________________ State _______ Zip Code __________________________ Company Name _____________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________ City ______________________________ State _______ Zip Code __________________________ Work Phone _____________________________ Fax _____________________________________ E-mail _____________________________________________________________________________
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIOIN FEES: ____$225 AGA Member Early Bird Registration ENDS October 17th ____$245 Non-Member Early Bird Registration ____$250 Private Sector Early Bird Registration METHOD OF PAYMENT: Bill My Agency (Agency Name) _________________________________________________________ Agency Contact ________________________________________Phone #_______________________ Agency PO Number _____________________________________Phone Number_________________
PERSONAL PAYMENTS: ______ Check # _____ Visa _____ MasterCard ______ AMX
(Please log onto www.montgomeryaga.com for credit card payments)
PAYMENT INFORMATION
27th
Annual Fall Training
Friday, November 14, 2014
Marriott Legends
Prattville, Alabama
THEME: “Change. Challenge. Opportunity.”
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MAIL REGISTRATION FORM TO: FAX FORM TO: 334-353-5543 Association of Government Accountants P.O. Box 1001 SCAN FORM TO: [email protected] Montgomery, AL 36101
For additional information or methods of submitting the registration form, contact us at: educa-
SUBMITTING INFORMATION
Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel & Conference Center at Capitol Hill
2500 Legends Circle Prattville Alabama 36066 USA
1-334-290-1235 Phone: 1-334-290-1235
Fax: 1-334-290-2222
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Time 12:00 noon every other Wednesday
Next session September 10th
Location Juliette Hampton Morgan Library
245 High Street (Corner of Lawrence Street) Auditorium/Conference Room
Exam 3 Review Dates Wednesday, July 30 – Section 1
Wednesday, August 13 – Sections 2 and 3 Wednesday, August 27 – Section 4
Wednesday, September 10 – Section 5 Review and take exam 3 by September 17.
CGFM Study Schedule
The Montgomery Chapter of AGA will award nine individual CGFM Scholarships during the 2014-2015 program year. If you are an active AGA Member who has passed all or parts of the CGFM Examination during the period May 1, 2014 – April 30, 2015, please email the CGFM Committee along with your request, your examination results, and your payment receipt to Pamela Hill at [email protected] and to Sandra Steele at [email protected] . We must receive your request by April 30, 2015 to be processed during the current pro-gram year.
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CGFM SPOTLIGHT
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Congratulations!!!
Tashundrea Brown Patterson is a new AGA member who recently received her CGFM
certification, in March 2014. She began her accounting career with Sterling Bank in June 2001 as an Accountant. In December 2002, she was hired by the Alabama Department of Revenue (ADOR), Individual and Corporate Tax Division as a Revenue Examiner I, and later was promot-ed to Revenue Examiner II. In January 2006, she transferred from the Individual and Corporate Tax Division to the Financial Operations Division as a Staff Accountant. In August 2010, she was promoted into her current position as a Senior Accountant.
Tashundrea is a native of Montgomery and graduated 1996 from Jefferson Davis High
School. She later attended Auburn University Montgomery where she was a three time gradu-ate, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Finance (2000), Bachelor of Science in Accounting (2002), and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting (2004).
Tashundrea still resides in Montgomery, along with her husband of two years. She has
one stepson who graduated from Jefferson Davis High School this past May. She is an active
member of First Baptist Church of Greater Washington Park, where she has been a member
for 20 years. Her hobbies are shopping, reading, and baking.
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MAY AWARDS LUNCHEON MAY 8, 2014
BAUMHOWER’S RESTAURANT (DOWNTOWN)
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MAY AWARDS LUNCHEON INSTALLATION OF
2014-2015 CHAPTER OFFICERS
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2014-2015 Officers
President - LaTaya Lucas President Elect - Nakia Tetter
Treasurer - Jeannie Price Financial Secretary - Janice Duncan
Secretary - Nicole Boswell
Incoming President, LaTaya Lucas presents President Margie Toney with a plaque for her outstanding leader-ship during the 2013-2014 program year.
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Montgomery AGA Members Attended
Professional Development Training (PDT) In Orlando, FL
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2014-2015 Schedule of Events
August 26, 2014 Career Day- AUM
Aug.14-Dec. 14 Collection of toys for Toys for Tots
October 2014 Social Event for Toys for Tots
October 2014 Start Advertising for VITA program
November 2014 Social Event for Toys for Tots
November 2014 Continue Advertising for VITA program/ Donations
December 2014 Wrap up Toys for Tots at Joint Luncheon
Jan.15-Apr. 15 VITA program
February 2015 Social Event for Joy to Life Donations
March 2015 Social Event for Joy to Life Donations
April 2015 High School Student Career Day- ASU
April 2015 Joy to Life Walk
May 2015 Zoo Project
C O M M U N I T Y S E R V I C E
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Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2014 Place: Auburn University- Montgomery Bailey Building (Alabama Room) Meeting Called to Order: 12:04 p.m.
The CEC meeting of the officers and directors of the Montgomery, AL Chapter of Association of Government Accountants (AGA) was called to order by 2013-2014 President Margie Toney.
A quorum was present with the following officers and directors (2013-2014 and 2014-2015) in attendance:
LaTaya Lucas Nakia Tetter
Rachel Chou Terese Toby
Jeannie Price Saketa Wilkerson
Tamaya Knox Dennice Hillard
Tashantia Stewart Janice Dunacan
Carmen Leonard Kimwana Robinson
Margie Toney Gladys Gray
Nicole Boswell Marcus Johnson
President Toney thanked everyone for coming to the meeting today. She asked that “her” CEC members would introduce themselves to the 2014-2015 CEC members. The following introduced themselves: LaTaya Lucas (Incoming President and Education Director); Rachel Chou (Program Director); Carmen Leonard (Accountability Director); Gladys Gray (Audit Committee Director); Kimwana Robinson (Membership Director); and Nicole Boswell (Financial Secretary). Dennice Hillard was introduced later in the meeting as the Awards Committee Director.
Treasurer’s Report: President Toney asked if the 2013-2014 CEC members had a chance to look over the Profit and Loss Budget Report created by 2013-2014 Treasurer Kay Wilson. She asked if there were any ques-tions or corrections. 2014-2015 President Lucas made a motion to accept the minutes; Gladys Gray seconded. Motion carried.
As of April 30, 2014, the checking account balance is $29,894.79. This amount does not include the payment to AUM, which was mailed as of 5/28/14.
Minutes: Corrections to the minutes of May 8, 2014 are as follows:
Sandra Steele’s name was added to the second paragraph of the CEC Board Meeting Minutes. She was in attendance for the meeting and took minutes.
In the seventh paragraph of the May 8, 2014 Awards Luncheon Minutes, the second and third line should read: LaTaya Lucas presented President Toney with a plaque and flowers from the Chapter and a pho-to album from her also from the Chapter.
2014-2015 President Lucas made a motion to accept the minutes; Gladys seconded. Motion carried.
President’s Report: President Toney welcomed the 2014-2015 CEC members to the meeting and mentioned that they are free to ask any questions.
The Montgomery Chapter has been recognized for “2013-2014 Chapter Membership Growth” by Nationals. President Toney and 2014-2015 President Lucas received an email from Jill Murphy congratulating the chapter. Montgomery Chapter will receive the award this summer at the AGA 2014 PDT in Orlando, FL in July.
President Toney opened up the floor in discussion of moving the 2014 Fall Seminar from AUM to the Marriott Legends of Prattville, AL:
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In the past, AGA and AUM was splitting the cost. The 2013 Fall Seminar at AUM consisted of $43,999 in revenues, $30,771 in expenditures, and a net income of $13,227.76 ($6,613.88 split between AGA and AUM). The expenditures included items such as national and local membership dues, hotel accommo-dations for speakers, gifts for speakers, and snacks for the morning and afternoon breaks.
2014-2015 President Lucas contacted Embassy Suites, Double Tree Hotel, and Cramton Bowl in reference to hosting the 2014 Fall Seminar. Cramton Bowl never responded.
The purpose of moving is to expand the Montgomery Chapter. The capacity at AUM is 250 people, which includes the AUM staff. The Marriott Legend can seat up to 300 in the ballrooms. With the expansion, the Montgomery Chapter can also reach out to private sectors. Kimwana Robinson stated that the move will help build a relationship with Marriott since state employees are RSA members and can get discounts to help with our treasury. Jeannie Price agreed that moving to the Marriott Legends will be more profitable and get AGA members more involved.
AGA wants to maintain a working relationship with AUM, and considering them to host the 2015 Spring Seminar.
A concern was brought up about per diem for state employees. Kimwana, Jeannie, and Janice Duncan elaborated on per diem and noted that Montgomery is the base for travel, staying within the 50 miles rule. President Toney considered the per diem not to be an issue.
2014-2015 President Lucas is trying to save money with the speakers. She has some plans in the works. She also presented the cost estimate and suggested seminar prices for 300 attendees. Handouts were given at the meeting.
Past President Pamela Hill wanted clarity on when the 10% down payment to Marriott Legends needed to be paid. This payment will occur in the 2014-2015 program year.
President Toney clarified that Montgomery AGA does not have to pay right now, but must let AUM know about using their facility by May 31
st.
Montgomery AGA needs submit $1,800 as the 10% down payment. $17,790 was budgeted in the 2013-2014 program year.
A motion to move the 2014 Fall Seminar was made by Kimwana. Janice and Rachel Chou seconded. Motion carried. The 2013-2014 CEC members voted with 100% yes. The 2014-2015 CEC members also voted with 100% yes, but do not count for this meeting.
Comments/Announcements: The 2014-2015 CEC Planning Meeting is tentative for Saturday, June 14 at Troy University-Montgomery. More details will be sent by email.
President Toney again thanked everyone for taking out the time to attend the meeting.
Meeting adjourned: 12:49 p.m.
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Summary of Receipts and Disbursements
For the Period June 1, 2013 - May 31, 2014
Beginning YTD YTD Ending
Balance Receipts*
Disburse-ments* Balance
Share 30.72 0.09 30.81
Checking 13,232.64 77,089.87 (69,980.57) 20,341.94
TOTAL $ 13,263.36 $ 77,089.96 $ (69,980.57) $ 20,372.75
*includes receipts/disbursements related to prior fiscal year trans-actions
Bank Reconcilation
Bank Balance - Checking 5/31/14 $ 27,170.21
Less: Outstanding Checks (6,828.27)
Check Register Balance 5/31/14 20,341.94
Share Balance 5/31/14 30.81
TOTAL $ 20,372.75
Chapter Financial Reports
Budget to Actual Report
For the Fiscal Year Ending May 31, 2014
Actual Budget $ Over (Under)
RECEIPTS
Annual Fall Seminar-EDU 44,983.36 40,850.00 4,133.36
Annual GAAF-ADM 7,103.06 [1] 2,500.00 4,603.06
Annual President's Dinner-EDU - 500.00 (500.00)
Annual Spring Seminar-EDU 9,331.50 [2] 12,500.00 (3,168.50)
Audio Conference Fees-EDU 710.00 500.00 210.00
Chapter Dues-Fall Seminar-EDU 10.00 2,150.00 (2,140.00)
Chapter Dues-Spring Seminar-EDU 1,265.00 [3] - 1,265.00
Community Service-CS 5,280.83 1,500.00 3,780.83
Donations from Vendors-AW - 50.00 (50.00)
Interest-Checking-ADM 70.62 65.00 5.62
Interest-Savings-ADM 0.09 - 0.09
Membership & Recruitment-MEM 378.00 349.00 29.00
Membership Dues-Ind.-MEM 1,047.50 300.00 747.50
Monthly Luncheons 6,535.00 6,321.00 214.00
Sponsorships 375.00 2,500.00 (2,125.00)
TOTAL RECEIPTS $ 77,089.96 $ 70,085.00 $ 7,004.96
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DISBURSEMENTS
Accountability Committee-ACC 64.35 300.00 (235.65)
Annual Fall Seminar-EDU 15,510.88 17,790.00 (2,279.12)
Audio Conference-EDU 1,065.00 498.00 567.00
Awards Committee-AW 1,352.75 [4] 1,115.00 237.75
Bank Fees-ADM 223.40 250.00 (26.60)
CGFM Committee-CGFM 683.03 1,616.00 (932.97)
Chapter Administration 475.32 - 475.32
Community Service Comm-CS 5,389.05 876.00 4,513.05
Financial Audit-ADM 250.00 250.00 -
Luncheons-MEET 6,857.19 7,741.00 (883.81)
Membership & Recruitment-MEM 480.00 500.00 (20.00)
Membership Dues to National-EDU 23,712.00 19,620.00 4,092.00
Merchant Account-Global Fee-ADM 550.66 500.00 50.66
Merchant Account Fee-AMEX-ADM 87.45 100.00 (12.55)
Miscellaneous Costs 47.42 [5] - 47.42
Miscellaneous Costs-ADM 60.78 200.00 (139.22)
Monthly Parking Fees-ADM 300.00 400.00 (100.00)
National PDC Expenses-ADM 4,223.00 2,700.00 1,523.00
Office Equipment-ADM 669.95 650.00 19.95
Office Supplies-ADM 122.59 750.00 (627.41)
Printing & Postage-ADM 41.41 75.00 (33.59)
Scholarships-ADM 2,000.00 3,000.00 (1,000.00)
Sponsorships - 2,500.00 (2,500.00)
Spring Seminar-EDU 5,093.02 7,100.00 (2,006.98)
Travel Expense (GAAF) 96.37 1,050.00 (953.63)
Webpage 624.95 600.00 24.95
TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS $ 69,980.57 $ 70,181.00 $ (200.43)
NET INCOME (LOSS) $ 7,109.39 $ (96.00) $ 7,205.39
FOOTNOTES:
[1] Annual GAAF-ADM -Reimbursement of $3.23 from previous program period 2013.
[2] Spring Seminar Receipts from previous program period 2013 of $2,880 have been recieved and the A/R balances have been reduced.
[3] Spring Seminar Chapter Dues Receipts of $1,265.00 were from previous program period 2013.
[4] Awards Committee $450.00 expense is from the previous program period 2013.
[5] Miscellaneous Costs of $47.42 is an adjusting journal entry from the previous program period 2013.
Budget to Actual Report (continued)
For the Fiscal Year Ending May 31, 2014
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T h e C a p i t a l C i t y F o c u s
Deadline to Register for September Monthly Luncheon
Capital City Club
SEPTEMBER 5
UPCOMING EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 10
AGA LUNCHEON TODAY
Capital City Club
SEPTEMBER 12
Deadline to Submit Article for October
Newsletter
SEPTEMBER 18
Lecture Series #1 Troy University Montgomery
2:00—4:00 pm Topic: “Forensic Accounting”
2 CPEs
OCTOBER 2
Next AGA Luncheon Capital City Club
OCTOBER 12
CGFM Deadline
Review and Take Exam #3
SEPTEMBER 17
CGFM Exam #3 Section 5 Juliette Hampton
Morgan Library @12 noon
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President, LaTaya Lucas
Dept of Corrections
(334) 353-5519
2014-2015 CHAPTER EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DIRECTORY
President Elect, Nakia Tetter
State Military Dept
(334) 271-7435
Immediate Past President, Margie Toney
Dept of Revenue
(334) 353-9284
Secretary, Nicole Boswell
Insurance Dept
(334) 241-4182
Assistant Secretary, Angela Abernathy
Dept of Education
(334) 353-9106
Financial Secretary, Janice Duncan
Dept of Transportation
(334) 242-6000
Treasurer, Jeannie Price
Secretary of State
(334) 242-7220
Accountability
Director, Carmen Leonard Dept of Transportation
(334) 242-6383 [email protected]
Assistant Director, Angela Stokes
Dept of Transportation (334) 353-6219
Vernita Saunders Dept of Mental Health
(334) 242-3634 Ver-
Administration
Director, Kimwana Robinson Dept of Medicaid
(334) 242-2314 [email protected]
Audit
Director, Gladys Gray Dept of Medicaid
(334) 242-2327 [email protected]
Heather Oates
Economic and Community Affairs (334) 353-3546
Cory Rambo Treasury Dept (334) 242-7521
Awards & Nominations
Director, Carolyn Rhodes State Dept of Education
(334) 242-8224 [email protected]
Assistant Director, Rosa Robinson
Dept of Revenue (334) 353-8164
Nicole Skipper Dept of Revenue (334) 353-8648
Business & Community Liaison
Director, Keren Deal Auburn University at Montgomery
(334) 242-3971 [email protected]
Assistant Director, Tashantia Stewart
Dept of Mental Health (334) 242-3613
Community Service
Director, Terese Toby Dept of Mental Health
(334) 242-3612 [email protected]
Assistant Director, Saketa Wilkerson
Treasury Dept (334) 242-4491
Candace Moore Economic and Community Affairs
(334) 242-0669 [email protected]
Mary Mangum
Economic and Community Affairs (334) 242-5354
Valerie Byrd Economic and Community Affairs
(334) 242-5246 [email protected]
Andrette Munnerlyn
Wandrell Williams Dept of Public Safety
(334) 353-1830 [email protected]
John Morris
Bylaws & Procedures
Assistant Director, Keonna Ware
Dept of Revenue (334) 242-1023
Career Opportunities &
Resources
Director, Saketa Wilkerson Treasury Dept (334) 242-4491
Communications (Newsletter)
Editor, Temeka Cooper Dept of Corrections
(334)353-3606 [email protected]
Editor, Renee Reese
Dept of Public Safety (334) 353-9894
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Director, Rachel Chou Comptroller’s Office
(334) 353-1611 [email protected]
Wandrell Williams
Dept of Public Safety (334)353-1830
Education
2014-2015 CHAPTER EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DIRECTORY
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Meetings & Registration
Director, LaVerne Cox-Williams
Dept of Education (334)353-5774
Assistant Director, Tamaya Knox Dept of Labor (334) 242-8147
Shirley Washington Dept of Corrections
(334) 353-5591 [email protected]
Historian
William Waldroff
Economic and Community Affairs (334) 242-5449
Mentorship
Scholarships
Programs (Luncheon)
Technology Team
Membership
Professional Certification
(CGFM)
Social Media/Equipment, Demetrius Bass
Dept of Transportation (334) 353-4511
Webmaster, Alea DePaola Position title, Agency
Director, Kay Wilson Dept of Human Resources
(334) 242-9444 [email protected]
Assistant Director, William Waldroff
Economic and Community Affairs (334) 242-5449
Director, Marcus Johnson Dept of Public Health
(334) 206-5559 [email protected]
Assistant Director, Jondra Oswalt
Dept of Labor (334) 242-8432
Director, Pamela Hill Dept of Revenue (334) 353-8928
Assistant Director, Sandra Steele Insurance Dept (334) 241-4107
Director, Emma Cole Troy University at Montgomery
(334) 832-7292 [email protected]
Student Members/Campus Ambassa-
dor, Tashantia Stewart Dept of Mental Health
(334) 242-3613 [email protected]
Early Career/Young Professionals,
Able Abede (334) 242-6689
Early Career/Young Professionals, Assistant Director Tameka Weathers
Director, LaTreeka Williams City of Montgomery
Financial Management Division (334) 625-2053
Connie Washington Accounting Specialist
[email protected] (334) 625-2319
Christie Postmas
Accounting Specialist [email protected]
(334) 625-2343
Angie Williams Budget Analyst
(334) 625-2945
Algarie Martin Reconciliation Accountant
[email protected] (334) 625-3147
LaTika Stepp
Fixed Asset Accountant [email protected]
Regional Vice President
(Gulf Region)
Regional Coordinator
Karen Deal Auburn University at
Montgomery (334) 244-3971
Pamela Henderson Dept of Medicaid (334) 242-2368