| WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 10, 2025) – The Washington County Office of Budget and Finance is proud to announce that Washington County, Maryland, has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Document.
This prestigious award represents a significant achievement and reflects the County’s strong commitment to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting.
“We are honored to receive the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from GFOA. This recognition highlights the dedication of our Budget and Finance team and the County as a whole to transparency, accountability, and excellence in financial planning. Our goal is to ensure the budget serves not only as a financial document but also as a clear and accessible resource for our community,” Chief Financial Officer Kelcee Mace said.
“This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our Budget and Finance team,” said Washington County Administrator Michelle Gordon. “It reflects the County’s commitment to sound financial management and to providing our residents with a budget that is transparent, responsible, and aligned with the needs of our community.”
To receive the award, Washington County’s budget had to meet nationally recognized guidelines that evaluate how well the budget serves as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide, and a communications tool.
As part of the review process, GFOA evaluators commended Washington County’s submission, noting: |
