(Chicago, Illinois)—Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has
awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to City of Mary Esther for its
annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2021. The report has been judged
by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive
"spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups
to read the report.
The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and
financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.