At the January 14, 2025, City Council meeting, Mayor James Cleveland presented the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to Assistant City Manager Karen Evans and Assistant Finance Director Samantha Jimenez. This prestigious award was granted by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) in recognition of the City of Bellmead's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023.
This honor highlights Bellmead's commitment to transparency, accountability, and excellence in financial management. It also reflects the dedication of the city's leadership and staff in producing financial reports that meet rigorous standards of clarity and full disclosure. This marks a significant milestone in Bellmead’s ongoing pursuit of operational excellence and is the city's 5th year to receive this award. Congratulations to Karen Evans, Samantha Jimenez, and the entire team for this outstanding achievement!