Anne Arundel County is once again making waves in the field of governmental budgeting. County Executive Steuart Pittman proudly announced that the county has been honored with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), making it the sixth consecutive win under his helm. This accolade highlights the county's unwavering commitment to high standards of transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in budget-related practices.

Understanding the gravitas of this award necessitates an appreciation of the meticulous criteria established by the GFOA. To fully deserve this prestigious nod, Anne Arundel County had to not only meet but also surpass the rigorous expectations across the nation. As per county executives, the county’s budget was evaluated as "proficient" in various important benchmarks, specifically as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide, and a communications tool.

"Our government works best when we earn the trust of our residents by demonstrating fiscal responsibility and transparency," said County Executive Steuart Pittman, per the county's press release. He took pride in the team's commitment to upholding the county’s strategic service delivery and community investments.