Anna approves new storm water fees

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On April 12, the Anna City Council approved a new storm water fee to fund the costs of the city’s storm water management activities. Residents will be charged $3.20 per month while non-residents will be charged $10.94 per acre per month. The funds will be used on storm water maintenance and improvements in the city, including the maintenance of drainage systems, replacement of undersized and inadequate storm systems, and the improvement of flood-prone areas. Per state law, undeveloped properties will not be charged.  

During the same meeting, the city’s budget department was presented with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association. This honor is given in recognition of significant achievement by the city.  It reflects a commitment to meeting the highest principles of government budgeting.  Anna officials had to meet nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation to be considered for the award.  

Anna Finance Director Alan Guard was also recognized by the GFOA as a Certified Government Finance Officer.  This recognition signifies that he has attained a threshold of knowledge about a broad array of government finance topics and terminology amongst its designees. It takes experience into consideration and recognizes that a combination of knowledge and experience can set apart those in the profession who desire to demonstrate a high level of competency.