This officer is also responsible for banking, collections of user fees such as utility usage and business licenses, and communicating financial performance and forecasts to the community.

CCMT is a professional post-nominal awarded to a public treasurer who meets standards of education, experience and a stated commitment to a code of ethics.

[6] Standing Committees Financial Leadership is furthered by engaging in efforts to assist statewide finance officers to develop the skills and capabilities necessary to enable them to become organizational leaders as well as technical experts.

To protect, preserve and maintain intact cash, investments and other assets placed in trust with the Treasurer on behalf of the residents of the community.

To be dedicated to the concepts of effective and efficient local government service being provided by elected and appointed Treasurers.

To be dedicated to the highest ideals of honor, integrity, and objectivity in all public and professional relationships, and to function within existing legal guidelines.

To encourage the development of clear lines of communication between residents and elected officials, administrative officers and employees.

To seek no personal advantage or gain as a result of the position occupied, or due to the commission of a questionable act.

The worldwide credit market crisis on 2008 put states, cities and other bond-issuing government entities in jeopardy.