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About UsOur MissionThe California Society of Municipal Finance Officers serves all government finance professionals through innovation, collaboration, continuing education and professional development. Our VisionCSMFO will shape the future of California public finance by creating the premier professional community for knowledge and resource sharing, cultivating future leaders, while advancing the highest standards for fiscal excellence.  HistoryFounded in 1957, the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) is a statewide organization serving all California local government finance professionals. The purpose of CSMFO is to improve the knowledge, skills, and performance of individuals responsible for municipal and other local government fiscal policy and management. Employees of all levels and elected/appointed officials involved in government finance for cities, counties and special districts in California are excellent candidates for CSMFO membership. Students who have an interest in local government are also encouraged to join and participate in CSMFO.Membership includes commercial finance professionals as well, such as: brokers, bankers, auditors, and specialized financial consultants. The organization reinforces the professionalism in financial management and provides a method for meeting the challenges of change and solving problems relating to government finance. CSMFO is the only organization bringing together all city, county, and special district finance professionals in California. Board of Directors Jennifer Wakeman, President
City of San Ramon
Contact the CSMFO President  Ernie Reyna, Past-President
City of Perris
 Karla Romero, President-Elect
Coachella Valley Water District
 Alberto Preciado, Director
City of Citrus Heights
 Kyle Johnson, Director
City of Glendora
 Amber Johnson, Director
Central Contra Costa Transit Authority
 Jason Al-Imam, Director
City of Newport Beach
 Tim Seufert, Director
NBS
 Daniel Buffalo, Director
City of Ukiah
 Debbie Rosales, Director
Las Virgenes Municipal Water District
Governing DocumentsCommitteesAdministration
Chair: Don Patterson
Las Virgenes Municipal Water District Career Development
Chair: Nick Kurns
City of Santa Cruz Commercial Partner
Chair: Wing-See Fox
Urban Futures Communications Committee
Chair: Jennifer Becker
City of Burbank Finance
Chair: Dennis Kauffman
City of Roseville Membership
Chair: Jennifer Ustation
City of Beaumont Professional Standards
Chair:Donna K. Lee, CPA
City of Concord Program
Chair: Stephen Parker
City of Upland Recognition
Chair: James Russell-Field
Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District Student Engagement
Chair: Jessica Brown
City of Fontana
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Learn More About CSMFO!Our Guiding Values We value and respect our members as we live by and carry out the following values: Integrity, Competency, Commitment to Public Service, Transparency, and Creating a Positive Legacy. CSMFO Membership brings together invaluable resources, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative network of government finance professionals. Learn More Join CSMFO Over two thousand members strong, we promote excellence in financial management through innovation, continuing education and the professional development of our members. CSMFO members are deeply involved in the key issues facing cities, special districts and counties today. We value honesty and integrity, and strive to adhere to the highest ethical standards. Learn More |
7/1/2025 » 11/30/2025
Innovation Award Application Period
10/1/2025 » 10/31/2025
Board Election Period
11/1/2025 » 12/31/2025
Membership Renewal
