Election Results - Meet your new 2026 Board Members

Election Results - Meet your new 2026 Board Members 

By: Margaret Moggia, CSMFO Executive Director 

Thank you to those who participated in the election and took a moment to recognize all of our candidates for their hard work and dedication to CSMFO. We are fortunate to have incredible individuals who are aligned to the strategic direction for the organization and yet bring their own perspective to best serve the membership.

Drumroll.... your newly elected board members to begin January 1, 2026 for a three-year term are:

• President Elect: Will Fuentes, City of Campbell
• Board Member North: Sara Castro, City of Tracy
• Board Member South: Jennifer Becker, City of Burbank

Our newest board members share the vision of connecting people through mentoring peers, engaging the next generation of finance professionals, and creating opportunities for members to volunteer. We extend our gratitude to our other candidates, Grace Castaneda (Belmont) and Nick Kurns (Santa Cruz) for showing their commitment to CSMFO and willingness to participate in the process.

As a result of Karla Romero (2026 President) needing to step back from her role, a special election was held for her replacement. We are pleased to announce Stephen Parker, City of Upland, will immediately assume the incoming president role and carry forward the vision for 2026 conference. Stephen brings his own perspective of supporting members through professional development by offering cutting-edge and relevant learning opportunities that keep us at the forefront of the industry. In addition, Stephen looks forward to strengthening the organization through volunteerism and growing the profession. We send our heartfelt appreciation to Karla for her leadership and enthusiasm to recognize and celebrate the profession.

And remember, you have an important role too. Continue to enjoy the benefits of CSMFO by renewing your membership today and be a part of an organization that brings community through meaningful engagement, access to industry thought leaders, and relevant training. 

Thank you for your support of this effort to enhance the value of your CSMFO membership.

After a successful 28-year career, Margaret retired as the Executive Manager of Finance for West Basin Municipal Water District. An opportunity to support the Town of Discovery Bay CSD as their Finance Manager provides her the opportunity to help guide them through transformative changes. Margaret began her professional career at Coopers & Lybrand focusing primarily on governments and nonprofits. Margaret earned her B.A in Economics from U.C Santa Barbara. She maintains her license as a certified public accountant (CPA).

In April 2025, Margaret was approved by the CSMFO Board to serve as Executive Director where she has overall strategic and operational responsibility for the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) programs, and execution of its mission. Her previous CSMFO volunteer experience included serving as the 2018 President and serving along with others in a variety of committees including finance, membership and career development. Margaret has also been active with CMTA serving as the 2016-2017 President, and GFOA Executive Board from 2020-2023. In June 2022, Margaret joined California Class, a joint powers agency, as a Board of Trustee to serve a four-year term for this local government investment pool. In April 2024, Margaret joined the NIGP Certification Commission as a public stakeholder member.