The Government Finance Officers Association awarded Comal County a certificate of achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. The recognition is the highest form given by the assoication, and Comal County was acknowledged for its commitment to “clearly communicate its financial story,” according to a statement released by the organization. “This certificate represents the commitment Comal County has to preparing comprehensive annual financial reports that present both transparency and full disclosure,” Comal County Auditor Jesse Rahe said in a news release. The association provides the certificate annually to public entities based on their comprehensive annual financial reports. Comal County has received a certificate of achievement annually since 1992.