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LWV League of Women Voters of California
Fresno County, CA March 5, 2002 Election
 Smart Voter Bill M. Casarez

Candidate for
Auditor-Controller/Treasurer-Tax Collector; County of Fresno

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Biographical Highlights
  • Occupation: CPA Chief Accountant
  • The only candidate with current experience (Division Chief) and only candidate to ever work in the FRESNO County Auditor-Controller's Office
  • 22 years experience with the Fresno County Auditor-Controller's office - including 13 years management experience
  • 12 years elected member - Fresno County Retirement Board - managing over $1.6 billion in pension fund assets
  • 4 years in Public Accounting - emphasis in audits of government and non-profit entities - Certified Public Accountant
  • The only candidate with extensive investment experience necessary to effectively perform the duties of the "Treasurer" role of this position
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration - Accounting Option from Fresno State University
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Top Priorities if Elected
  • Support the separation of the pension fund administrative duties from the Treasurer's Office
  • Streamline the current Divisions within the Auditor-Controller's Office in anticipation of budget cuts from Federal, State and Local governments
  • Increase productivity and efficiency in expediting projects and issues by improving communication avenues to other County Depts & Board of Supervisors
Key Endorsements
  • John Milovich - Retired Fresno County Treasurer-Tax Collector
  • Andy Souza - Kingsburg City Council Member
  • Long list of both Republican & Democrat Influential Fresno County Citizens
Position Papers
ACTUAL ON - THE - JOB EXPERIENCE IS CRUCIAL!
It is crucial that the Auditor-Controller have the necessary experience and insight needed to successfully manage this complex office of 130+ employees. I have diligently worked in this office for the last 22 years. I know first hand of the demands and responsibilities of the office. I am asking you, the taxpayer, to empower me to step up to a role requiring both experience and dedication. In return, I promise to run a superior, prudent and efficient office.
EXPERIENCE IS CRUCIAL
Not all CPA's are created equal. In the paragraphs that follow, I will explain the importance of relevant and recent on the job experience. This is a complex and serious position.
 
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