1. American Society of Military Comptrollers Street Clean-up Coming!
Sandhills Chapter
PO Box 71759
Fort Bragg, NC
ISSUE I
JUNE 30, 2011
President’s Message...
I'm honored to serve you for the next year as the ASMC Sandhills Chapter President. I'm excited about the future of the Chapter and what we have in store for the members. I want to thank COL Mike Cook and all the outgoing Officers for a great transition. They have made this very smooth.
I appreciate the support and the initiative of the new officers on our team. They are:
Secretary – Desiree Lake – FORSCOM
Treasurer – Vicki Cooper – JSOC
VP Programs – Becky Mauldin – USASOC
VP Membership – Pam Trail – AF/JSOC
VP Outreach – Dianne Kemppainen – AAA
VP Publicity – Laurie Per Lee – USASOC
VP At-Large – Janyce Merz – FORSCOM/USARC
I was proud to represent the Chapter at the National PDI a couple weeks ago. We won two Awards for Our Communications Program was recognized as the best program among Chapters of our size and we achieved 5-Star Status. The Communications Program includes our newsletter, website and publicity for our events. I'd like to personally thank Ms Diane Powell who has overseen these areas for the last few years. Thanks, Diane. A 5-Star rating is achieved against standards established at Nat'l. In 2010, only 45 of the 123 active Chapters throughout the world received this award.
Contents
President’s Message Pg 1
New Officers Pg 2
Committees Pg 3
Calendar of Events Pg 4
Membership Pg 5
Education/Certification Pg 6
National News Pg 7
Chapter Minutes Pg 8
Treasurer’s Report Pg 9
THE SAND DOLLAR
Street Clean-up Coming!
August 13th
Details on page 4
July Luncheon Meeting
WHEN: Thursday, July 7th
TIME: :30 AM -1:00 PM
WHERE: Fort Bragg Club
SPEAKER: Mr. Billy Smith
TOPIC: GFEBS and Challenges
Jeff Robinson
New Chapter President 1

2. Let us know how we can make the Chapter better!
NEW ASMC Chapter Officers
(Serving from May 2011 – April 2012)
OFFICER POSITION PHONE ADDRESS
Mr. Jeff Robinson President
Ms. Laurie Per Lee VP –Publicity
Ms. Becky Mauldin VP-Programs
Ms. Pam Trail VP-Membership
Ms. Dianne Kemppainen VP-Outreach
Ms. Janyce Merz VP-At Large
Ms. Desiree Lake Secretary
Ms. Vicki Cooper Treasurer
Let us know how we can make the Chapter better!
Call Jeff at
The Sandhills Sand Dollar is published in the interest of Comptroller personnel on Fort Bragg and Pope Army Air Field. 2

3. WE’LL BE CONTACTING MEMBERS TO SUPPORT OUR COMMITTEES !!
SANDHILLS COMMITTEES
WE NEED YOUR HELP !!
WE’LL BE CONTACTING MEMBERS TO SUPPORT OUR COMMITTEES !!
PRIMARY-COMMITTEE SUB-COMMITTEE PHONE#
Program & Education
Lead –Janyce Merz
Mini-PDI
Protocol
Facilities
Audio/Visual
Membership & Publicity
Newsletter/Publicity
Lead-Diane Powell
Registration
Web Page
Diane Powell
Photographer
Scholarship & Awards
Lead – Dianne Kemppainen
Budget & Finance
Lead – Vicki Cooper
Bonita Bouton
Chapter Competition
Lead – Executive Committee 3

4. Adopt-A-Street Clean-up 0800-0900 Saturday, 13 August
ASMC SANDHILLS CHAPTER
ACTIVITY CALENDAR
JUL 11
7 Jul 11 - Mr Billy Smith (from Ft Jackson) (Ft Bragg Club) 26 Jul 11 - Exec Mtg (Ft Bragg Club)
Indepedence Day (4th)
AUG 11
4 Aug 11 - Army Wellness Center (Ft Bragg Club) 13 Aug 11 Street Clean up (0800 start) 23 Aug 11 - Exec Mtg (Ft Bragg Club)
SEP 11
1 Sep COL Shawn Murray (Ft Bragg Club) 20 Sep 11 - Exec Mtg (Ft Bragg Club)
Labor Day (6th) Year-end close (30th)
MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND SPREAD THE WORD!!!!!!
Adopt-A-Street Clean-up
Saturday, 13 August
Water and Donuts Provided! 4

5. MEMBERSHIP ! 5 Membership Info:
Remember - individual membership dues are $26 per year or $75 for three continuous years. You can now go online to renew your membership! asmconline.org
Welcome to all our new members from FORSCOM and USARC. You must change your membership online.
Contact : Pam Trail,
There are five classes of membership in ASMC:
Active Members are persons who are or have been employed as professionals in the military comptrollership field and who, to remain in good standing, have paid the appropriate dues and fees. The current fee is $26 for one year or $75 for three years. Membership fee is non refundable and non transferrable.
Life Membership is a recognition of those Active Members who have been in good standing for twenty consecutive years, or who are past National Presidents. The benefits of membership are the same as for active membership. Life Membership is $26 annually, except for those life members whom joined prior to 1979 and pay no dues. Life members are recognized in the Armed Forces Comptroller once a year for their long time support of the society.
Associate Members are persons who, though not qualified for Active or Life Membership, are employed in fields relating to military comptrollership and who to remain in good standing, have paid the appropriate dues and fees. Associate membership is $26 annually.
Honorary Members may be conferred upon persons making significant contributions to military comptrollership who are not eligible for, or who would not otherwise be expected to join, one of the other classes of membership. Honorary membership must be approved by the National Executive Committee, and has no fee.
Corporate Members are available for businesses interested in the military comptrollership field. Current dues are $250, which includes one designee. 5

6. Pamela Edwards-Faulk edwardsfaulk@aosa.army.mil
SANDHILLS CHAPTER EDUCATION COMMITTEE & INFORMATION
Pamela Edwards-Faulk
There is a lot of information here; something for all to stay current and proficient!
CERTIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATION for Certified Public Accountant
Accredited Financial Examiner
Certified Book Keeper
Certified Cash Manager
Certification in Control
Assessment Certified Cost Analyst
Certified Defense Financial Manager
Certified Financial Planner
Certified Fraud Examiner
TESTING INFORMATION:
Uniform CPA Exam - NASBA, AICPA and Prometric Centers
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS:
CPEs = varies by State.
NC = 40 hrs per calendar yr.
[Licensure requires 150 hrs specialized coursework]
Certified Government Audit Professional
Certified Government Financial Manager
Certified Financial Manager
Certified Information Systems Auditor
Certified Internal Auditor
Certified Management Accountant
Certified Public Accountant
Certified Public Finance Officer
RELEVANT BACKGROUND
Four Sections
Offered in 54 U.S. Jurisdictions
Computer Based / English only
Testing -Eight months out of the year
Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to protect the public interest in a rapidly changing business and financial environment
STUDY MATERIAL INFORMATION
AICPA
National Association of State Boards of Accountancy
CERTIFICATION for
Certified Defense Financial Manager
TESTING INFORMATION:
Prometric Centers
Fort Bragg Education Center
J. Harry
National / Mini PDIs
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS:
CPEs = 80 hrs every 24 months
Exemptions = Retirement or Foreign Residency
TEST SITES
FORT BRAGG ARMY EDUCATION
SERVICE
Paper testing
/2947
POC: John Harry
RELEVANT BACKGROUND
Three Module Examinations
Two Years Defense FM w/ Degree
Three Years Defense FM
Four Years Federal FM.
CDFM(A) – Acquisition Module available
Military and Civilians involved in the overall field of military comptrollership.
STUDY MATERIAL INFORMATION
Sandhills Chapter Website
PROMETRICS TEST CENTERS
Nearest Location – Raleigh, NC 6

7. NATIONAL PDI 2011 - AWESOME EVENT!
Minneapolis played host city to the national PDI on 30 May-June 3. The host chapter and committee executed a dynamic event, setting a program to the theme of Navigating Financial Excellence. While attendees are not in an educational session, the city has much to offer. With an alive, vibrant downtown located on the Mississippi River, attendees will discover energy, excitement and entertainment.   The Mall of America offers shopping, dining and entertainment options for any time of the year and every member of the family. Art lovers have plenty to see at the Minneapolis Art Institute, Walker Art Center and the Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum, which all house world-renowned collections. The theater scene is thriving. With more than thirty theaters, Minneapolis has more seats per capita than any U.S. city except New York. See a Broadway show and enjoy dinner and live jazz at a fabulous restaurant. Check out the Science Museum of Minnesota, where visitors can produce their own video, or come face to face with a shark at the UnderWater Adventures Aquarium. In summer, the action moves outside. Known as "The City of Lakes," Minneapolis has 22 lakes located within city limits and many more in the surrounding area. In town, locals and tourists in-line skate or stroll around Lake Calhoun, stopping for ice cream along the way. Just outside of town, Fort Snelling State Park offers outdoor recreational activities from hiking to biking and golf to boating.   Skyway-connected and located in the heart of the city, the Minneapolis Convention Center will be the conference site. N A T I O L E W S 7

8. June 30, 2011
RE: ASMC Sandhills Chapter June Monthly Officers' Meeting
1. The Sandhills Chapter conducted an officers' monthly meeting on June 30, 2011 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Fort Bragg Club.
2. Chapter Business
Monthly Membership Meetings
Meetings have been changed to the first Thursday of each month and will be held at the Fort Bragg Club until further notice
When sending out the flyer for the monthly meeting, attach a map to the Fort Bragg Club
50% of meetings should be finance-oriented and the other 50% can be “soft” topics
Officer Duties
Discussed responsibilities of the officers
Discussed potential speakers (Oct. 6th meeting: Mr. Holcomb-tentative)
Committees/Programs Discussed
Membership
Add Sponsorship Committee to volunteer list and solicit for volunteers at next membership meeting (Action: Jeff)
Discussed establishing a “Technology Fair” where vendors can set up a display for members to visit and receive information
Scholarship
Scholarships are open to everyone in the community
Community Service
Request Fayetteville Parks and Recreation replace Adopt-a-Street sign (Action: Jeff)
Discussed that this team is responsible for organizing the street clean up and submitting the proper paperwork when the event has taken place
Treasurer
Move Chapter funds from Citizen’s Bank to BB&T (Action: Vicki)
Publicity
Discussed submitting correspondence about the Civilian Wellness program
Discussed fitness activities (Relay for Life, the Fort Bragg 5K Walk/Run, and possibly sponsoring a 5K Walk/Run)
Changes to By Laws (Action: Desiree)
Update monthly membership meetings to a generic form for future flexibility
Add Vice President At-Large position
Add responsibility of the Treasurer to ensure tax return is prepared each year
Miscellaneous Topics Discussed
ASMC credit card solicitation is being received by members and they would like more information (Action: Jeff)
COL Maurice (Mo) Ottinger is the new USARC G8 and Bill Henry is the USARC ASMC POC
Access database would be a process improvement to better track meeting attendance and CPEs, add and delete members, and quickly view upcoming dues to prompt reminders to members (Action: Desiree)
New ASMC coins will need to be procured because the crests of organizations are changing drastically from the last time we bought coins
Has Pamlico Chapter folded and merged with Sandhills Chapter? (Action: Jeff)
Desiree Lake Jeffrey Robinson
Desiree Lake Jeffrey Robinson
Secretary President
ASMC, Sandhills Chapter ASMC, Sandhills Chapter 8

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