For the fiscal years 2015, 2016 and 2017 the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to Bloomingdale Fire Protection District #1 by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR).  The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.