The Peru Gazette

Legislature Chairman Mark Henry (Peru Gazette File Photo)

News Release, 12/9/25 – Clinton County has been awarded the 2025 cashVest® 90+ Award, a national distinction honoring top-performing public entities for excellence in liquidity management, fiscal stewardship, and data-driven financial decision-making. The award, presented by financial-technology firm three+one®, recognizes organizations that maintain a cashVest score of 90 or higher for four consecutive quarters—an achievement signifying exceptional financial resilience and responsible management of taxpayer dollars.

The County’s Finance Office, led by the Treasurer’s Office, has utilized cashVest analytics to optimize cash flow, strengthen protections for public resources, and maximize returns on available funds without increasing risk. Only a select group of public entities nationwide earn the 90+ distinction each year.

Legislature Chairman Mark Henry (Chazy, Area 3-R) emphasized the significance of this achievement for Clinton County residents. “This award reflects the disciplined and transparent financial management that our community expects and deserves,” Henry said. “Earning national recognition for four consecutive quarters demonstrates the strength of our internal processes and the dedication of our financial team. We are proud of this accomplishment and what it says about Clinton County’s long-term stability and leadership.”

Finance Committee Chairman Rob Timmons (Peru, Area 7-R) highlighted the tangible benefits of the county’s rigorous financial practices. “This award is really about managing the public’s money the way we’re supposed to,” Timmons said. “When we stay organized, use good data, and keep a close eye on our cash flow, it directly benefits our residents. It’s a simple approach, but it makes a real difference for Clinton County.”

Deputy Treasurer and Finance Manager Rebecca Murphy, whose office led the analytical work behind the scoring, expressed gratitude for the recognition. “Our team takes great pride in being thoughtful stewards of public resources,” Murphy said. “This award confirms that the systems we’ve built—and the discipline we apply daily—are delivering real value to the County and its residents.”

The cashVest® 90+ Award also positions Clinton County favorably for future credit rating reviews by demonstrating sustained liquidity strength, robust financial controls, and a proactive approach to managing public funds. three+one® CEO Garrett Macdonald praised the County’s achievement in a letter announcing the award, noting that maintaining a 90+ score over four quarters represents “exceptional stewardship of public funds” and “a standard of excellence in fiscal responsibility.”

About the cashVest® 90+ Award

The cashVest® 90+ Award recognizes counties, towns, school districts, and other public entities that demonstrate outstanding performance in liquidity management and financial resiliency. The award is presented by three+one®, a national financial-technology firm specializing in public-sector cash management analytics.

12/9/25 4:06 PM – News Release corrected by Clinton County. A Rob Timmons statement had been omitted.