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Show I ,TH DESERET .KETTS SATURDAY FEBRUARY 18 3928 Fill j US UBSE IPILiXCfSIS 99 Ait important meeting this week in the city has been the fifth annual convention of the State Association of Auditors, Clerks, Treasurers and Assessors. These officials of the various counties of UtaK have been together for the interchange of ideas, the formulation of plans and mutual helpfulness. Among the Branches ol Work Entrusted to the Care of These County Officials are the Following 9 Equalization of taxes. The correction of any inequalities in the tax assessment system. . Maintenance of high standards in g and accounting, so that public funds will be safeguarded faithfully and effectively. Collection of all moneys due the various units represented. Preparation of budgets in such a way that the 'financial safety and sta- This association comprises in its membership some of the foremost men of our commonwealth. That they are men of ability and integrity is attested by the fact that their fellow citizens have entrusted them with some of the most important and vital responsibilities and duties in the public service. In coming together to discuss ways and means of improving present methods and in- book-keepin- ' creasing the efficiency and usefulness of their work, these men are following the commendable example of all great modem organizations, financial, industrial, commercial, educational, and, indeed, organizations of every type in which economy and efficiency are held as paramount aims. By the exchange of experiences and opinions, these servants of the people are enabled to give better, more helpful service in the important lines of activity over which they have jurisdiction. They have the vital responsibility of raising, safeguarding and distributing the public funds. The success with which they fulfill this important duty is reflected through all branches of public government and activity. The standards of efficiency they maintain will determine in large measure the success or failure of public administration. ) b bility will be rigidly preserved. e Preservation of all public records a form that titles shall never be jeopardized or injustices in the transfer of property permitted. in-su- ch . Education of the public so that the citizens may know definitely just what the conditions are in connection with their governmental interests. The application of ideas and methods that will make new and for efficiency and general progress. up-to-da- te ' Where in all the ramifications of government can you find duties more important than these? These officials should work earnestly and to the best of their ability to solve the problems which confront them. When they do this, citizens should support and encourage them loyally. With our united help they can" achieve complete success; Without our support it will be impossible for them to discharge their duties effectively. Let us, therefore, support these men. Let us be builders, not destroyake it true that for ers. Let us each and all do everything possible to hel economical, efficient and loyal public service OTIS ES THIES PLAtSia n THIS IS THE PLACE This is the 199th page in the series which, with a supplementary editorial. Is devoted weekly by The Deseret News to advancing the interests and welfare of Utah and the Intermountain West. ' Readers, are you DOING YOUR SHARE in this worthy enterprise? How are you showing your inter est? Read these pages and know why THIS IS THE PLACE. If you are not a subscriber to THE DESERET NEWS, Join wiOyus now and help boost Utah and her wonderful resources and advantages. |
