Vote for Experience.
Turlock’s City Treasurer is solely responsible for safeguarding and investing $300 million of taxpayer funds.
Michael Abram is the only candidate with the professional experience to ensure our City’s investments are managed safely and wisely.
By The Numbers
Mike’s Qualifications
Experienced
Manages $500 million worth of investments
Trusted
Serves as a fiduciary for 375 clients
Knowledgeable
Holds a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and a PhD in Mathematics
Mike’s plan for Improvement
More Accountability
Regular presentations to the public to communicate goals, strategies, and progress.
More Invested
Work closely with the Finance Department to keep appropriate cash levels, thus investing the maximum possible.
More Targeted
Match investment time horizons with expense goals, prioritizing long-term growth instead of over-emphasizing short-term liquidity.
More Productive
Earn greater income by utilizing the full scope of allowable investments.
NEWS & PRESS
THE LATEST FROM THE CAMPAIGN
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Read more: Get to know your local Candidates
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“The Turlock City Treasurer is responsible for investing, and I have built my career around investing and financial management. I have the experience to manage cash levels, follow financial markets and interest rates, research investments, place trades, and communicate investment strategies and progress to clients in an understandable way.” – Michael Abram
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Read more: Not a ceremonial role
Not a ceremonial role
While the treasurer role holds no policy-making authority, it deserves the voters’ attention, as the treasurer’s performance can have a very real impact on funding services that residents depend on, like public safety, water and roads. I’m running for treasurer because I want to use my time, energy and professional training to serve my community.
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Read more: Candidate Statement
Candidate Statement
I will be transparent and accountable by presenting biannually at Council meetings, something that hasn’t been happening. I will work closely with the Finance Director to understand our cash flow needs so more of our money can be invested and earn interest.
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“There were numerous months when a treasurer’s report was not included in the council packet,” said Abram, who holds a PhD in mathematics. “There seems to be not enough accountability for the position. I’d like to bring a different perspective, more transparency, report to the public regularly, and make the city’s money work harder.”