• DMB CAFRs earn honors 
For the 18th consecutive year, all four Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports prepared by Financial Services staff received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.

• Unclaimed Property Auctions Set for December and January
Looking for a unique Christmas or birthday present? These auctions will showcase jewelry, collectibles and coins.

• Upcoming Buy Michigan First Presentations 
Novembber 9, Commerce, MI
November 11, 2009, Lansing, MI
Novembber 12, Lansing, MI
Novembber 13, WBEC-Great Lakes Webinar
Novembber 17, Flint, MI
Novembber 19, Detroit, MI

• If You're a Michgian Business the State of Michigan Wants to do Business with You!
If you are a Michigan business, the SOM wants to do business with you! Governor Granholm initiated the Buy Michigan First program to encourage Michigan businesses, including underrepresented vendor groups, to register with the State and bid on more than 1,100 contract opportunities valued at over $20 billion dollars. Go to Buy Michigan First to learn more about free resources and seminars.

• Last Vehicle Auction Set for Nov. 7