Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement

#140- "Wade Steen Turns Government Financials Into Bargaining Power"

September 17, 2026·22 min
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Send us Fan Mail “We don’t have any money” is one of the most common arguments association leaders hear at the bargaining table—but what if the numbers tell a completely different story? CPA Wade Steen joins us to break down how law enforcement associations and police unions can dissect government financials, uncover reserves, track fund transfers, and use audited financial statements to strengthen contract negotiations. Wade explains how to read an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR...

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