Governor's Office of Planning & Budget
The Governor's Office of Planning and Budget provides leadership for the initiatives of the Governor and meets customer information, budgeting, planning, strategy, and issue coordination needs by providing accurate and timely data, impartial analyses, and objective recommendations. The tools and services provided by the Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget facilitate the responsible use of taxpayer's money, provide efficient public services, and empower Utah communities to protect private property rights.
Budget Section
The Budget section under the direction of Phillip Jeffery, provides objective budgetary analyses, reviews program plans and budget details, and prepares budget detail for the annual Governor's Budget Recommendation to the Utah State Legislature. At the conclusion of each general session, analysts summarize appropriations and monitor expenditures throughout the year.
Planning
The Planning section, under the direction of Mike Mower (State Planning Coordinator) promotes quality growth through the use of interactive tools and the coordination of local, federal and state resources.
Demographic and Economic Analysis
The Demographic and Economic Analysis (DEA) section, under the direction of Juliette Tennert, manages, analyzes and disseminates economic, demographic and fiscal data in order to contribute to improved planning, budgeting and policy-making in Utah state government.
Strategic Management
GOPB's newest section, Strategic Management, under the direction of Mike Hansen was created in partnership with the Utah Policy Partnership. The mission of the section is to facilitate the continuous improvement of state government performance. This is done by researching and implementing best practices in strategic collaboration, performance management, training, and enterprise innovations.
Contact
GOPB is located in the Utah State Capitol - Suite 150 - P.O. Box 132210 -
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-2210 - Telephone (801) 538-1027 - Fax (801) 538-1547