Try Before You Buy: Expanding Multi–Stage Procurements for Large IT Systems [Publication Details]

Nov 11, 2009 - As an alternative the state is beginning to look to so-called multi–stage procurement because it creates a collaborative environment for state and vendor staff. Our analysis indicates that an earlier evaluation of procurement strategy can reduce the risks of cost overruns and schedule delays, so we recommend that the Legislature require state
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2139

Strengthening the Budget Process [Publication Details]

Oct 22, 2009 - Presented to: Joint Hearing—Select Committees on Improving State Government. Senator DeSaulnier and Assembly Member Feuer, Chairs
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2126

2009-10 California Spending Plan: The Budget Package [Publication Details]

Oct 6, 2009 - In addition, the budget assumes spending from bond funds of nearly $10 billion as the state continues to allocate moneys from the $43 billion bond package approved at the November 2006 election. While state expenditures decline in 2009–10, federal funds spending will increase dramatically.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2122

Pending Proposal Concerning Highway Patrol Officer Retiree Health Benefits Funding [Publication Details]

Sep 2, 2009 - On August 27, 2009, the administration presented to the Legislature a proposed addendum to the existing state employee labor agreement with Bargaining Unit 5 (California Highway Patrol [CHP] Officers). The proposal would amend the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act and increase state budgetary costs in some future years.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2117

California Community Colleges: Raising Fees Could Mitigate Program Cuts and Leverage More Federal Aid [Publication Details]

Jun 11, 2009 - New federal tax credit provisions allow the state to tap potentially hundreds of millions of new federal dollars for higher education. Because these tax credits will fully reimburse most California Community College (CCC) students for the fees they pay, the state could raise those fees (and revenue for CCC) with no net impact on most students.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2097

Should the State Consolidate Its Revenue Agencies? [Publication Details]

Jun 10, 2009 - Should the State Consolidate Its Revenue Agencies? [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2094

State Budget Solutions in Higher Education: General Fund Savings From February Budget Package and Governor’s Proposed May Revision [Publication Details]

Jun 1, 2009 - State Budget Solutions in Higher Education: General Fund Savings From February Budget Package and Governor’s Proposed May Revision [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2078

Achieving Better Outcomes for Adult Probation [Publication Details]

May 29, 2009 - Achieving Better Outcomes for Adult Probation [Publication Details] Video Description: We conclude that opportunities exist to both improve public safety and reduce state costs by better aligning the county probation and state correctional systems.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2074

Education of Foster Youth in California [Publication Details]

May 28, 2009 - Seventy-five percent of California foster youth perform below grade level standards, and by third grade 83 percent of foster youth have had to repeat a grade. We believe the state and local programs must reprioritize the way existing funds are spent in order to improve educational opportunities for foster youth.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2069

The State Budget Situation [Publication Details]

May 27, 2009 - The State Budget Situation [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2070