C

Illinois

Amid growing concerns among Americans about job stability, health care and education, there is a new demand for government to work better and cost less. Innovative solutions, particularly at the state level, are driving reform and progress.

High debt and a lack of reserves have strained the financial situation in Illinois. Overcoming these difficulties will require a new level of cooperation between the governor and legislature. A recent joint emphasis on capital planning is a step in the right direction.

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2008 Grading the States Summary 
2005 Grading the States Summary

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  • Strength Strength
  • Mid-Level Mid-Level
  • Weakness Weakness
MoneyC-
Long-Term Outlook weakness
Budget Process weakness
Structural Balance weakness
Contracting/Purchasing midlevel
Financial Controls/Reporting midlevel
PeopleC-
Strategic Workforce Planning weakness
Hiring midlevel
Retaining Employees midlevel
Training and Development weakness
Managing Employee Performance weakness
InfrastructureC
Capital Planning weakness
Project Monitoring midlevel
Maintenance weakness
Internal Coordination midlevel
Intergovernmental Coordination midlevel
InformationC+
Strategic Direction midlevel
Budgeting for Performance weakness
Managing for Performance midlevel
Performance Auditing and Evaluation midlevel
Online Services and Information strength