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Virginia

 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.

Virginia has long been at the forefront of that innovation, implementing a smart system of strategic planning tied to real results in state budgeting. The state also consistently leads the field in human resources management. Virginia has an opportunity to strengthen its performance further through
an increased focus on infrastructure assessment and capital management.

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2008 Grading the States Summary 
2005 Grading the States Summary 

Grading Criteria  |  Methodology  |  Technical Terms |  Partners 

 

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