Here's one idea from Fred Morgan which I can really support the need for. There is very little continuity of oversight in our state agencies. Every May, in the waning hours of the long session; with bloodshot eyes our two chambers are presented with a "take it or shut it down" decision. Much of the money in the annual proposed budget has no specific earmark language tied to it. The Agencies take the money and do whatever level of serving the public that they decide is within their comfort zone. I'm not at all certain that Morgan's recipe for selecting committee members is the right one? I'd prefer that the committee have a number of elected officials on it. I think some local government officials would also help give a good perspective. But these reviews should be completed BEFORE new money is appropriated for that government function. But read his short synopsis and see what you think of it... |
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