Budget Trends and Highlights (2022-2025)

Position Growth

• Overall Reduction: 21.7% decrease in positions from 2022-23 (71.5) to 2024-25 (56.0)
• Recent Expansion: The 2024-25 budget authorizes 1.0 new position (1.8% increase) compared to 2023-24
• Major Staffing Initiatives:
  • Cradle to Career program increased from 9.4 positions in 2022-23 to 27.0 positions in 2024-25 (187.2% growth)
  • Digital Innovation program was eliminated in 2023-24 (reduction of 36.2 positions)
  • Office of the Secretary increased from 25.9 positions in 2022-23 to 29.0 positions in 2024-25 (12.0% growth)

Budget Fluctuations

• Total Budget Reduction: 46.9% decrease from 2022-23 ($43.6 million) to 2024-25 ($23.2 million)
• General Fund Support: Decreased from $57.9 million in 2022-23 to $19.4 million in 2024-25 (66.6% reduction)
• Reimbursements: Increased from $3.7 million in 2022-23 to $3.8 million in 2024-25 (2.7% growth)

Program Funding (2024-25)

• Cradle to Career: $16.0 million (Code 0257)
• Office of the Secretary of Government Operations: $7.2 million (Code 0250)

Major Funding Codes and Sources

The Secretary for Government Operations receives funding from various sources, each designated by specific budgetCodes in the state budget:

Program Codes

• 0250 - Office of the Secretary of Government Operations: Core operations of the Government Operations Agency
• 0257 - Cradle to Career: Data system connecting education, workforce, financial aid, and social service information

Funding Source Codes

• 0001 - General Fund: State's primary operating fund ($19.4 million in 2024-25)
• 0995 - Reimbursements: Recovery of costs from other entities ($3.8 million in 2024-25)

Major Projects and Initiatives

Cradle-to-Career Data System

The Government Operations Agency leads the development and implementation of California's Cradle-to-Career Data System:

1. Data Integration: Connecting data from education, workforce, financial aid, and social service entities to create a longitudinal data system that tracks individuals from early childhood through career.

2. Data Tools and Services: Developing tools for students, families, educators, and policymakers to access information about education, employment, and services.

3. Research and Analysis: Supporting research to improve programs and policies related to education, workforce development, and social services.

Government Efficiency and Modernization

The Government Operations Agency coordinates efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state operations:

1. Digital Services: Leading initiatives to improve digital service delivery and user experience for state services.

2. Process Improvement: Implementing process improvement methodologies to streamline government operations and reduce costs.

3. Procurement Reform: Modernizing state procurement processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase opportunities for small and diverse businesses.

Interagency Coordination

The Government Operations Agency facilitates coordination among state departments and agencies:

1. Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing strategic plans for state operations that align with the Governor's priorities.

2. Policy Coordination: Coordinating policy development and implementation across departments within the Government Operations Agency.

3. Cross-Agency Initiatives: Leading cross-agency initiatives to address complex challenges that require collaboration among multiple departments.

Administrative Structure

The Government Operations Agency oversees and coordinates the activities of several departments and entities:

1. Office of the Secretary: Provides leadership and strategic direction for the agency and its departments.

2. Cradle-to-Career Data System: Manages the development and implementation of the statewide longitudinal data system.

3. Departments and Entities Under GovOps:

   • Department of General Services
   • Department of Technology
   • Department of Human Resources
   • Franchise Tax Board
   • Department of Tax and Fee Administration
   • California Public Employees' Retirement System
   • California State Teachers' Retirement System
   • State Personnel Board
   • Victim Compensation Board
   • Department of FISCal
   • Office of Administrative Law
   • Office of Data and Innovation

Funding Allocation Process

1. Budget Development: The Government Operations Agency works with the Department of Finance to develop budget proposals for agency operations and initiatives.

2. Legislative Appropriation: The Legislature reviews the agency's budget proposals and makes appropriations through the annual Budget Act.

3. Program Implementation: Funding is allocated to specific programs and initiatives based on strategic priorities and statutory requirements.

4. Interagency Coordination: The agency coordinates funding and resources across departments to support cross-cutting initiatives and shared services.

5. Performance Monitoring: The agency monitors the implementation and effectiveness of funded programs, with a focus on improving government efficiency and service delivery.

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