The 2008 Executive Budget Document
Christopher Newport University
Mission Statement
Christopher Newport University provides educational and cultural opportunities that benefit CNU students, the residents of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the nation. CNU provides outstanding academic programs, encourages service and leadership within the community, and provides opportunities for student involvement in nationally and regionally recognized research and arts programs.
Operating Budget History
| General Fund | Nongeneral Fund | Positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Appropriation | $ 24,877,681 | $ 47,715,036 | 684.74 |
| 2006 Appropriation | $ 27,195,986 | $ 54,977,801 | 704.74 |
| 2007 Appropriation | $ 30,137,979 | $ 62,271,623 | 717.74 |
| 2008 Appropriation | $ 31,690,537 | $ 72,563,240 | 717.74 |
| General Fund | Nongeneral Fund | Positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Base Budget | $ 31,690,537 | $ 72,563,240 | 717.74 |
| 2009 Addenda | $ 875,424 | $ 5,315,785 | 69.00 |
| 2009 Total | $ 32,565,961 | $ 77,879,025 | 786.74 |
| 2010 Base Budget | $ 31,690,537 | $ 72,563,240 | 717.74 |
| 2010 Addenda | $ 875,424 | $ 6,632,318 | 87.00 |
| 2010 Total | $ 32,565,961 | $ 79,195,558 | 804.74 |
Recommended Operating Budget Addenda
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Distribute Central Appropriations amounts to agency budgetsAdjusts the agency budget to reflect amounts moved from Central Appropriations to cover the cost of items such as the continuation of 2007 and 2008 salary and health insurance premium increases, as well as changes in retirement and disability contribution rates and other centrally funded items. For each year, $1.3 million (GF) and $796,502 (NGF).
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Continue funding for the FY 2008 faculty salary increaseContinues funding for the faculty salary increase effective November 25, 2007. This includes support for the three percent increase provided by the Governor and the additional one percent increase approved by the 2006 General Assembly. For each year, $250,079 (GF).
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Adjust nongeneral fund appropriation for auxiliary enterprise programsIncreases the nongeneral fund appropriation to accommodate additional revenue to support auxiliary enterprise programs due to the increased usage of auxiliary services. For each year, $1.2 million (NGF).
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Adjust nongeneral fund appropriation for tuition and fee revenueAdjusts the nongeneral fund appropriation to reflect tuition and fee revenue based on increased retention and lower attrition rates than initially anticipated. This adjustment is in accordance with administrative actions taken during FY 2008. For each year, $765,626 (NGF).
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Transfer funds from Central Appropriations for faculty salariesTransfers funds from Central Appropriations for the one percent faculty salary increase provided in Chapter 847. For each year, $73,887 (GF).
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Transfer Higher Education Tuition Incentive FundsTransfers funds from Central Appropriations to the agency budget for having met the requirements of the FY 2008 Tuition Incentive Fund. For each year, $101,512 (GF).
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Increase auxiliary program positionsIncreases the nongeneral fund position level to accommodate additional staffing needs due to enrollment growth, opening of a new student union and the inclusion of new dining venues. For 2009, 28 positions.
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Increase nongeneral fund positions for operations and maintenance needsSupports operations and maintenance positions needed as a result of the opening of the Library/Information Technology Center in 2007. For 2009, nine positions.
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Increase nongeneral fund educational and general positionsIncreases the position level authority to address the increased need of additional staff due to increased enrollment over the years. For 2009, 30 positions.
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Increase auxiliary enterprise authorizationIncreases the nongeneral fund appropriation to accommodate anticipated revenue in support of auxiliary enterprise programs. For each year, $1.8 million (NGF).
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Increase nongeneral fund appropriation for education and general programsAdjusts the nongeneral fund appropriation to reflect anticipated tuition and fee revenue for educational and general programs. For 2009, $577,791 (NGF) and two positions. For 2010, $1.9 million (NGF) and 18 additional positions.
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Continue 2008 budget reductionsContinues the budget reductions included in the Governor's 2008 reduction plan into the 2008-10 biennium. For each year, a reduction of $1.4 million (GF).
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Increase undergraduate student financial assistanceIncreases funding for need-based financial aid for in-state undergraduate students. For each year, $161,414 (GF).
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Provide funding to support core instructional requirementsProvides additional state funding to support the institution’s core operating requirements needed to deliver quality instructional and student service activities. For each year, $344,847 (GF) and $188,972 (NGF).
Capital Totals for the Biennium
| General Fund 2008-10 Biennium |
Nongeneral Fund 2008-10 Biennium |
Debt 2008-10 Biennium |
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| $ 0 | $ 11,405,000 | $ 8,350,000 |
Recommended Capital Budget Addenda
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Construct university entrance and interior roadProvides funds to develop property under a Virginia Department of Transportation landscape permit, for the main entrance into the university. This project is funded through auxiliary enterprise funds. For the biennium, $1.4 million (NGF).
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Construct university chapelProvides funds to construct a 13,000 square foot interdenominational university chapel. The 350 seat sanctuary will be open to all faiths available for student concerts, meetings and social events. This project will be funded with private funds. For the biennium, $9.0 million (NGF).
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Construct Ratcliffe Hall additionProvide funds to construct a 12,000 square foot addition and renovate 10,000 square feet of athletic facilities housed within the building. This project will be funded with private funds and the issuance of 9(d) revenue bonds. For the biennium, $9.4 million (NGF).