The 2008 Executive Budget Document
The Science Museum Of Virginia
Mission Statement
The mission of the Science Museum of Virginia is to raise the public understanding of science and technology throughout the Commonwealth. With a variety of delivery vehicles, including operation of a large nationally acclaimed system of science centers at multiple locations across the Commonwealth, the SMV engages children, adults, and teachers of science in activities that promote science literacy and enhance public understanding.
The Code of Virginia defines the purposes of the Science Museum in a clear statement that is as fresh today as it was when written more than 30 years ago:
The purposes (§ 23-240) of The Science Museum of Virginia are: • to deepen our understanding of man and his environment; • to promote a knowledge of the scientific method and thus encourage objectivity in the everyday affairs of man; • to engage in instruction and research in the sciences in order to educate citizens of all ages in the concepts and principles of science and how these concepts and principles form the foundation upon which rests our technological society and its economy; • to use, subject to approval of the accredited educational affiliates concerned, Museum personnel in educational programs; • to motivate and stimulate young people to seek careers in science;• to encourage an understanding of the history of scientific endeavor; • to provide special facilities and collections for the study of Virginia's natural resources; and • to foster a love of nature and concern for its preservation.
These purposes are hereby declared to be a matter of legislative determination.
(Code 1950, § 9-65.2; 1970, c. 466; 1977, c. 597.)
Operating Budget History
| General Fund | Nongeneral Fund | Positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Appropriation | $ 4,098,118 | $ 4,766,885 | 96.00 |
| 2006 Appropriation | $ 4,604,444 | $ 4,766,885 | 97.00 |
| 2007 Appropriation | $ 5,371,950 | $ 5,008,357 | 102.00 |
| 2008 Appropriation | $ 5,500,479 | $ 5,008,357 | 102.00 |
| General Fund | Nongeneral Fund | Positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Base Budget | $ 5,500,479 | $ 5,008,357 | 102.00 |
| 2009 Addenda | $ 165,041 | $ 273,009 | 0.00 |
| 2009 Total | $ 5,665,520 | $ 5,281,366 | 102.00 |
| 2010 Base Budget | $ 5,500,479 | $ 5,008,357 | 102.00 |
| 2010 Addenda | $ 120,841 | $ 273,009 | 0.00 |
| 2010 Total | $ 5,621,320 | $ 5,281,366 | 102.00 |
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, $285,855 (GF) and $273,009 (NGF).
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Implement State Agency Risk Management and Internal Control Standards (ARMICS) RegulationsProvides funding for the implementation of State Agency Risk Management and Internal Control Standards. For 2009, $44,200 (GF).
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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 $165,014 (GF).
Capital Totals for the Biennium
| General Fund 2008-10 Biennium |
Nongeneral Fund 2008-10 Biennium |
Debt 2008-10 Biennium |
|---|---|---|
| $ 0 | $ 0 | $ 1,100,000 |
Recommended Capital Budget Addenda
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Restore exterior stuccoProvides funding for the preservation and renovation the exterior stone surfaces, grouting and window frames of the agency's main Richmond facility. This project will be funded from the issuance of bonds through the Virginia Public Building Authority. For the biennium, $1.1 million (NGF).