Assistance

Tax/Revenue Analysis

A local government can identify double taxation with the help of a comprehensive analysis of intergovernmental agreements, services, revenues, and expenditures.

Government Consolidation and Structure

Local governments and consolidation commissions can receive assistance in learning more about the consolidation process in general and how a full governmental consolidation would affect their community.

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Service Delivery and Equity

Detailed examinations of service provision, intergovernmental relationships, and funding mechanisms can assist local governments in crafting service delivery arrangements that accomplish greater tax equity.

Annexation

Through a detailed, objective study, a local government can gain valuable insight into the fiscal and service delivery impacts of adjusting its boundaries by annexing a specific area.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology

From parcel mapping to road centerline data creation, GIS technologies provide local governments with powerful tools for improving efficiency and access to information.

Human Resource Management

Governments can better recruit and retain a high-quality workforce through the use of classification and compensation reviews, promotional testing assistance, and executive searches.

Environmental Policy

Local governments can get customized assistance on environmental concerns ranging from water conservation to solid waste management.

Departmental Reviews

A comprehensive review of a local government department's organization and operations can help officials and administrators ensure that it is serving citizens at an optimum level.

Performance Measurement

Local officials wanting a constructive information tool that helps them manage their governments at maximum efficiency turn to the Vinson Institute for performance measurement assistance.

Financial Planning and Budgetary Reviews

Budget analysis, long-term financial planning, and assessments of potential financing options give local governments a better understanding of the considerations involved in completing projects and meeting fiscal obligations.

Incorporation

Local government officials and leaders can better understand the fiscal, legal, and demographic implications of creating a new government by having a study conducted by experienced Institute faculty.

Economic Modeling

Local leaders can anticipate the economic impacts of proposed policies through customized economic forecasts.

Survey Research

Citizen surveys, focus groups, program evaluation, and other survey services can help guide policymakers with useful and objective information.

Demographic Trends

Analysis of a community’s current population and forecasts for future growth enable leaders to make more informed decisions. Governments can also compare results with census data.