Executive Director
Ron Bigelow

Assistant to the Director
Samantha Brouse

State Planning Coordinator
Mike Mower

Deputy Director & Chief Economist
Juliette Tennert

Financial Manager
Sandy Naegle

Governor's Office of Planning & Budget

Welcome to the Governor's Office of Planning and Budget. We provide leadership for the initiatives of the Governor and meet budgeting, planning, strategy, and issue coordination needs by providing accurate and timely data, impartial analyses, and objective recommendations. The tools and services we provide facilitate the responsible use of taxpayer's money, provide efficient public services, and empower Utah communities to protect private property rights.

We are committed to providing comprehensive and useful information, and hope that you will find what you are looking for on our site.

Budget

The Budget section provides objective budgetary analyses, reviews program plans and budget details, and prepares budget detail for the annual Governor's Budget Recommendation to the Utah State Legislature. At the conclusion of each general session, analysts summarize appropriations and monitor expenditures throughout the year.

To view budget recommendations by agency, please visit the Budget section

Demographic and Economic Analysis

The Demographic and Economic Analysis (DEA) section manages, analyzes and disseminates economic, demographic and fiscal data in order to contribute to improved planning, budgeting and policy-making in Utah state government.

Planning

The Planning section promotes quality growth through the use of interactive tools and the coordination of local, federal and state resources.

Strategic Management

The mission of the section is to facilitate the continuous improvement of state government performance. This is done by researching and implementing best practices in strategic collaboration, performance management, training, and enterprise innovations.

Contact

GOPB is located in the Utah State Capitol - Suite 150 - P.O. Box 132210 -
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-2210 - Telephone (801) 538-1027 - Fax (801) 538-1547