Recommendation Locator | TABLE OF CONTENTS | Chapter 1 |
INTRODUCTION |
Scope and Methodology |
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Scope |
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W.S. 28-8-107 (b) authorizes
the Legislative Service Office to conduct program evaluations, performance
audits, and analyses of policy alternatives.
Generally, the purpose of such research is to provide a base of knowledge
from which policymakers can make informed decisions. In November 1999, the
Management Audit Committee directed staff to undertake a review of the
Wyoming State Archives (WSA): Our
research centered around the following questions: ·
How is WSA
adapting its policies and services to accommodate the electronic records
environment? ·
What training
and outreach does WSA provide, and does the training reflect the changing
records environment? ·
Do WSA statutes
clearly authorize the extent of and limits to WSA’s responsibilities? ·
Is WSA fully
using its micrographics resources to contribute to the efficient and
effective management of WSA? ·
Is retention
scheduling maximizing the efficient and economical management of
non-permanent records? ·
Is WSA fully
using all resources available to the program? |
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Methodology |
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The procedures used to conduct
this review were guided by statutory requirements and professional standards
and methods for governmental audits.
Research was conducted from November 1999 to March 2000. In order to compile basic
information about the Wyoming State Archives, we reviewed relevant statutes,
statutory history, annual reports, budget documents, strategic plans,
previous studies, as well as additional internal documents. We toured WSA storage facilities, and we
also interviewed key staff members at the WSA, professional staff at the
American Heritage Center, members of the State Records Committee, and other
interested parties. |
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C.
Acknowledgments |
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