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University of Georgia Program Description: The Carl Vinson Institute of Government has served as a public service and outreach unit of the University of Georgia for more than 50 years. Our chief mission is to use the knowledge base of the university to improve the understanding, policy making, and administration of governments and communities, particularly in Georgia. To this end, the Vinson Institute offers an extensive program of governmental instruction, research and policy analysis, technical assistance, and publications. Collectively, Vinson Institute faculty design and conduct more than 850 programs a year in which more than 25,000 public officials participate. Technical assistance to help governments and communities improve their operations takes many forms, including helping a local government solve budget or revenue problems, evaluate its personnel classification structure, or plan for future growth. Systematic, objective research by faculty members provides policymakers with background information, facts, and ideas to use in dealing with critical issues, in such areas as the environment, revenue sharing, community development, and education. Research with wide general application is made available through the publications program.
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Southern Growth Policies Board, P.O. Box 12293, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Phone: (919) 941-5145, Fax: (919) 941-5594, Email: info@southern.org