Governor Dave Heineman

"Nebraska United"

Our mission is to serve ALL Nebraskans

1. Conservative:  Our agenda will be conservative -- the emphasis on quality government, not on the quantity of programs.  Its is about less government and lower taxes.

2. Technology:  Technology gives us the opportunity to create Nebraska United.

3. Decentralize Operations:  The home office is too big.  In every way we can move our operations into the state to serve the people.

4. Economic Opportunity:  We seek economic opportunity for all 93 counties.  Whether a child grows up in Arthur or Omaha, it is our duty to give that child economic hope in all parts of the state.  Ask communities to join forces in this effort.

5. Consolidate our departments:  The old way of doing things isn't acceptable.  Can we join the functions of state departments to be more efficient, focused and responsive?

6. Team up:  Our departments need to team up.  Government has built silos that stagnate progress -- tear the silos down.

7. Share resources:  Ask yourself how can our departments share resources with other departments.

8. Advisory teams:  People like to be consulted and their opinion is important.  If your department does not have an advisory group, consider creating one.

9. Set goals:  Set goals for yourself and your department.

10. Evaluation:  Evaluate yourself and your department.  Know when you have met your goals and then celebrate.