Commission will focus on continual improvement making government more effective, more efficient, and more accountable to the public

Madison – Governor Scott Walker issued Executive Order #179 yesterday creating the Governor’s Commission on Government Reform, Efficiency, and Performance.

“State government is constantly changing, and so are the needs of our taxpayers,” Governor Walker said. “Government programs and services should be continually reviewed and adjusted in order to make sure they are meeting the needs of the people and to maximize their performance. One of our top priorities is modernizing state government services to be more effective, more efficient, and more accountable to the public. The Commission on Government Reform, Efficiency, and Performance will focus on evaluating innovative solutions to ensure government continues to perform well and at a good value.”

The Governor’s Commission on Government Reform, Efficiency, and Performance will explore methods to reduce government spending, reduce service duplication, eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse in government, and look for better ways to operate state government that increases efficiency and reduces the burden on taxpayers. Wisconsin residents are also able to submit suggestions to the commission for consideration on the website.

“I look forward to co-chairing the Governor’s Commission on Government Reform, Efficiency, and Performance,” John Shiely said. “I will use my experience to bring a common sense view to reforming government. My hope is through our efforts we can improve government services, make government more efficient, and save costs for state taxpayers.”

Appointed to the commission are:

The commission will be co-chaired by the Secretary of the Department of Administration and a member of the private sector with executive experience. A copy of Executive Order #179 is attached. The web page for the commission can be found on the Governor’s website here.