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Idaho Geological Survey asks for stable funding as grant support for database manager runs down
Summary
The Idaho Geological Survey told the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee it needs additional state support to maintain a database manager position previously funded by grants; the agency warned losing the position would hinder core data programs and jeopardize federal match opportunities.
Kevin Campbell, Legislative Services Office analyst, presented the Idaho Geological Survey (IGS) budget and noted that IGS consistently spends its appropriations while relying heavily on personnel funding.
Claudio Berti, director and state geologist, told the committee the database manager role has been grant funded but that grant funding is ending. “This position has been with us for several years now,” Berti said. He said grant support — including abandoned mine lands funds administered by the Department of Lands — has been used to match…
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