AGENCY: Governor's Office of Planning and Budget

SERIES: 10298
TITLE: Science advisor records
DATES: 1982-
ARRANGEMENT: Alphabetical by subject

DESCRIPTION: These records document the duties and role of the State Science Advisor in Utah's government. The Science Advisor is appointed under UCA 9-2-506, and also acts as a non-voting member of the State Advisory Council on Science and Technology. The Advisor acts as the executive secretary of the Council and carries out those duties the Council may assign and informs the Governor about the possible effects that the presence of chemicals may have on the people and the environment of Utah. These may be in the form of chemical tailings from industrial sites, chemical weapons, and the transport of weapons across the state. The Advisor also keeps the Governor informed about advances in scientific technology and the possible effects and benefits these may have on Utah. Information includes the Advisor's findings and recommendations to the Governor. The Science Advisor's records also include reports from the Advisory Council on Science and Technology and the Governor's Medal for Science and Technology. These reports are ongoing and are used to give advice to the Governor, Legislature, and any others with an interest in the scientific data detailed in the reports.

RETENTION

Permanent. Retain for 6 year(s)

DISPOSITION

Transfer to Archives.

RETENTION AND DISPOSITION AUTHORIZATION

Retention and disposition for this series were specifically approved by the State Records Committee.

APPROVED: 11/1999

FORMAT MANAGEMENT

Paper: Retain in Office for 4 years and then transfer to State Records Center. Retain in State Records Center for 2 years and then transfer to State Archives with authority to weed.

APPRAISAL

Historical

This disposition is based on evidentiary value of these files. They document the issues addressed by the Science Advisor and the State Advisory Council on Science and Technology.

PRIMARY DESIGNATION

Public

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