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Through Programs in Perspective, Bonneville has established a history of broad- 

 based, regional, public participation. The process draws together all of 

 Bonneville's planning processes into a single package of program descriptions 

 and budgets. These discussions contribute significantly to our final program 

 decisions. The budget which was submitted to the Congress reflects input from 

 this regional process. It is a proven link involving over 500 regional parties. It 

 has been a model program for others in both the U.S. and Canada. 



The dialogue borne through Programs In Perspective will also assist in defining 

 a new long-term goal of our highest priority-competitiveness. 



COMPETITIVENESS 



There is an immediate need to cut our programs given the fiscal crisis we face. 

 But, we have also embarked on a new longer-term program to Improve 

 Bonneville's competitiveness. Our plan is to become more market-driven, 

 customer-focused, cost-conscious, and results-oriented. While recognizing our 

 unique social responsibilities, as a Federal agency, we will apply sound 

 business principles to good government. 



To achieve this, we are first looking at ways to become more efficient. We will 

 seek out greater efficiencies in existing processes and programs. We will look 

 for added value from new products and services. And, we are eliminating 

 activities no longer needed. 



