334.6 million is for the Salary Expenses account; $58.0 million for the Construction account; $3.9 million for the Construction and Improvements, National Zoo Account; and $32.0 million for the Building Repair and Restoration account. The request for the institution's capital accounts includes funding for Repair and restoration of buildings ($32.0 million) to achieve a balance between the correction of the.
SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION SALARIES AND EXPENSES
SALARIES AND EXPENSES
For FY 1998, the estimated cost of former Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) positions now in the FERS system amounts to $9,447,000. Additional funding may be required in the future as the composition of the institution's federal workforce continues to shift from CSRS to FERS participation.
UNIT
FERS
Gas - The anticipated 3 percent rate increase is reflected in the FY 1998 estimate as well as the new one. NMAI Communications - The FY 1998 estimate includes one-time increases to cover communications needs at the National Museum of the American Indian Cultural Resource Center in Suitland, Maryland.
APPLICATION OF OPERATING RESOURCES FEDERAL
APPROPRIATIONS GENERAL TRUST
DONOR/SPONSOR DESIGNATED
GOV'T. GRANTS
34;No Ways Tired," an exhibition project scheduled for completion in 2001 will explore the relationship between African-American women and work. July 1996, the museum's community connections were highlighted by the mounting of "Footsteps from North Brentwood," ' An exhibit that explored the history of North Brentwood, Maryland — the state's.
CONTRACTS
Non-grant resources - General Trust Funds provide support for salaries and benefits of staff and general program support. Donor/Sponsor Designated funds provide support for costs associated with specific programs and projects, such as collection acquisitions, public programs and exhibitions.
FY1997 Base
Unappropriated Funds - General trust funds provide support for employee salaries and benefits and other related costs. Planet," a major exhibition on view until April 30, 1996, was funded by grants from Times Mirror Magazines, Inc., the National Science Foundation and the Pew Charitable Trust. Designated donor/sponsor funds provide support for costs associated with specific programs and projects, such as research and the purchase of scientific equipment.
Non-grant resources - General Trust Funds provide support for salaries and benefits of staff and other related costs. In FY 1997, with base funds from the institution continue to support technology efforts, including the collection information systems in the National Museum of American History, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Air and Space Museum, and the collaborative effort of the Institution's art museums. Non-grant resources - General Trust Funds provide support for salaries and benefits of staff and associated costs.
The Office of the Secretary and Provost oversees the Smithsonian Institution and maintains constant communication with the Board of Regents and its committees. Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, National Zoological Park, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, and National Museum of Natural History to support long-term studies. Panama, the Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory in Arizona, and the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center in Edgewater, Maryland.
CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENTS NATIONAL ZOOLOGICAL PARK
RENOVATION, REPAIR, AND IMPROVEMENTS
The remaining 4,160 KVA electrical distribution service is to be upgraded to the more efficient, higher capacity 13,000 KVA electrical service, and most buildings primary and secondary. Many parts of the existing utility systems, including gas, steam distribution, water supply and storm drainage, are technologically outdated and failing. The fire alarm and smoke detection systems are outdated and require upgrades and central monitoring for the safety of staff and animals.
Provision for central monitoring of animal life support systems, including water treatment, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, is essential to ensure adequate animal welfare within the constraints of a reduced workforce. As key components of building systems age, the risk of operational failure, unplanned shutdowns, and risk to animal collections and research efforts increases dramatically.
REPAIR AND RESTORATION OF BUILDINGS
In addition, it costs as much as five times more to achieve this minimum acceptable performance through "breakdown" maintenance - that is, the repair or replacement of system components in emergency situations when they fail. When a system deteriorates to the point of failure, major refurbishment or replacement is the only way to regain acceptable performance. Chart 2 shows that the National Museum of Natural History (built in 1910 with wings added to the Smithsonian's largest building in terms of floor space at 1.1 million square feet) and the Gallery of American Art and Portrait Building (built between them) are already in serious disrepair condition.
34; A total of $50 million annually for the next decade would ensure that current facilities are restored to the point of being safe and suitable for people and collections." some progress in improving the facilities' most serious deficiencies with growth of funds received in FY 1996 and FY 1997. Major work currently includes replacing windows and window walls at the National Airand Space Museum, replacing this summer's roof on the American Art and Portrait Gallery building, and continuing work of the major capital renovation at the National Museum of Natural History.
Commission on the Future of the Smithsonian Institution, economic realities have guided the Smithsonian's FY 1998 request for just $32 million.
MAJOR CAPITAL RENEWAL
Projects in this category include the complete replacement of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and the renovation or replacement of external components such as the facade, roof and windows to ensure the long-term performance and preservation of the building. By coordinating such tasks, the institution saves money and avoids repeated disruptions to activities in the building. The Smithsonian also achieves operational efficiencies by designing new building systems and components to work together.
Major capital renewal projects are phased over a number of years to achieve the most effective balance of cost savings while minimizing disruption to public programs and staff activities.
REPAIRS, RESTORATION AND CODE COMPLIANCE
The work typically includes the installation of detection systems such as smoke detectors, extinguishing systems such as sprinklers and architectural modifications to create fire zones through the installation of fire walls and doors. Access, Safety and Security Projects - The institution continues to emphasize providing greater access to its facilities for persons with disabilities, improving environmental conditions for the health and safety of visitors and staff, and correcting conditions in the facilities that threaten the security of the National Collections. Utility System Repairs - Projects in this category involve maintaining, repairing, and upgrading the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, as well as plumbing, electrical, and communications systems in the facility's facilities.
Ongoing renovations, repairs and replacement of worn equipment components are essential to ensuring reliable and energy-efficient utility operation. HVAC systems that meet programmatic growth, changes in building use, and the environmental needs of collections as they become better understood. Advanced Planning and Inspection – The Smithsonian uses funding in this category to identify and analyze long-term repair and restoration needs and to design projects for the future prior to funding applications.
The ability to identify, in advance of funding requirements, the exact requirements and costs of individual projects is key to the success of the R&D program.
CONSTRUCTION
MAJOR CONSTRUCTION
The design concept also considers the building's place within the rest of the mall, including the existing green spaces to the north and the US Botanic Garden to the east. NMAI, while incorporating current approaches to contemporary museum design - that's all. as much space as possible will be dedicated to activities that are interpretative and related to public programs. the majority of the NMAI Mall Museum's common area will be exhibition and/or educational public program spaces. The landscape of the city is designed to evoke the presence of indigenous peoples. this area by re-introducing native habitats of the region and by providing information on the natural history and traditional use of plants by indigenous peoples.
The Mall Museum will be an ideal place to present exhibitions and public programs that will showcase the diversity of indigenous cultures and culture. 101-185, the Smithsonian plans to receive two-thirds of the funds from federal sources and fund the balance through its national fundraising campaign. As of January 1997, the campaign has received cash and pledges for the $36.7 million needed to cover the unallocated portion of the project funding. This amount will be supplemented with part of the money raised. approximately $3.7 million) to complete the design in FY 1998.
MINOR CONSTRUCTION, ALTERATIONS AND MODIFICATIONS
101-185, the Smithsonian plans to receive two-thirds of the funds from federal sources and finance the balance through its national fundraising campaign.
CONSTRUCTION PLANNING
MALL
OFF-MALL
GRAND TOTAL
SPECIAL FOREIGN CURRENCY PROGRAM
Congress authorized the deposit of the reserve in interest-bearing (rupee) accounts, a plant that will help to continue the fund's viability for many years. US-India Fund for Educational, Cultural, and Scientific Cooperation - In FY 1985, Congress appropriated the equivalent of $100 million in Indian rupees owned by the State Department to establish the US-India Fund for Educational, Cultural, and Scientific Cooperation. The Smithsonian has received funds from this fund to continue programs in India similar to those administered under the Special Foreign Exchange Program, which would otherwise have ended when.
NONAPPROPRIATED RESOURCES
General trust funds also support the various activities of units such as the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, Center for FolklifePrograms and Cultural Studies, Office of Membership and Development, Smithsonian TropicalResearch Institute, VisitorInformation and Associates' Reception Center, and a variety of institutional and unit programs. In addition to supporting operations, general trust funds support the institution's scholarship and award programs and exhibitions, as detailed below. The Foundation also uses General Trust funds to make awards for its collection acquisition, educational outreach, and scholarly studies programs.
The institution supports exhibition programs with federal funds and donations from individuals, foundations and corporations as well as with its Special Exhibitions Fund (SEF). This General Trust Fund, with $1.3 million projected in FY 1997, provides additional funds for temporary and permanent exhibits proposed by Smithsonian units that, regardless of scale, are of outstanding educational value to the public. Designated Funds by Donors/Sponsors - Designated trust funds include gifts, grants and earnings on donations from individuals, foundations, organizations and corporations that specify the use of the donation or bequest.
The Freer endowment, the largest designated fund of the Institution, constitutes nearly one-fourth of the principal endowment of the Institution.
APPROPRIATION LANGUAGE AND CITATIONS
The trustees..who shall have the sole authority (i) to purchase the purchaser otherwise..the works of art for the Joseph H. Hirshhom Museum and Sculpture Garden..shall be used for the preservation, display and study of the works of art. National air and space museum. 79e provides that "There are authorized to be appropriated annually . . . such sums as are necessary for the administration of the [Canal Zone Biological Area] for the maintenance of laboratories or other facilities . . ."
20 U.S.C.§§ 53a, 76g, 76ee, 79b, 80m, 81 provide that (1) "Appropriations are authorized for the maintenance of the Astrophysical Observatory and...for repairs and alterations of the buildings and grounds occupied by the Smithsonian Institution and Dilumbstria in Columbia. S]culpture [G]arden The Smithsonian Institution shall be responsible for the construction and maintenance of laboratory and other facilities in the area provided for the use of students authorized to conduct studies within the boundaries of the area. Appropriations for the Department of the Interior and Related Agencies for fiscal year 1995 established non-annual funds for research equipment, information technology needs, and Latino programming at the Institution, may be construed as permanent or continuously available only if appropriation.
The National Zoological Park is placed under the direction of the Regents of the Smithsonian Institution, who are authorized...to administer and improve said Zoological Park for the advancement of science and the instruction and recreation of the people. can be construed as permanent or continuously available only if appropriation.
