It will be the basis for anniversary increases given in the next fiscal year and for performance pay increases on July 1, 2002. We are ready to move forward and we will continue to test and refine the pay component in preparation for the performance payouts. This year has also given us the opportunity to see how well the rule making process works. It is gratifying to see the process achieve the goal of keeping stakeholders informed and providing them the chance to voice their concerns. Employees voices were heard and changes were made as we adopted the pay for performance system.
Training is mandatory for all supervisors.
Training programs to prepare you and your supervisors for the transition to the pay for performance system have been or will be developed by my staff and training staff in your agencies. In the following months, we will make numerous efforts to train all employees so that you will be well aware of what is expected of you and what to expect from this new system. We will make every effort to keep you informed. As you can see, the upcoming year will be filled with many changes. I believe our efforts will benefit all classified state employees and the public at large.