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Updated: January 6, 2009 UH M ĀNOA BUDGET UPDATE – Frequently Asked Questions What is the budget situation for the University of Hawai‘i at M ānoa for the current Fiscal Year? In the FY 2009 supplemental budget, the Legislature imposed a $4.5M reduction for the University System. M ānoa’s share of this reduction is $2.5M. In addition, a reduction for vacant UH M ānoa positions of $800K was also taken. Effective July 1, 2008, the Governor imposed a $4M restriction on discretionary general funds for the UH System. M ānoa’s share of the restriction is $2.3M for a combined total reduction for the FY of $5.6M. This equated to two percent (2%) of the UH M ānoa units’ total general/TSF allocation base. The reduction was assessed evenly across all campus units and each Dean was responsible for implementing the budget restriction within their unit’s existing operating budget. Given the current state of the economy, we are uncertain if there will be further restrictions imposed for this year’s operating budget. Given the current economic slowdown, what measures is M ānoa taking to prepare for the potential of additional budget restrictions either this fiscal year or in the upcoming biennium? The Governor has cautioned all State Departments about the need for sound management and fiscal prudence in addressing expenditures during these uncertain budgetary times. In addition, she has placed a hiring freeze on all State Civil Service ...