A “Tiger Team” assembled by Governor Jim Douglas’ (R) Administration reviewed the state’s $250 million community mental health system to identify cost-saving strategies.  The team released a report recommending that community health organizations reduce salaries and rely on their collective $35 million in cash reserves in the event that state officials reduce mental health funding.  Mental health advocates said the review did not fairly present their reasons for higher salaries or cash reserves.

Full report: Mental Health "Tiger Team" Report on Designated Agencies (PDF | 281.07 KB)

Vermont Agency of Administration. (2009). Mental health "Tiger Team" report on designated agencies.