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The projected increase of approximately $16,100,000 between the years FY 1982-86 is a net figure, and contains added amounts needed for utilities and rent, Museum Support Center operations, and ongoing programs. Approximately 50% of the $16,100,000 growth projected between FY 1982-86 is associated with costs for institutional utilities, and operational staff and related costs for the Marine Support Center.

Increases for ongoing programs are expected to approximate 47% of the $16,100,000, with most of the increase directed to the Astrophysical Observatory allowing for continued expansion of Mount Hopkins and Observatory research programs; the Zoo for operations and staffing associated with new facilities at Rock Creek and the Front Royal Conservation Center; the Natural History Museum to gain additional support for its scientific, educational and exhibitions programs; and the National Collection of Fine Arts for enhancement of its research and education programs. The remaining 3% is associated with an expanded Native American program for the Smithsonian requiring the potential transfer and care of a major collection now belonging to the Museum of the American Indian, located in New York City. Costs related to this undertaking are being refined and funds would be sought over the period beginning in FY 1983.

While gross funds provided from nonappropriated trust funds will increase significantly during FY 1982-86, net funds available for program support after expenses for auxiliary and bureau activities are projected to increase only slightly. The state of the nation's economy in future years, of course, may affect the Institution's trust operations. Gross and net income from unrestricted general purpose trust funds, the primary source of which are the auxiliary activities, for FY 1982 and FY 1986, is shown in the following table.