U.S. Geological Survey
FY 2000 Annual Financial Report

Providing science for a changing world is the mission of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), and this FY 2000 Annual Financial Report describes how our scientific programs and accomplishments bring this mission to life. It presents some of the scientific goals, objectives, and standards by which we measure our success.

This report also presents the USGS financial position and results of operations. We are actively implementing systems and organizational changes to support the ability of the USGS to undertake integrated science. We are realigning our administrative support structure from scientific disciplines to a common Bureau focus. Our account structure has been streamlined, duties have been consolidated, and a revised management structure has been put in place to implement these changes. As we move to this new strategic model, we will not compromise our commitment to financial accountability and control.

The USGS has a proud history of good financial stewardship as evidenced by, among other accomplishments, our consecutive string of unqualified audit opinions on our financial statements. We will continue to devote the resources and management energy necessary to guarantee accountability in the financial arena.