In a recent KQED radio debate, I explained the merits of Governor Brown’s proposal to cut redevelopment and shift revenues to education, public safety, and healthcare. I also explored this topic in an opinion piece published recently in the Contra Costa Times.
Nearly 30 county affiliates met to discuss the Govenor’s spending plan. The forum presented an opportunity for an honest and frank discussion among county officials from across the state, all of whom have a significant stake in the details big and small in the realignment proposal.
The governor’s proposed realignment, a process of shifting responsibility for certain government programs from the state to counties, sounds appealing. However, we fear that the state will dump the responsibility for safety-net services on our doorstep without a sustainable, long-term funding plan.
During the course of budget negotiations, CSAC posts Budget Action Bulletins (BAB’s) which give an in-depth analysis on how the budget will impact counties. Our first one is up. You can learn more on CSAC’s budget news webpage and find the first BAB of the year here.
“CSAC has long advocated for a balanced approach to dealing with the significant budget deficit,” states John Tavaglione, CSAC President and Riverside County Supervisor. “The Governor’s budget proposal reflects a tangible acknowledgement that reform and revenue, along with deep cuts, must be part of the package. The question we will be working on for the [...]