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Gov. Brown Proposes Rosier Budget, More Spending
Riding a wave of new tax revenue, Gov. Jerry Brown is proposing a state spending plan that eliminates the massive deficits of recent years and provides nearly $5 billion more in spending over the previous year.
Oakland’s Mayor Wants Pension Issues Worked Out At Negotiating Table
Oakland Mayor Jean Quan said she wants to get concessions on public employee pension changes at the bargaining table rather than at the ballot.
Gov. Brown Looks To Dump Controversial State Board
As part of his revised budget, Gov. Jerry Brown will propose eliminating a state board that has been criticized for providing a highly-paid landing spot for termed-out lawmakers looking for work.
Senator Boxer Blasts Republicans Over Proposed Budget
U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer took House Republicans to task on Wednesday over their proposed budget plan.
Pink Slips Handed Out To Thousands Of California Teachers
School districts in California have issued nearly 19,000 layoff notices so far to teachers amid uncertainty over the state budget, the California Teachers Association estimated Tuesday.
California Mayors Fight For Redevelopment Agencies
Mayors from across the state are offering Governor Jerry Brown a new plan, all in an effort to save redevelopment agencies.
Gov. Brown’s Plan To Transfer State Prisoners Under Attack
San Mateo County already houses more than 1,000 inmates in facilities meant for just 834. Under the governor’s plan, the county could be forced to house 40% more by year’s end, something Munks described as a potential crisis.
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