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July 23, 2008
Budget Update, Action Needed
I. Proposition 1A Borrowing Becoming a Greater Possibility
Recently, you may have read in your local paper, rumors regarding the potential borrowing of property taxes under Proposition 1A, which was passed by the voters in 2004. You will recall that we previously worked very hard to secure the exemption in 2004 for independent special district libraries and so called "ERAF Orphan" (or county dependent) Libraries.
As of this writing, the Democratic leaders in the Senate and the Assembly say that they have no plans for borrowing property taxes, as allowed under Proposition 1A to help balance the state budget. Instead Democrats point to the Budget, as adopted by the Budget Conference Committee, which calls for additional revenues in excess of $8 billion dollars. A portion of the funds would be used to provide a modest 2.4% cost of living adjustment for schools and restore some health and human services reductions made by the Governor. The remainder of the new revenues would replace the Governor's so-called lottery "securitization" fund proposal and the accrual of August and September 2009 tax receipts that would be counted in the 2008-09 budget year ending June 30th. The latter approach by the Governor is being referred by some as a "gimmick."
However, Republicans in both houses have generally objected to any tax increases, and therein lies the dilemma. Both parties have expressed their desire to wrap up the legislative session by August 22 in order for the Democrats to attend the National Democratic Convention, and the Republican Convention follows shortly thereafter. A likely scenario is that the Legislature will resort to a number of compromises, one of which could involve borrowing property taxes under Proposition 1A, even though it is only a short-term budget fix, as the money must be repaid to local governments, with interest, within three years.
II. Where Can You Find $8 or $9 Billion Dollars?
As mentioned above, the Budget Conference Committee proposal, adopted on a 4 to 2 vote, with Republican conferees, Senator Bob Dutton, and Assemblyman Roger Niello voting "no," relies on $8.2 billion in revenues for the 2008-09 revenue year, which include reinstating the 10% and 11% income tax brackets. Democrats also propose suspending the net operating loss carryover for businesses for three years, suspending the indexing of income taxes for one year, etc. If an agreement cannot be reached on these tax increases or "revenue enhancements," where might the legislature find some alternatives?
One proposal that has been floated around, that could be permanent, would be the Legislative Analyst's alternative to "securitizing" the lottery based on current lottery sales which could generate approximately $2.6 billion, and "securitizing" a portion of redevelopment agency funds generating about $2 billion. (Short explanation: In exchange for extending current RDA laws about to expire, RDA's would shift a certain portion of property taxes to schools, thereby relieving the State General Fund of this obligation, and the funds would then be "securitized," i.e. a lump sum payment from Wall Street to be paid back over a number of years). The Governor's accrual method, mentioned above, of counting August and September revenues in June would raise another $2.1 billion. Then, there is borrowing from various sources. Proposition 1A only allows the state to borrow up to 8% of total property taxes, which would be in the neighborhood of $1.8-$1.9 billion. Borrowing from Proposition 42, the gas tax initiative passed by the voters in 2006, could generate another $1 billion or so. One of the considerations for the above options is that the funds generated would not be considered "proceeds of taxes," which unlike the tax increases under the Conference Committee proposal, would not require close to 50% of all new revenues being dedicated to K-14 education under the requirements of Prop 98, the school funding guarantee. As one policy wonk mused, some or all of these options could be used for a "get out of town budget."
III. Contact Your Legislators, Urge an Exemption For Public Libraries
On the possibility that the Legislature may ultimately opt to borrow property taxes, we have been meeting with key legislative staff, explaining that the impact that any sort of borrowing from libraries, particularly libraries largely dependent upon property taxes, would produce significant adverse consequences. We have also provided them with the language that exempted police, fire and property tax dependent libraries from the so called "take away" in 2004.
We need your help to ensure that libraries are exempted if the legislature elects to borrow property taxes via Proposition 1A. We urge you to take a moment and write to your individual Legislators as well as the "Big Four" leaders listed below and request an exemption for libraries from any Proposition 1A shift. It is important to mention in your letters the impact any borrowing would have on your library, especially if you have limited options for replacing the lost revenues, i.e. difficulty borrowing etc. Also, we recommend that you mention the Budget reductions your library has suffered as a result of the cuts to the PLF and TBR in recent years.
The leaders are:
The Honorable Don Perata
Senate President Pro Tem
State Capitol, Room 205
Sacramento, CA 95814
The Honorable Dave Cogdill
Senate Minority Leader
State Capitol, Room 3048
Sacramento, CA 95814
The Honorable Karen Bass
Speaker of the Assembly
State Capitol, Room 219
Sacramento, CA 95814
The Honorable Mike Villines
Assembly Minority Leader
State Capitol, Room 3104
Sacramento, CA 95814
Submitted by Mike and Christina Dillon, Lobbyists
Posted by claadmin at 12:04 PM
July 22, 2008
Retired Library Director Passes Away
Don Fuller passed away on July 18, 2008. He retired in 1986 as Director of the Santa Clara City Library and prior to that served as the Assistant County Librarian for the Santa Clara County Library. For a number of years, Don volunteered as a librarian and board member with The PlaneTree Health Library in Los Gatos.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 2, at 11:00 am at the Unitarian Church of San Jose, 160 N. 3rd Street, San Jose. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the following organizations. Please note Don Fuller’s name and your contact information if you would like to receive an acknowledgement.
The PlaneTree Health Library
15891 Los Gatos-Almaden Road
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Kaiser Santa Clara Hospice
Attn. Ken Watkins
10080 N. Wolf Road, Suite SW-160
Cupertino, CA 95014
Posted by claadmin at 11:25 AM
July 17, 2008
Members To Vote on Revised Bylaws During Upcoming Election
The upcoming CLA election will include a vote on revised bylaws for CLA. There has been a great deal of discussion already, but we wanted members to see the proposed bylaws before we launch voting. We have prepared some questions and answers about these changes, as well.
The election will begin in mid-August, and members will have 30 days to vote. Members eligible to vote were informed about the possibility of requesting a paper ballot through a postcard that went out in the last few weeks.
Please let the office know if you have any questions about these bylaw changes, or the election.
- Proposed Bylaws (92k)
- Bylaws Q&A (19k)
Posted by claadmin at 3:44 PM
July 10, 2008
2008 CLA Election Slate Announced
The 2008 CLA Nominations Committee has announced the preliminary slate of candidates for the 2008-09 CLA election. Electronic voting will occur in mid-August, and winners will take office in November, following the annual conference. Members will have the option of requesting a paper ballot. All voting members of CLA will have an opportunity to vote for CLA officers and Assembly representatives elected at-large. Section members will also be able to vote for section officers and section representatives to the Assembly. Sections that do not submit candidates for the ballot will conduct special elections after the conference.
Individuals may be added to the ballot by petition. Properly completed petitions must be submitted to the Executive Director, Sue Negreen, CAE, within 25 days of publication of this report. Nominations for vice president/president elect require the signature of 2 percent of the voting members of CLA (54 signatures are needed). Nominations by petition for Assembly-at-large positions require 25 signatures of voting members of the association.
This year's ballot will also include proposed revisions to the CLA Bylaws. Your voice in the association is important. Watch for your ballot, and vote!
Preliminary Election Slate 2008-09
Candidates for Vice President/President Elect
Susan R. Gallinger, Director of Library Services, Livermore Public Library
Dr Ken Haycock, Director, San Jose School of Library and Information Science, San Jose State University
Candidates for ALA Chapter Councilor
Xiaoli Li, Head of Serials Department, Shield Library, UC Davis
Les Kong, Head, Public Services, CSU San Bernardino
Candidates for Assembly Members-at-Large
(Six positions to be filled)
Sigrid Hudson, Children's Services Supervisor, City of Commerce Public Library
Heather Pizzuto, Director, Carlsbad City Library
WenWen Zhang, Community Library Manager, Hacienda Heights Library, County of Los Angeles Public Library
Loretta McKinney, Director of Library Services, Murrieta Public Library
Laura Einstadter, Amador County Librarian, Amador County Library
Gail Haar, Director of County Library Services, Marin County Free Library
Darla Gunning, Technical Services Manager, California State Library
Hillary Theyer, Senior Librarian, Torrance Public Library
Fannie Love, Assistant Regional Administrator, North Region-County of Los Angeles Public Library
Greg Mullen, Director, Santa Monica Public Library
Donna Corbeil, Director of Library Services, Berkeley Public Library
Section Elections
Academic Section
Candidates for Vice President/President Elect
Sandy Vella, Head Library Instruction Services, UC Davis
Candidate needed
Candidate for Secretary
Roxane BenVau, Media Librarian, Grossmont College
Candidates for Assembly Representative
Virginia (Ginny) Evans-Perry, Public Services Librarian, San Bernardino Valley College
Candidate needed
Access, Collections & Technical Services Section
Candidates for Vice President/President Elect
Mary Cohen, Technical Services Dept. Head, Palo Verdes Library District
Peter Nguyen, Librarian, Daly City Library
Candidate for Secretary
Bie-Hwa Chen Ma, Chinese Language Electronic Resources Cataloging Librarian, Shared Cataloging Program Unit, University of California, San Diego
Children & Young Adult Services Section
Candidate for President (to fill unexpired term)
Pat Downs, Youth Services Manager, San Diego County Library
Marisa Perley, Young Readers Assistant Manager, Palos Verdes Library District
Candidates for Vice President/President Elect
Candidate needed
Candidate needed
Candidate for Secretary
Allyson Goodwin, Library Assistant, Children's Services, Carlsbad City Library
Information Technology Section
Candidates for Vice President/President Elect
Monica M. Schultz, IT Director, Peninsula Library System
Candidate needed
Candidate for Secretary
Mark Lager, Library Technology Manager, Ventura County Library
B.J. Combs, Families First
Literacy Services Section
Candidates for Vice President/President Elect
Alan Archer, Literacy Coordinator, Nevada County Library
Candidate needed
Candidate for Secretary
Valerie Hardie, Literacy Program Administrator, San Diego Public Library-READ/San Diego
Management Services Section
Candidates for Vice President/President Elect
Hilary Keith, Library Director, Santa Fe Springs Public Library
Paula Weiner, City Librarian, Torrance Public Library
Candidate for Secretary
Kathleen M. Wade, Regional Services Manager, North Region, Orange County Public Libraries
Candidates for Assembly Representative
Stephanie Beverage, Regional Services Manager, Orange County Public Library
Candidate needed
Public Library Section
Candidates for Vice President/President Elect
Cornelia van Aken, Assistant Director, Palo Alto City Library
Candidate needed
Candidate for Secretary
Candidate needed
Candidates for Assembly Representative
Barbara Flynn, Deputy Director, San Diego County Library
Candidate needed
Reference Services Section
Candidates for Vice President/President Elect
Candidate needed
Candidate needed
Candidate for Secretary
Candidate needed
Posted by claadmin at 11:02 AM
July 9, 2008
News from the Capitol
Budget Conference Committee Wraps Up - What's Next?
Last night the six member Budget Conference Committee wrapped up it's deliberations on the budget. After discussing the several thousand items in the five hundred page budget document for many weeks, all that was left for the committee to do was bring revenues in line with expenditures. The budget was out of balance by more than $8 billion as a result of the Budget subcommittees restoring some of the "draconian" cuts made by the Governor, a bipartisan rejection of the Governor's proposal to "accrue" several billion dollars from the 2009-10 fiscal year into the 2008-09 fiscal year, as well as rejecting the Governor's proposal to "securitize the lottery," which would have provided $5.1 billion in the Budget Year. As the Conference Committee was about to conclude, the Democrats on the committee proposed a plan to generate $8.2 billion in revenues for the 2008-09 revenue year, which included reinstating the 10% and 11% income tax brackets. The Democrats reminded the Republicans that these actions were taken by Governor Reagan in the 1970's and Governor Wilson in the 1990's on a temporary basis (this increase would be permanent.) They also propose suspending the net operating loss carryover for businesses for three years, suspending the indexing of income taxes for one year, etc. The package was adopted with the four Democrats voting aye and the two Republicans voting no. Conference Committee Member Roger Niello commented that there would be no Republican votes for the package and noted "this puts us back to square one."
What happens next is anyone's guess. Earlier today, Senate President Pro Tem Don Perata and Speaker of the Assembly Karen Bass held a press conference to talk about the Conference Committee's actions and the tax increase package. Senator Perata said that the Democratic leaders would work hard during the next seven to ten days with their Republican colleagues with the hope of developing a proposal that could be brought up for a vote before August 1st. Senator Perata stated that if an agreement could not be reached "one way or another a vote would be taken by August 1st." He challenged the Republicans, as did Conference Committee Member Assemblyman John Laird last evening, that if the Republicans were to insist on cuts only, they would need to put the cuts on the table to show where they would be made. Stated Senator Perata: "Saying no is not an option, we are elected to do a job." In the meantime, representatives from the state Controller's office informed a group of us lobbyists at a meeting yesterday that the state was quickly running out of cash and would soon need to resort to borrowing, likely at high rates, because of California's terrible credit rating. In fact, California ranks 49th out of the 50 states in terms of it's credit rating, second only to Louisiana.
Library Construction Bond Bill Sent to Assembly Appropriations "Suspense File" Due To Cost.
This morning Senator Joe Simitian presented his SB 1516, a $4 billion library construction and renovation General Obligation Bond, before the members of the Assembly Appropriations Committee. As you will recall from our previous memos, the Assembly Appropriations Committee evaluates all bills with fiscal implications, and places any bill with a dollar amount in excess of $150,000 on its so-called "suspense file." In early August, the Assembly Appropriations Committee, along with legislative leadership, will prioritize the bills on "suspense" and will choose to send them forward to the Floor for a vote, or hold them in committee - rendering them dead for the year. Due to its $4 billion price tag, SB 1516 was sent to the Assembly Appropriations suspense file this morning.
During his presentation before the committee, Senator Simitian noted that SB 1516 calls for placing a library bond on the November 2010 ballot, which would allow for the state's finances to improve and would give the library community sufficient time to mount a corresponding campaign. The Senator was responding to the committee's fiscal analysis of the bill which stated, "Assuming the $4 billion in bonds are sold at an average interest rate of 5.25% and retired over 30 years, debt service costs for principal and interest would total about $8 billion or $267.7 million annually." The analysis further goes on to ask: "Should the legislature authorize a G.O. bond to be placed on the ballot in 2010 given the state's current fiscal crisis?" The consultant then delineates the financial commitment that the state has made in authorizing $85 billion in bonds since 2000. She adds, "The increase in bond financing has led to a sharp increase in the amount of spending on infrastructure debt service. Specifically, total infrastructure debt service has doubled over the past decade, from $2.5 billion in 1998-99 to $5.2 billion in 2008-09. These costs will continue to rise as additional bonds are sold to fund the November 2006 G.O. bond package and the AB 900 (Solorio) lease-revenue prison construction bond package."
CLA argued that while the bond measure is slated for the November 2010 ballot, if it were passed by the voters, it would also require that library bond board members be appointed, and regulations be developed before any bonds can be sold. In addition, we added that, as was the case with past agreements between the Department of Finance and previous bond authors, the bonds would likely be sold in phases, so as to minimize the impact on the General Fund.
Also present in support of the measure were the lobbyists for the city of Burbank, cities in Marin County, and the California Federation of Teachers. Assemblyman Mark Leno, Chairman of the Appropriations Committee then asked the representative from the Department of Finance to comment. The Governor's representative stated, "We have nothing but respect for libraries. But given the state's fiscal condition...the bill would cost $230 million a year in General Fund debt service." Chairman Leno then asked, "Is the Governor planning any more bonds?" to which Finance responded, "I don't know at this time."
With SB 1516-Simitian currently in suspense, we have been making necessary contacts with legislative leadership. The only chance the bond will have of being released from suspense and sent to the Assembly Floor for a vote at this point in the session, is if there is agreement from legislative leaders and the Governor regarding an overall bond package. In our letter to the Governor, CLA highlights the fact that not only will SB 1516 provide much needed library infrastructure to communities, but it will also stimulate the economy by placing numerous construction jobs into the pipeline throughout the state.
You are encouraged to continue writing the legislative leaders (see July 7 memo for instructions) to ask for their support of SB 1516.
Posted by claadmin at 4:48 PM
July 7, 2008
Budget Conference Committee Acts on Library Issues
Last Thursday afternoon, the Budget Conference Committee, co-Chaired by Senator Denise Ducheny and Assemblyman John Laird, convened to close out a series of non-controversial Budget items before departing for the July 4th holiday. Among those items revisited by the six-member Conference Committee was funding for the Public Library Foundation and Transaction Based Reimbursement.
You may recall from our memo last week, that the Governor, in his January version of the State Budget, suggested a ten percent across-the-board cut to several State Library programs. Specifically, these programs proposed for reduction are the: 1) Public Library Foundation, 2) Transaction Based Reimbursement, 3) Civil Liberties Education, 4) California Newspaper Project, and 5) English Acquisition/Literacy Program. The Conference Committee has been attempting to reconcile whether they should adopt the so-called "Senate Version" of the Budget, which recommends adoption of the ten percent cut to the library programs or the "Assembly Version" which rejects the ten percent reductions. The first time the Budget conferees discussed the library items several weeks ago, they decided to leave the issues "open" as there was not any agreement between the two houses.
However, on Thursday afternoon, the Conference Committee decided on a compromise. Senator Denise Ducheny presented the open library issues and said, "There has been some talk about restoring [the 10% cut to the PLF and TBR.] This is so hard. My thought is a restoration of each at 5%." Assemblyman Laird said, "I would agree to the 5%." Senator Ducheny concurred, "Let's do 5% for all." The action taken by the Conference Committee will reduce the proposed $3,450,000 cuts to the 5 aforementioned programs, including the PLF and TBR, by half or approximately $1,725,000. Thus, instead of the Conferees agreeing to a 10 percent across-the-board reduction (totaling $3,450,000), they have approved a modest restoration, and will suggest cutting the programs by 5 percent or ($1,725,000). The motion passed on a vote of 4 "ayes" to 2 "noes." with the two Republicans (Niello and Dutton) voting against the partial restoration.
You will recall that the Governor's January Budget suggested that the PLF be reduced 10 percent or $1.4 million and the TBR be reduced 10 percent or $1.4 million. As a result of the action of the conferees, these two programs are proposed to be reduced by the Conference Committee by approximately $700,000 each.
While Thursday's action was certainly encouraging for public libraries, during this difficult and unprecedented Budget year, it should be noted that Budget negotiations are far from over. Even if the 5% reduction to the library programs holds, the Governor would still have the authority to "blue pencil," or make further reductions to, the library programs when he signs the Budget.
The Conference Committee has not convened since last Thursday, and they remain "on call of the Chair."
Submitted by Mike and Christina Dillon, CLA Lobbyists
Posted by claadmin at 3:05 PM
July 2, 2008
News From the Capitol
I. ASSEMBLY EDUCATION COMMITTEE APPROVES LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION BOND MEASURE
Two weeks ago the Assembly Education Committee took testimony, but no actual vote, on SB 1516 by Senator Joe Simitian. SB 1516 is a $4 billion library construction and renovation bond measure sponsored by the California Library Association. If passed by the legislature and signed by the Governor, SB 1516 would appear on the November 2010 ballot. During the hearing on the measure, several of the committee members made positive comments about public libraries, with Chairman Assemblyman Gene Mullin noting that the state was not keeping pace with the overall infrastructure needs of libraries. CLA testified as the bill's sponsor, and joining in support was the California Federation of Teachers. CLA's testimony highlighted the concept of libraries being "the great equalizer" wherein all patrons, from all walks of life have access to important library services and programs. Assembly Education Committee member Assemblywoman Karnette said, "I am so glad you mentioned that. During these difficult financial times, libraries are an important place for people [when resources are limited]." Assemblyman Joe Coto, a member of the Assembly Education Committee, said, "I would like to compliment the author for bringing this bill forward." Four members of the committee asked to be added to the measure as co-authors: Assemblywoman Julia Brownley, Assemblyman Joe Coto, Assemblywoman Betty Karnette, and Assemblyman Jose Solorio.
The measure was then sent to the Assembly Education Committee's so-called "suspense file." You may recall that the fiscal committees in each house - the Assembly Appropriations Committee and the Senate Appropriations Committee - are the committees that typically institute a "suspense file." The "suspense file" is a way in which the committee can prioritize measures with cost estimates of $150,000 or higher and then decide, weeks later, to pass the measure on to their respective Floors, or to hold the bill in committee, rendering it dead for the year. This year the Assembly and Senate Education Committees have also created their own version of the "suspense file." Last week, during a hearing lasting well past 8 p.m., the Assembly Education Committee passed SB 1516-Simitian off of suspense on a straight party-line vote of 8 "ayes" to 3 "noes." (Democrats voting "aye" were Chair Gene Mullin, Julia Brownley, Joe Coto, Mike Eng, Loni Hancock, Betty Karnette, Curren Price, and Jose Solorio. Republicans voting "no" were Vice Chair Martin Garrick, Bob Huff, and Dr. Alan Nakanishi). SB 1516 will now head to the Assembly Appropriations Committee for consideration. No date has been set for the hearing as of this writing.
It is important to note that if a single bond or a comprehensive General Obligation bond package is to go forward this year, an agreement will need to be reached by legislative leadership. Thus, it is critical that CLA members contact the Chair and Vice Chair of the Assembly Appropriations Committee and the four legislative leaders and the Governor. (In a June 22 article regarding bonds in the Sacramento Bee, the piece notes: "The governor said he is working on an economic stimulus package, that, among other things, would expedite infrastructure bond funding ‘so that we can get those billions of dollars pumped into the economy.'")
Please take a moment today to contact the following individuals and request their support of SB 1516 by Senator Joe Simitian.
The Honorable Mark Leno
Chair, Assembly Appropriations Committee
State Capitol
Sacramento, CA. 95814
The Honorable Mimi Walters
Vice Chair, Assembly Appropriations Committee
State Capitol
Sacramento, CA 95814
The Honorable Arnold Schwarzenegger
Governor, State of California
State Capitol
Sacramento, CA 95814
The Honorable Don Perata
Senate President pro Tempore
State Capitol
Sacramento, CA 95814
The Honorable Karen Bass
Speaker of the California Assembly
State Capitol
Sacramento, CA 95814
The Honorable Dave Cogdill
Senate Republican Leader
State Capitol
Sacramento, CA 95814
The Honorable Mike Villines
Assembly Republican Leader
State Capitol
Sacramento, CA 95814
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Posted by claadmin at 12:39 PM
June 23, 2008
From the President: What Are You Doing Friday Night?
Because play before work is never a bad idea, I wanted to be sure that all you know you are invited to attend a small reception in Anaheim on Friday, June 27, 5-7 pm, at the Anaheim Marriott, 700 West Convention Way. State Librarian Susan Hildreth and I hope that you will stop in the bar to meet, greet, and mingle...and gear up for a great conference!
No RSVP needed - we'll see you there. And because this is not an "official" event, if you are in the Anaheim area, please drop in...even if it's after work!
Posted by Monique le Conge, 2008 CLA President at 5:22 PM
2008 CLA Election is Delayed
We wanted to let members know the CLA election for 2008 is running behind schedule. As soon as the slate is complete, we will announce it and give members an opportunity to petition for inclusion on the ballot. Thirty days later, voting will begin. We hope that we will be able to announce the slate shortly.
In the meantime, if you have questions about the election, please feel free to contact Margaret Todd, Chair of the Committee at mdtodd@library.lacounty.gov, or contact Sue Negreen, CLA Executive Director at snegreen@cla-net.org.
Posted by claadmin at 4:37 PM
California State Library announces California Civil Liberties Public Education Program Grant Recipients
State Librarian of California Susan Hildreth has announced the 2007-2008 grant recipients for the California State Library's California Civil Liberties Public Education Program (CCLPEP). The announcement came following the CCLPEP advisory committee meeting in May.
CCLPEP received 66 grant proposals totaling almost $2.8 million, with $500,000 available for distribution. Thirty proposals were selected for grant awards. Winning grant projects include a study that will provide recommendations to the California Department of Education Curriculum Commission for their upcoming history-social science curriculum revision, as well as documentary films, an original musical recording, books and research, web sites, oral histories, art and photography exhibits, and a variety of educational projects.
CCLPEP is the outgrowth of the 1998 California Civil Liberties Public Education Act, an initiative Assembly Member Mike Honda sponsored. The purpose of the Act was to provide funding for public education activities and educational materials surrounding the internment of Japanese Americans and permanent resident aliens of Japanese ancestry, with the intent being to illuminate and create understanding of the causes and circumstances of the internment and similar events. Susan Hildreth said, "Each year's CCLPEP projects have fulfilled the original purpose of the Act very well, and the 2007-2008 projects add much to that body of work."
The FY 2007-2008 CCLPEP grantees and their projects are available online at http://cla-net.org/included/docs/2008GrantRecipients.pdf.
For more information about the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, please contact Linda Springer or Christopher Berger at (916) 653-5217 or cclpep@library.ca.gov.
Posted by claadmin at 1:56 PM