March 2010 Archives
Government:
A first-ever California Citizens Redistricting Commission will take another step forward this month. Some political experts say it is the most significant change in state government in 10 years and could begin the end to gridlock in Sacramento.
Education:
Burdened by a $625 million cut in state funding, the CSU system has been forced to halt the growth of its youngest university, CSU Channel Islands.
Economy:
In Boron, California, workers have been locked out of a mine because they haven't reached agreement with Rio Tinto, the firm that owns the mine. If the lockout continues it could ruin the town.
Government:
The head of Childrens Hospital Los Angeles welcomes the recently passed health care reform, but questions how a cash-strapped California will pay for it.
Housing:
A homeless services agency on Sunset Boulevard is not struggling financially, but still finding it hard to provide a hand up over a handout.
Government:
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors rejected an ordinance to ban "project labor agreements" that require contractors to hire only union workers on county-funded projects.
Economy:
Reductions in operating funds at Ventura City's Fire Department may lead to the closure of a fire station and result in increased response times. That, say fire officials, could lead to loss of life.
Housing:
Short sales may be the next big thing as lenders try to avoid foreclosures in the distressed real estate market. But with no set rules or standard procedures - buyers and sellers never know quite what to expect.
Education:
Last year's recovery package didn't stretch far, and this year's budget faces cuts from all sides. A school programmed for diversity may lose the means to get there.
Economy:
Could the economy get any worse? This economist says no, not in Ventura County. He's predicting 2010 will most likely be a recovery year for the county.
