Key findings from the current survey: (1) Most Californians say charter schools are an important option for parents in low-income areas--but many express concern that charters divert funding from traditional public schools; (2) More than half of residents across regions say teacher salaries in their community are too low; and (3) Majorities…

There are three areas in which federal grant outlays to California could be affected by reduced local spending brought about by the pasage of Proposition 13. The biggest impact on federal outlays probably will result from matching and maintenance of effort requirements in federal assistance programs. Both base federal aid on the amount of the…

A financial survey views the net effect of California's Proposition 13 as effectively lowering financial support of libraries 25 percent. After three years, this reduction in income has resulted in a 22 percent drop in the number of library outlets, a 23 percent reduction in operating hours, and an 18 percent loss in library staffing. Funds for…

Based on five individual case studies conducted in the summer and fall of 1978, this paper attempts to provide an initial indication of the severity of impact of Proposition 13 and Senate Bill (SB) 154 on five school districts in San Francisco, California. It also identifies where districts made budgetary changes from the previous year and briefly…

Examines the fiscal impact of Proposition 13 on the community services component of the California community colleges. Illustrates budget cutbacks, the increased imposition of fees, and the resultant decline in community services participation. Explores the possibility of increased state support as a corrective measure. (JP)

To assess the impact of California's Proposition 13 on the state's schools, the author examines the factors leading to the initiative, analyzes Proposition 13 itself, explores the initial legislative response, and estimates the short- and long-term impact on governmental and educational agencies. His analysis shows the roots of the Proposition 13…

Currently, 237 of California's 383 unified and high school districts and 66 of its 71 community college districts are authorized to offer adult and noncredit education. Each year, 7 percent of Californians enroll in adult or noncredit courses. They are the most diverse of any students in the state. In 1981, the Legislature established 10…

A survey by the Los Angeles Times indicated that only 18% of the 64% of the Californians who voted for Proposition 13 did so with the hope that expenditures for education would be reduced. However, because financial support for both kindergarten through twelfth grades and community colleges have come largely from local sources, these two segments…

This paper, number 18 in a series, chronicles the politics of school finance reform in the state of California from the mid-sixties to the passage of Proposition 13. It provides a description of the school finance setting prior to the consideration of Assembly Bill 65, including such events as the Serrano I and II decisions and the state…

This paper describes some of the important changes that have occurred in California community colleges since Proposition 13 was enacted in 1978, in hopes to assist Arizona state leaders as they consider possible reductions on local property tax support for community colleges. Included is an historical overview, an official mission description of…

Simulation of the effects of five selected fiscal constraint programs was compared. The authors conclude that fiscal limits are unlikely to have large effects on a state's total economic activity, and any impacts may be negative. The revenue sources and expenditures most affected are policy decisions; education is a significant loser under…

Discusses the ramifications of Proposition 13 in light of cut-backs to community college personnel, programs, and services. Underscores that no aura surrounds the community college. Stresses that the days of unlimited availability of funds for community colleges have ceased. (CM)

As an aid for California school board members, school administrators, and citizens, this handbook provides data on California public schools and an explanation of California school finances. Chapter 1 contains facts about the state's schools and school districts, including size, demography, student population distribution by county, attendance…

Beginning with the premise that postsecondary institutions in most states will suffer some sort of fiscal crisis in the 1980's, this paper discusses the strategies a state can use in contending with financial problems and turns to California's experiences after Proposition 13 for specific examples. After describing the two probable types of…

Describes organization of California's community colleges, their funding levels, and ravages of Proposition 13. Effects of inadequate institutional financial support on community college libraries, particularly on print materials budgets, are reviewed. Administrative organizational changes that are currently being considered are discussed as a…