Exporting California’s Redistricting Change
It is an old adage that California is a bellwether for the nation. Policy changes that happen here often flow eastward from tax revolts to climate strategies. Newly elected governor Gavin Newsom boldly predicted that recent California policies are the future for the rest of the country. Time will tell, but the idea that California […]
Gavin Goes Long and Strong on the Budget
I double checked. Gov. Gavin Newsom’s budget press conference has now finally ended. OK, it took less than two hours, which isn’t that long when you consider the size of California and the complexity of state government. But Newsom’s extremely detailed presentation of his budget was a departure from the short and elliptical budget sessions […]
Newsom’s Budget is a Roadmap – with a Vision and the Right Next Steps
Governor Newsom’s first budget is not only an early indicator of how he will govern, but Exhibit A in how California can be governed. In a week when the nation’s capital is shrouded in hopeless rancor, Newsom’s budget proposes a responsible path forward. Credit is the sweet dessert of politics, and Newsom gets credit for […]
What Do We Want? Homes! When Do We Want Them? Now!
Last week, the Valley Industry and Commerce Association released its list of 2019 Legislative Priorities, which are developed by our board of directors and then voted on by our members. Once again, housing is at the top of our members’ list of concerns. VICA’s top legislative priority for 2019 is to “support the development of […]