The 2017-18 Budget: Governor’s CalPERS Borrowing Proposal

May 16, 2017 - The PMIA holds funds on behalf of the state, as well as cities, counties, and other local entities in the separate Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF). As of the quarter that ended in March  2017, the balance of the PMIA was roughly $70  billion.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3673

Recap: December 2016 State Jobs Report [EconTax Blog]

Mar 3, 2017 - Follow @LAOEconTax on Twitter for regular California economy and tax updates.
https://lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/Article/Detail/231

^[PDF] Analysis of the 2008-09 Budget Bill, General Government Chapter

The Williamson Act allows cities and counties to enter into contracts with landowners to restrict certain property to open space and agricultural uses. In return for these restrictions, the property owners pay reduced property taxes because the land is assessed at a lower-than- tax relief (9100) F–112 General Government 2008-09 Analysis maximum level.
https://lao.ca.gov/analysis_2008/general_govt/gengov_anl08.pdf

The 2015-16 Budget: Improving State Programs for Crime Victims

Currently, VCGCB has JP agreements with 20 counties to fund between 150 and 175 positions. These counties serve victims within their jurisdiction, as well as in neighboring counties. In total, 51 counties are served through the 20 JP agreements.
https://lao.ca.gov/reports/2015/budget/crime-victims/crime-victims-031815.aspx

^[PDF] State Property Tax Relief Subventions 15.0 6.1

State Property Tax Relief Subventions 15.0 6.1 15.2 21.8 58.1 Totals, Local Prop- erty Tax Change .... -$100.6 -$40.7 -$101.4 -$145.9 -$388.6 U Includes Adult Foundation Program Changes, Necessary Small High School, and County Superintend- ents.
https://lao.ca.gov/analysis/1978/10_k-12_1978.pdf

2005 Initiative Analysis: The Three Strikes Reform Act of 2006

Increased county costs potentially in the low tens of millions of dollars annually for jail and court-related costs.  
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2005/050911.htm

^[PDF] The Three Strikes Reform Act of 2006

Court-Related Activities and County Jails. This measure would result in additional state and local costs for the courts and county jails. Two factors primarily account for the increased costs. First, the resentencing provision would increase court caseloads and local jails would likely house inmates during the proceedings.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2005/050911.pdf

2007 Initiative Analysis: Child Abuse Reporting Enforcement Act of 2008 (Amendment #1-S)

Increased county child welfare and foster care costs would be about $2  million. Cost to Local Law Enforcement and Courts. A report of suspected sexual abuse is one of the types of allegations that must be reported to law enforcement.
https://lao.ca.gov/ballot/2007/070400.htm

^[PDF] Overview of the Division of Juvenile Facilities

Recently, legislation was approved as part of the 2010-11 budget to shift the responsibility of supervising offenders released to the community from DJF facilities to county probation departments.  Characteristics of Wards.
https://lao.ca.gov/handouts/crimjust/2010/Overview_of_DJF_11_04_10.pdf

^[PDF] Overview of Recent Changes in the In-Home Supportive Services Program

In consultation with county welfare de- partments and stakeholders, DSS will develop protocols for the implementation of mailings to providers to convey pro- gram integrity concerns.  Unannounced Home Visits.
https://lao.ca.gov/handouts/socservices/2009/IHSS_Overview_10_28_09.pdf