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JANUARY 25, 2000
DATE:
sUr,1ECT: RESOLUTIONS ENDORSING PROPOSITION 12 AND
PROPOSITON 13 ON THE MARCH 7, 2000, BALLOT
BVECIFIC REOUEST(s)OR RECOMMENDATION(s)&BACKOROUMD AMD JUSTIFICATION
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt resolution endorsing Proposition 12 on the March 7,
2000, ballot, the "Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water,
Clean Air, and Costal Protection Bond Act of 2000, " and
resolution endorsing Proposition 13 on the March 7, 2000,
ballot, the "Safe Drinking Water, Clean Water, Watershed
Protection, and Flood Protection Act. "
CONTINUED ON ATTACHU Mr1': VES BIBMIATURE:
MOOMMENDATIOM OF COUNTY ADMIMST1MTOR RtCOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMMM
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ACTION OF BOARD ON .January 000 AFP*VM AS RECOMMENDSO X OTHER
The following persons appeared to speak: Bob Doyle, Walnut Creek; Steve Barbata, 86 Orchard
Estates Drive, Walnut Creek, representing the Delta Science Center; John Wolfe, 820 Main
Street, Martinez, representing the contra Costa Taxpayers' Association; Rose Lernberg,
831 Balra Drive, El Cerrito. Following Board comments, IT IS BY THE BOARD ORDERED that
Resolution No. 2000/36 endorsing Proposition 12 and Resolution No. 2000/37, endorsing
Proposition 13 on the March 7, 2000 ballot are ADOPTED.
VOTE OF SUPeRvoms
I HEREBY COMFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE
X UkANIMOUS("a". AND CORRECT COP'OF AN ACTION TAKEN
AYES: NOES: AND ENTERED ON THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD
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One Page Description http://www.propl3.org/inforination/description.httnl
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Safe Drinking Water, Clean Water, Watershed Protection,
and Flood Protection Bond Act
One Page Description
The Legislature placed the Safe Drinking Water Bond Act on the ballot to solve several
California water problems:
Providing a safe drinking water supply to all Californians
• Increasing the reliability of our water supply, in the event of a drought or emergency
• Providing common sense flood protection by avoiding development in the path of floods,
and
by building necessary flood control projects.
+ Improving the quality of our rivers, streams, and coastal waters
• Protecting and restoring fisheries and wildlife habitat along rivers and streams
All these purposes and more are accomplished through this $1.97 billion general obligation
bond act.
The water bond received very strong bipartisan support in the Legislature, and was part of
Governor Davis' proposed infrastructure package for 2000.
California is a semi-desert state. Parts of the state, even in the Central Valley, receive less
than four inches of rain a year. Several years of above normal rainfall have made memories of
previous droughts fade, but those droughts are sure to come again.
The Safe Drinking Water Bond Act will help drought-proof California, while improving the
quality of drinking water supplies for almost everyone in California. According to the
Association of California Water Agencies, California's water supply will be improved by one
million acre feet through water conservation, wastewater reclamation, groundwater storage,
watershed improvement, and other bond act programs.
To put it in perspective, this is three times the water yield of proposed controversial Auburn
Dam, for less than the total cost of that dam.
Safe drinking water has yet to be achieved throughout California. Many communities have old
pipe systems that allow infiltration of contaminated groundwater, and others do not have
adequate levels of treatment. The Bond Act will allow substantial progress to make our
drinking water supplies safe.
Water quality in California continues to be a problem. Drainage from old mines contaminates
our drinking water. Sewage fouls our rivers, streams, and beaches. Just in the summer of
1999, beaches throughout Southern California had to be closed because of poorly treated
sewage. The bond act will address these issues by funding improved sewage treatment,
watershed restoration, and reduction of"non-point source" pollution caused by street runoff in
urban areas.
Outdoor recreation is a huge industry in California, and the quality of urban streams and river
parkways attract businesses to our state. These amenities make life more pleasant, and
encourage youth and adults to take part in healthy outdoor activities. The bond act provides
substantial funding for these programs.
Fish and wildlife depend on healthy streams. The bond act creates programs to restore stream
water quality.
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BAYAREA PROPOSITION 13:
The Safe Drinking Water, Clean Water, Watershed
OPEN SPACE Protection, and Mood Protection Act
C 0 U N C 1 C On the March 7,2800 ballot
This summary is designed to highlight Bay Area projects. Not all sub-
categories are shown, so dollar amounts may not add to totals
Safe Drinking Water Program Revolving Fund $70,000,000
loans and grants to suppliers;technical assistance account
Flood Protection Program Account $292,000,000
agricultural and open space mapping subaccount $2,500,000
flood plain corridor—acquisition,restoration&protection of real $70,000,000
property for flood control and farmland and habitat protection
flood control subventions(13 counties,including Contra Costa, $45,000,000
Marin,Napa, Santa Clara and Sonoma
urban stream restoration grants to local agencies and non-profits $25,000,000
Watershed Protection Account $468,000,000
watershed plan development&implementation grants,including $90,000,000
earmarks for the Pajaro River,Russian River and Clear Lake
watershed,for water quality,flooding and habitat projects
water and watershed education,including Delta Science Center $8,000,000
river protection,with 60%for major metropolitan areas $95,000,000
coastal watershed salmon habitat acquisition,restoration $25,000,000
Clean Water and Water Recycling Program $355,000,000
nonpoint source pollution planning grants and project loans $100,000,000
coastal nonpoint source pollution planning grants&project loans $90,000,000
for projects that restore and protect water quality of coastal
waters,bays,estuaries,near shore waters and groundwaters
Water Conservation Program Account $155,000,000
Water Supply,Reliability and Infrastructure $630,000,000
conjunctive use $200,000,000
Bay-Delta multipurpose water management $250,000,000
interim water reliable supply and quality infrastructure $180,000,000
Total $1,970,000,000
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Safe Neighborhood Parks,
Clean Water, Clean Air, and
Coastal Protection Bond Act
of 2000
Angeles National Forest
Photograph by Ernest Braun
In 1999 the Legislature placed this important measure on the March 7, 2000 ballot. It received
near unanimous bipartisan support, recognizing the tremendous need California has for parks,
open space, and recreation for its growing population. The Legislature also took note of the
impact growth is having on California's wildlife, and included funding for protection of wildlife
habitat.
Although it is very diverse, in many ways this bond act is similar to those which were passed
by the voters in 1976, 1980, 1984, 1986 and 1988. It provides funds for all the state agencies
which protect land and recreational resources for future generations, and also makes grants
to local agencies which perform the same functions. Since the 1920's Californians have
recognized that the way to build the State Park System, protect the coast, and accomplish
other land conservation purposes is through a series of General Obligation Bond Acts. This
measure continues that tradition.
California is growing at the rate of more than 600,000 people per year, and all these new
residents need places to recreate, appreciate wildlife, enjoy the outdoors, and exercise.
Existing facilities are simply inadequate, and the bond act will expand the supply of lands and
facilities to serve these needs.
The California Environmental Dialogue (CED), a coalition of business and environmental
groups, have recognized that California business climate and its environment both benefit
from public investment in parks, wildlife areas, the coast, and open space. In a recently issued
CED survey, state and local agencies identified a need for$12 billion over the next ten years
to protect the best and most threatened open space and agricultural lands in California. This
bond act is down payment on that need.
The bond act requires that all funds must be appropriated by the Legislature through the
budget process, assuring that the Governor and the Legislature will provide careful oversight
to the allocation of the bond proceeds.
The bond act gives greatest emphasis to urbanized areas, providing special funds to heavily
urbanized areas, including funds for urban conservation corps, recreation for at-risk youth,
open space protection in fast growing suburbs, and protection of remaining wildlife areas in
some of our fastest growing counties.
The bond act is divided into more than a dozen categories, reflecting the needs of California
diverse population. For more information about the exact funding breakdown, see the
www.safer)arks.org website.
Your help is needed to pass this important park and wildlife bond act. For further information,
or to volunteer to help the campaign, please email blum@safeparks.org, write Safe
Neighborhood Parks at 926 J Street, #612, Sacramento, CA 95814, or call Bryan Blum at
916-318-4538.
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One Page Summary http://www.safoparks.org/onepage.html
PROPOSITION 12
SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, CLEAN WATER
CLEAN AIR, AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT
Proposition 12 will provide substantial benefits to all Californians. it is aimed at improving the
quality of life of every resident, by providing cleaner air and water, recreational opportunities,
safe places for children to play, and new wildlife preserves.
Proposition 12 is a well balanced proposal. By providing clean fuel vehicles for park
equipment, tree planting throughout the state, and by avoiding development which generates
air pollution, it will improve air quality. By providing funds for numerous river and stream
cleaning and restoration projects, as well as for protecting and improving watershed lands, it
will help provide good water quality. By protecting threatened coastal land, it will keep our
beautiful coast accessible to the public and free from inappropriate development.
Proposition 12 provides substantial funds for safe neighborhood parks, and for programs to
give youth safe recreational alternatives to gang, drug, and other inappropriate behavior. It
includes funds for youth to participate in conservation corps, and to learn skills which will
provide them with later employment opportunities.
Programs included in Proposition 12 will benefit every neighborhood in California. Proposition
12 gives heavy emphasis to improving the quality of life in our cities and suburbs. Specific
programs go to making neighborhood parks safer, providing new recreational opportunities,
planting urban trees, restoring rivers and streams in our cities, protecting open space, and
building new trails between parks.
Fish and wildlife programs are provided by Proposition 12. These programs will increase
fishing opportunities, protect species threatened by California's rapid development, provide
children greater chances to learn about wildlife in zoos and aquaria, and enhance our
important commercial fishing industry.
Our magnificent State Park System badly needs the funds Proposition 12 will provide to
improve visitor facilities, protect old growth redwoods, provide campsites, and make trails
safer.
All areas of California are treated fairly by Proposition 12. Many of the funds are allocated in
proportion to population.
It has been twelve years since the last park and wildlife bond act was approved by the voters.
Since that time, California has added more than five million people, and they need places to
recreate, and for their children to play. Proposition 12 is the latest in a long line of park bond
acts dating back to the 1920's. It was placed on the ballot by the Legislature and Governor
Davis to improve the quality of life in our state for the next decade. Tremendous leadership
was shown by Assembly Speaker Villaraigosa and Speaker Pro Tem Keeley, and by Senators
Hayden and Murray.
If you'd like to join in the campaign to pass Proposition 12, please contact Bryan Blum at
bIum safeparks.ora, or write us at Yes on Proposition 12, 926 J street, #612, Sacramento,
CA 55814, or call Brian at 916-313-4538.
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BAYAREA PROPOSITION 12:
The Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water,
OPEN SPACE Clean Air and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2000
C O U N C I L 4n the March 7,2000 ballot
Proposition 12 will protect, restore, repair and improve parks
and natural resources in all parts of California. Here's a summary.
San Francisco Bay Area Conservancy Program $55,000,000
(acquisition and restoration of parks and open space,protection of agricultural
land,and provision of trails and other outdoor recreational facilities)
Regional Programs outside of the Bay Area $144,750,000
(acquisition and restoration of parks,open space and river parkways,and provision
of trails and other outdoor recreational facilities)
State parks $524,750,000
(acquisition and restoration of parks and natural and cultural resources,
provision of trails and interpretive centers, support for volunteer projects,
and repair of deferred maintenance)
Local parks $770,000,000
(acquisition and restoration of parks,open space, and creeks, recreation improvements,
major maintenance,historic preservation,bicycle and pedestrian trails, urban forests,
and the operation of state parks administered by local agencies)
Zoos, museums, aquariums, interpretive centers and youth soccer $71,500,000
Youth Conservation Corp construction & restoration projects $15,000,000
Statewide Habitat Protection and Restoration $277,500,000
(to protect and restore wetlands,ancient redwoods,oak woodlands
and endangered species,and waterfowl habitat)
Coastal Protection $195,400,000
(acquisition and restoration of coastal parks and habitat,protection of coastal
agriculture,and provision of public access to the coast—includes projects in and
around San Francisco Bay)
Farmland Conservation $2.5,000,000
Other specific projects $21,100,000
(in the Bay Area,this includes projects benefiting Golden Gate Park, Sonoma County,
Alameda County,and Gilroy)
Total $2,100,000,000
BAY AREA OPEN SPACE COUNCIL
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Board of Supervisors
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IN THE MATTER OF ENDORSING ) RESOLUTION NO, 2000/36
PROPOSITION 12 ON THE MARCH 7, 2000 )
BALLOT, THE"SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD )
PARKS, CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR, AND )
COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2000" )
WHEREAS, California's state, regional and local parks serve as recreational, social and
cultural centers for California's communities, providing important venues for youth
enrichment and safety, community identity, protection of natural and historic sites,
parkland and open space;
WHEREAS, California's financial commitment to state, regional and local parks in the
last decade has not kept pace with the need for rehabilitation, development and
acquisition;
WHEREAS, during that same period, an increasing number of Californians have visited
state and local parks;
WHEREAS, California's population is expected to increase by 18 million in the next
twenty years, thereby placing even more demands on existing parkland, open space and
facilities;
WHEREAS, California is known for its incredible natural resources of open space,
mountains, rivers, coastline and forests, and those resources have a substantial positive
impact on the state and local economies;
WHEREAS, California's economy depends on maintaining a high quality of life that
includes attractive and safe public parks, open space and recreational facilities;
WHEREAS, the last statewide park bond was passed in 1986;
WHEREAS, Proposition 12 has broadly-based support, with endorsements of civic,
conservation, business, senior and taxpayer organizations such as the California League
of Women Voters, Sierra Club, Greenbelt Alliance, California Chamber of Commerce,
Congress of California Seniors, and California Taxpayers Association;
WHEREAS, Proposition 12 will provide $2.1 billion for state and local park projects, for
open space acquisition and protection, particularly in fast-growing suburban areas, and
for farmland protection, that will preserve our invaluable natural resources and heritage
and facilitate the expansion of greatly needed recreational facilities that serve children,
youth, seniors and families in urbanized areas and elsewhere;
WHEREAS, public funding for parks and open space is an integral component of"Smart
Growth" principles, helping assure that quality of life is not diminished by urban sprawl,
and can offer agricultural landowners economic incentives for preserving their land;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Contra
Costa County endorses Proposition 12 on the March 7, 2000, ballot, the"Safe
Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air, and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2000,"
and encourages California voters to approve this initiative in March 2000.
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IN THE MATTER OF:ENDORSING ) RESOLUTION NO.2000/37
PROPOSITION 13 ON THE MARCH 7, 2000 )
BALLOT, THE"SAFE DRINKING WATER, )
WATERSHED PROTECTION, AND FLOOD )
PROTECTION BOND ACT )
WHEREAS, Proposition 13 will provide $1.97 billion for a safe drinking water, water
quality, flood protection and water reliability program;
WHEREAS, Proposition 13 will help meet safe drinking water standards to protect public
health;
WHEREAS, Proposition 13 will help fight pollution in lakes and rivers along
California's coast, protect water quality from pesticides and agricultural drainage,
improve water treatment plants, clean up urban streams and control seawater intrusion
into clean water supplies;
WHEREAS, Proposition 13 will provide new water through conservation, recycling,
underground storage and better use of reservoirs;
WHEREAS, Proposition 13 will support flood protection programs that protect lives and
avert billions of dollars in property damage, using floodplain management techniques that
also protect agriculture and preserve habitat;
WHEREAS, Proposition 13 does not raise taxes, does limit administrative costs, and does
qualify California for new federal funds; and
WHEREAS, Proposition 13 received overwhelming bi-partisan support in the State
Legislature and has been endorsed by a wide variety of civic, agricultural, business,
labor, conservation and other organizations, such as the California State Association of
Counties, California League of Women Voters, California Chamber of Commerce, State
Building and Construction Traces Council of California, American Land Conservancy,
and California Taxpayers Association;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Contra
Costa County endorses Proposition 13 on the March 7, 2000, ballot, the"Safe Drinking
Water, Clean Water, Watershed Protection, and Flood Protection Bond Act," and
encourages California voters to approve this initiative in March 2000.
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FACT SHEET
Prop 12: The March 2000 park bond'
CALIFORNIA PARK ik
RECREATION SOCIETY
Gov.Gray Davis signed Proposition 12(bill AB 18)on September 21 in Los Angeles.Citizens
7971 Freeport Blvd will vote AB 18,the"Safe Neighborhood Parks,Clean Water, Clean Air and Coastal
Sacramento,CA Protection Bond,"on the March 2000 ballot.It requires a simple majority to pass(i.e., 50%
95632-9701 + 1).This$2.1 billion bond act,the largest park bond in U.S.history, includes the following:
916/665-2777
FAX 916/665.9149 Per capita i program $338 million'
WWW.cprs.org Provides funds to local jurisdictions for the acquisition,development, rehabilitation or
restoration of real property for park purposes-40% of the funds are allocated to cities
and districts;with a minimum allocation of$30,000.40%is allocated to counties and
regional districts.The minimum to regional districts and counties will be$150,000.
citiesldistricts:$6.29 per capita counties.,$4.00 per capita
Contact.
Per capita It program $50 million
Jane H. Adams, citiesldistriets.$2.70 per capita'
Executive Director
Roberti-Z'berg-Harris program $200 million
916/666-2777 R-Z-H funds(1) rehabilitation or refurbishing performed annually or infrequently;.excludes
lane@cprs.org capital improvements and other routine maintenance work;special major maintenance
projects include energy efficiency for lands and facilities(i.e.,irrigation systems, replace-
ment or repair of indoor facility or resurfacing parking lots.(2)innovative recreation
programs that respond to unique and otherwise unmet recreation needs of special urban
populations;can fund transportation to facilitate access to programs and facilities.R-Z-H
requires a match of 30% of project costs.Funds are distributed on following formula:
690/6 block grants for urbanized areas
60% cities and districts $3.334 per capita
40% counties and regional districts $1.75 per capita
140/6 block grants to heavily urbanized areas
60% large cities $1.86 per capita
40% large counties and regional districts $ .49 per capita
'170/6 competitive grants $33,490,000
88% non-urbanized jurisdictions
12% urbanized,not including heavily urbanized
Other funding programs local agencies may compete for funds:
CPRS provides Riparian/river/aquatics habitat $10 million Trails,nonmotorized $10 million
leadership Low income/at risk youth $100 million Urban/cultural centers/ $71.5 million
the Regional youth soccer facilities $15 million zoosWildlife education
Playground replacement $7 million CA Heritage Fund $10 million
to advance the Urban forestation proj. $10 million Local Conservation Corps $12.5 million
positive impact State parks administered by local agencies $20 million
The full text of Prop 12 is available on the CPRS website legislative page
and value of (www.cprs.org/legislative).Search for the text of AB 18. 9199
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Proposition number tentative,to be confirmed by November 11, 1999
on socia 'State Department of Parks&Recreation will administer,less than 1.5%of total allocation is for grant
administration.
'Provides funds to cities and districts with populations of 200,000 or less within urbanized counties with a
population greater than 200,000 'v
'The allocations given here are estimates developed by the Department of Parks&Recreation
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PROPOSITION 12:
the Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air and
Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2000
Frequently Asked Onestions on Advocacy
What can I do as a public employee to promote Prop 12?
As a public employee you have not given up your constitutional rights to speak out on
governmental matters. You may not use your time on the job, other city staff time on the job,
equipment and supplies to generate promotional materials on behalf of a ballot initiative. You should
not wear your uniform when engaging in political activities.
You may respond to a request for information on your agency's analysis of or position on a
ballot measure. This may include speaking to public or private organizations interested in the public
agency's position. You must provide a"fair representation of the facts."
What can my agency do?
Your public agency may objectively evaluate a ballot measure's impact on the local
government unit. It can then make the results of this objective analysis available to newspapers,
advocacy groups and others. This analysis can include:
• how much funding would be coming to the agency and/or area under formulas and
earmarks in the measure
• what projects your agency would or could seek funding for under the competitive grant
portions of the bond measure
• develop a neutral fact sheet or flier containing the above information that is a fair
representation of the facts
• gather photographs showing how the park bond funds could be used
• prepare maps showing the location of potential projects in your area
Public agencies may pass a resolution supporting or opposing a ballot measure. The decision
should be made at a regular meeting allowing for citizens the right to speak on the issue before the
agency adopts a position.
• Send a copy of the resolution to CPRS, 7971 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95832
There is no hard and fast rule for judging whether communication is promotional or informational.
Some of the factors courts look at in determining if a publication is promotional or informational is
the style, tenor and timing. Sharing all sides of an issue demonstrates fairness.
*This is not legal advice. Information has been taken from"Legal Issues Associated with City Participation in Ballot
Measure Campaigns,"League of California Cities,August, 1996 and"What you can do for Proposition 12,"prepared by
the Bay Area Open Space Council, 1999. Individuals are encouraged to contact legal counsel for specific questions or
issues.
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TALKING POINTS
(Points to use when educating constituents about Proposition 12)
How will Prop 12 benefit my community?
Throughout California,neighborhood parks have deteriorated and,in that process,have become unsafe
and unusable for children, adults, and families. Proposition 12 tackles these problems head on by
providing substantial grants to local park and recreation agencies (cities, counties, and special districts)
for renovating existing playgrounds and facilities,replacing inefficient lighting systems, and/or
rehabilitating buildings and grounds. Prop 12 provides funding through:
• Per capita grants $388 million
• Roberti-Z'berg-Harris grants to urban areas $200 million
• Grants to low income neighborhoods $100 million
• Playground safety improvements $ 7 million
• Playground safety in state parks $ 1 million
`Do all areas of the state benefit from Prop 12?
Prop 12 calls for a per capita funding program of$388 million be distributed to local agencies(cities,
counties, and special districts) and$200 million for grants to local agencies in highly urbanized areas
(Roberti-Z'berg-Harris program). In addition,the Coastal Conservancy, Wildlife Conservation Board,
and various other conservancies (from Tahoe to the Coachella Valley)will receive funds.
How do I determine what my agency will receive from the per capita program and
Roberti-Z'berg Harris grant program?
It is anticipated the per capita allocation will be based upon 2000 population data prepared by the
Department of Finance. The State Department of Parks and Recreation(who will administer the per
capita and the Roberti-Z'berg-Harris programs)website, h=://www.cal.-Darks.ca.itov, contains further
information.
Who supports Prop 12?
A wide variety of state and local civic organizations are supporting the passage of Prop 12 as they
recognize the value of clean air, clean water, and safe parks to all Californians:
League of Women Voters of California American Association of Retired Persons
Congress of California Seniors California Taxpayers' Association
California Organization of Police and Sheriffs National Audubon Society
Coalition for Clean Air California Park &Recreation Society
California League of Cities California State Chamber of Commerce
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Does the business community support Prop 12?
Yes, in fact the California State Chamber of Commerce has endorsed Proposition 12 as it recognizes the
value of clean water, clean air, and safe parks to business retention and development in local
communities. In addition the California Manufacturers Association and the California Taxpayers'
Association has endorsed Prop 12. The California Environmental Dialogue,made up of the state's
leading businesses and conservation groups has prepared"Land Conservation in California,"pointing out
the need for protection of our natural environment. You can see their publication at h=t//www.Rcl.org.
Cal-Tax states, "Cal-Tax endorses Proposition 12 because it is fiscally responsible, it does not raise taxes,
and it pays for projects that are important for all Californians."
How soon will my community get the funds to improve our parrs?
If voters approve Prop 12 on March 7, the Legislature can begin to appropriate funds in the 2000/01
budget. State agencies must approve all fund distributions,but there is no reason why funds cannot be
ready for distribution in late summer 2000 if the Legislature budgets the funds in the 2000/01 budget
year.
The State does not have to wait until bonds are sold, since a loan can be taken from the state Pooled
Money Investment Account, which will be repaid once the bonds are sold.
Who decides how the funds will be used locally?
The text of Prop 12 provides the final word on how funds will be spent. Some funds will be distributed
on a per capita bases, while others are competitively distributed. Still others are specifically mentioned in
the text of the proposition. Virtually all funds must first be appropriated to the state agency in charge of
distributing the funds. State agencies will either use existing distribution guidelines or it will create new
ones.
The per capita and Roberti-Z'berg-Farris funds can be spent on a wide variety of purposes. Local
agencies will prepare an application, explaining how the funds will be spent in compliance with the
provisions of Prop 12. If the application meets the requirements of the law and the regulations, funs will
be distributed as soon as the Legislature appropriates the funds.
Competitive funds (trails, historic preservation, etc)will be distributed by the appropriate state agency
based upon applications. There will probably be more than one application period, so that all the funds
are not spent in the first application cycle. Each state agency must adopt regulations or guidelines, and
the Legislature must appropriate the money before applications can be received.
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How will be bonds be paid? How long will it take to pay them off?
The California Taxpayers' Association,a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting
taxpayers from unnecessary taxes states', "Payments on the bonds will be made over 20-25 years from
existing revenues in-the state general fund. The passage of the bonds commits the Legislature to make
these bond payments one of their highest budget priorities as they allocate funds."
Will my taxes increase if Prop 12 is approved?
According to Cal-Tax2,"State general obligation bonds like Proposition 12 do not cause a tax
increase...Proposition 12 will require about$140 million a year in debt payments—this is about 0.2
percent of next year's projected general fund budget. This small fraction is a reasonable amount to pay
for investing in important facilities that will benefit future generations."
Where can I get more information about Prop 12?
Proposition 12's website is hUR:/lwww,safenarks.org or the website of the California Park&
Recreation Society, h p://www.c rp s,org.
'Memorandum from Steve Kroes,Vice President, California Taxpayers'Association to the California Park&Recreation
Society,November 1999.
Cal-Tax memorandum to CPRS,November 1999.
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PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES OF PARK BOND ALLOCATIONS FOR ALAMEDA COUNTY CITIES
CITY PER CAPITA PER CAPITA 11 RLN
AJameds $535,1188 $216.048 $286,170
Albany $130,044 $52,460 $55,758
Berkeley $7971182 $321.855 $374,532
Dublin $210,188 $84,823 $77.326
Emeryville $53.378 $21.501 $17,288
Fremont $1,490,304 NIA $579,332
Heyward. $934,782 $377,418 $753,108
Livermore $538.8117 $217,525 $209,880
Newnrk $313,022 $126,348 $138,170
Oakland $2,927.049 NIA $2,03502
Piedmont $85,031 $34,284 $36,646
Pleasanton $470,749 $190,039 $170.082
San Leandro $551,992 $222,845. $235.310
Union City $478,800 $191.277 $175.894
PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES OF PARK BOND ALLOCATIONS FOR CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CITIES
CITY PER CAPITA PER CAPITA 11 RLN
Antioch $598,538 $240.874 $190,072
Brentwood $146.878 $59,258 NIA
Clayton $81.371 $32.806 $23.584
Concord $838,170 $338,406 $381.896
[tenvlle $292,162 $117.925 $96.420
El Cerrito $174,324 $70,341 $81.184
Hercules $141.022 $56,894 $44,186
Letayelle $177,618 $71,671 $79,080
Martinez $268,009 "4.. $108,172 $104.660
Morage 3122,725 $49.505 $55,584
Orinds $127,116 $51,278 $60,844
Pinole $136,265 $54.972 $53.480
Pittsburg $388,043 $156,642 $1150,794
Pleasant Hill $240,929 $97.238 $127.138
Richmond $686,804 $277.227 $285,808
San Pahkr 3195,918 $79,060 $75.222
Sen Ramon $327.294 $132,111 $106,608
Walnut Creek $467.822 3186,880 $219,178
PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES OF PARK BOND ALLOCATIONS FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS'
RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICTS could receive up to 312.32 per capita for all three programs.
REGIONAL PARK DISTRICTS could receive up to$4.00 per capita for only two programs.
"Specific allocations noty et available from the State.
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To: California Park and Recreation Society
From: Steve Kroes, Vice President, California Taxpayers'Assoclation
Sublect: Proposition 12 Fiscal Impacts
The California Taxpayers'Association (Cal-Tax) supports Proposition 12, the Parks,
Water, and Coastal Protection Bond Act on the March 7, 2000 ballot. This bond would
provide $2.1 billion In funding for needed improvements to focal and state parks and
conservation projects. Cal-Tax endorses Proposition 12 because it Is fiscally
responsible, it does not raise taxes, and it pays for projects that are Important for all
Californians.
Parks are an important component of California's quality of life. Eleven years have
passed since the last state bond funds were approved for park improvements. State
general obligation bonds like Proposition 12 do not cause a tax Increase. Payments on
the bond will be made over 20 to 25 years from existing revenues in the state general
fund. The passage: of a bond merely commits the Legislature to make these bond
payments one of their-highest budget"pfiortties-as they alkx;ate funds. Proposition [2
will require about$140 million a year in debt payments—this Is about 0.2 percent of
next year's projected general fund budget. This small fraction is a reasonable amount
to pay for investing in lmpoMmt facilities that will benefit future generations. it is
Important that Califomia fund these types of projects while the economy and the state
budget are strong.
California Taxpayers'Association is a nonpartisan,nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting
taxpayers from unnecessary takes and pramoting efficient,quality government services.
CALIFORNIA TAxNAYF-Rs' AssciciA tON
12 15 K Street. Suite 1250•SacrarneM*, CA 95814+ (916)441-0490 fax(916) 441-16194o httpJ/www.catrax.orA
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1990s: A [decade of Neglect
Recent Park Bonds in Califomia
in millions
Year Prop Tale Amount
1970s
1970 Prop 20 Recreation and Fish and Wildlife Enhancement $60
1974 Prop 1 State.Beach, Park , Rec, & Historic Facilities $250
1976 Prop 2 Nejedly-Hart State, Urban, and Coastal Park $280
19805
1980 Prop 1 Parklands Acquisition & Development Program $285
1982 Prop 4 Lake Tahoe Acquisitions $85
1984 Prop 18 California Parks and Rec Facilities Act $370
1984 Prop 19 Fish,and Wildlife Enhancement $85
1986 Prop 43 Community Parklands Act $100
1988 Prop 70 Wildlife, Coastal, and Park Land Conservation $776
Total 1970s: $590
Total 1980S '$9y7O1
Total 19905 $0
In California the 1990s began with recession and ended with rapid
economic growth, and were a time of woefully inadequate funds for
parks and wildlife protection. Not a single park bond measure was
passed (only two made it to the ballot), in contrast to the nine
approved in the two decades before. In addition, budgets for state
parks and other resource-related agencies were cut to the bone.
The dilapidated condition of many state and local parks, and the
lass of thousands of acres of wetlands and farmlands to
development over the past decade, are direct results of this lack.of
.funding.
.Source: Planning and Conservation League