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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1977

Page

3

Supreme Court to decide water rights clash with California

The Supreme Court will hear California's bid to allow states to impose water-use conditions on federal reclamation projects. A federal appeals court had ruled states lack that authority, a decision the high court will review, shaping state say over Western water usage in federal projects. California Attorney General Evalle Younger called the case historic in federal state water relations.

Washington Apj Supreme Court California Congress U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Caliifornia Sth US. Circuit Court of Appeals Evalle Younger Supreme Chart

Brown may testify on firing of lesbian aide

Sacramento AP report says Gov. Brown could be ordered to testify at hearings on the dismissal of Dr. Josette Mondanaro, head of the Substance Abuse Division, who cites political motives in her firing despite acknowledging her lesbianism. Margolin argues it was a politically charged dismissal tied to Brown’s reelection.

Josette Mondanaro Ephraim Margolin Sacramento AP Laserphato Brown James Waller State Personnel Board Waller Department of Health Margolin Dr. Mandanaro Brown Has Acknowledged Approving the Firing, But Says Dr. Mandanaro

Urban aid stressed by Brown at national cities meet

Gov Brown told 1977 Congress of Cities delegates that municipalities face a huge challenge reviving their cities with limited power and funds. He urged decentralization of power and tax revenue to give urban leaders flexibility, while Frank Keefe of Massachusetts urged a stronger state urban role and larger state funding. The discussion aimed to shape a national urban policy.

San Francisco Brown Congress of Cities Massachusetts Frank Keefe National League of Cities Keefe

Opponents Call for City Hall Power Shift

Political debate centers on granting City Hall greater authority while Brown disputes the proposal, arguing for limited expansion and checking oversight.

Citizens reach government via two cent level funds

The note discusses how citizens can access government funding at a minimal level, mentioning a two cent threshold as a barrier or entry point to source funds. It emphasizes practical steps and potential limitations in budgeting for local programs.

Brown algo cites issues with 50 cent bus token plan

The report notes problems raised by Brown regarding a 50 cent bus token initiative, citing state level concerns and potential implementation hurdles.

Brown Algo

Urban Renewal Plan Aims to Rehab Deteriorating Areas

A government program focuses on renewing deteriorating urban districts by targeting housing, infrastructure, and economic development. Officials say the initiative will create jobs, improve safety, and attract private investment, with oversight and phased milestones.

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