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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1959
Page
18
Sacramento hearings begin on a bill to ban outdoor ads within 500 feet of freeways and scenic routes in California. The 13 page Senate subcommittee report argues current laws fail and public support strict state regulation. Proponents cite limited local zoning and propose broad statewide rules with certain exemptions.
Senate Labor Committee adopts farm workers exemption in Brown’s employment practices bill. The panel vote 4-3 sends the measure toward possible Assembly amendments, with action delayed to review changes. Debated amid a 26-13 Democratic Senate majority and prior Assembly approval.
The Associated Press summary notes bills from the governor to the assembly covering state permits, economic development, and civil war centennial planning. Proposals include welfare aid adjustments, education board attendance, and crime prevention measures. The report cites AB 166, SB 916, and SB 724 among others, with discussions of costs and program scales.
Sacramento upcounty assessors and taxpayer representatives challenged a report that utilities are taxed at a higher rate than regular property. The two day hearing focused on shifting about 93 million dollars in property taxes from utilities to private taxpayers. The consultants argued utilities are valued at about 50 percent of market value versus 25 percent for regular property.
Two state senate leaders said they would back the South's water plan if Governor Brown asks. Sen. Hugh F. Burns and Sen. James A. Cobey voiced support or openness, tied to a constitutional amendment validating water contracts and funding for the Feather River Project. Brown planned to gauge Northern views and outline a full program by March 18.
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