State budget fallout hits education with proposed cuts
Democrats accuse Governor Wilson of balancing the budget on California education while the Richland-Lerdo School District outlines painful cuts. Wilson cites welfare costs and the Welfare Reform Act of 1992 as justification for reductions, with AFDC slated for multi percent cuts and job requirements. Critics say education suffers while unions oppose reforms and districts face shrinking funds affecting Hispanic students and independent study programs.
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City Hall decision on old court house site reconsidered
City Council and the Shafter Community Development Agency reevaluated plans for a new City Hall police station. They scrapped a proposed one acre site at North Shafter Avenue and Santa Fe Way, citing costs and accessibility concerns. The downtown, four block location offers ample parking and a 17 person staff, with a grand opening planned later this month.
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Community meeting at stadium stand near Garces location
A community notice invites residents to a 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. gathering at the church cafeteria at 250 Kern Street near the stadium northeast corner. Child care is available. Shaffer Press reserves the right to revise or edit any editorial copy.
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