California faces a spending and a revenue problem -- revenues (i.e. taxes/fees) have increased by 40% while spending has increased by 44% since 2004. All legislators need to make it their mission to work toward restructuring the state budgeting process. We need to ensure that there is a predictable and sustainable stream of funding.

Aligning our tax policy and fee structure to more evenly divide out the income line is our best path forward. The State budget process should be on a 2-yr reconciliation cycle with Legislative approval to be completed during off election years.

We need a collaborative approach accounting for all stakeholders. And from that approach we can develop a comprehensive plan to achieve meaningful and sustainable progress.

If you are interested in learning more about Paul Lavery please contact 415-320-3303 or email at paul@votelavery.com.

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