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BUDGET TOWN HALL Thursday, June 5th Please join Assemblymembers Please visit: adc.asm.ca.gov/issues/budget Contact the Office of
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California Autism Spectrum Disorder Clearinghouse – AB 1872 ( Coto) |
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Autism is the fastest growing special education eligibility category for public education in California and the nation. In the four years between 1998 and 2002, the number of students receiving special education services in California for Autism nearly doubled, from 10,360 to 20,377. AB 1872, sponsored by Assemblymember Joe Coto, will require the California Department of Education, in conjunction with other state agencies, to establish the California Autism Spectrum Disorder Clearinghouse in order to provide evidence-based recommendations and practices for the education of pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Information provided by the Clearinghouse will be targeted to a broad range of audiences. It will create an internet website ‘toolbox’ of demonstration projects, evidence based practices and resources that are culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate.
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AB 1872 calls on the Superintendent of Public Instruction to convene a Clearinghouse Oversight Committee to represent major stakeholders for the education of pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The oversight committee will establish criteria, guidelines and processes for selection of resources prior to their being posted. They will select anchor documents and resources to be posted. They will develop an online rating system and periodic surveys of materials posted on the website.On April 4th , Assemblymember Joe Coto and Jim Beall, Jr. held a legislative hearing on special education at the Cambrian school district. Nearly 100 concerned parents, education and advocates showed up to listen and discuss current legislation regarding special education. Due to the many community request for further discussion on the issue, Assemblymembers Coto and Beall will hold another hearing on May 9th at the Alum Rock Library in Easy San Jose.
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The Governor's Environmental and Economic Leadership Award |
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Anyone wishing to apply for, or nominate an individual, organization, or business, for the 2008 Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Award (GEELA) must complete an application, which can be found at: www.calepa.ca.gov. The application deadline is Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 5:00 p.m., and winners will be notified by October 1, 2008. This award is California’s most prestigious environmental honor; it is given only to those who exemplify exceptional leadership for protecting and enhancing the environment, yet at the same time, promoting the State’s economic growth. The competition is open to all Californian residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, professional and trade associations, communities, state and local government entities, tribes, and federal agencies operating in California; those who applied previously may apply again. Projects are deemed ineligible if they are the result of mitigation, litigation, or required by legislation. |
The awards will be presented for voluntary achievements completed in 2007, with recipients chosen from nine different categories: Climate Change, Children’s Environmental Education, Ecosystem and Watershed Stewardship, Sustainable Practices or Facilities, Environmental and Economic Partnerships, Comprehensive Land Use Planning, Technological and Market Innovation, Sustainable Communities, and Enhanced Environmental and Economic Leadership. A Selection Committee will evaluate the entries based on their strength in eight specific areas: Results, Transferability, Environmental/Resource Conservation Impact, Economic Progress, Innovation/Uniqueness, Pollution Prevention, and Environmental Justice. For more information about the categories or selection areas, please visit: www.calepa.ca.gov. |
COTO COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHTS
Assemblymember Coto would like to honor Peter Munoz for his accomplishments and his contribution to the urban arts community.For more info on Pete:
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COTO COMMUNITY CALENDER ICAN Buddest Holiday Ceremony
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Born and raised in east San Jose comic Peter Munoz (aka Pete Moon) has been doing comedy for just under two years now on stage. His in your face improv style has taken him all over the bay area and he has worked with many of the top comics out there. Pete has been heavily influenced by Freddy Soto and John Ritter. he often takes his stage presence right into your lap. He is a young comic who is willing to do what it takes to get a laugh. Pete is a graduate of James Lick High School. 
