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The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
Corrections Realignment in California

Fri, 28 Jun 2013 12:00:00 PDT

Date:		June 28, 2013
Time:		12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. (registration begins 11:45 a.m.)
Location:		CSAC Conference Center
		1020 11th Street, 2nd floor
		Sacramento, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
California has made historic changes to its public safety system by moving key responsibilities from the state to the counties. This change has dramatically reduced the state's prison population, put new stress on county jails and probation departments, and raised public safety concerns. PPIC research fellow Magnus Lofstrom will provide an overview of realignment to date, and a panel of corrections leaders will discuss challenges and opportunities for state and local officials.

AGENDA

11:45 a.m. Registration begins

12:05 p.m. Welcome
David Lesher, director of government affairs, PPIC

12:10 p.m. Presentation
Magnus Lofstrom, research fellow, PPIC

12:20 p.m. Panel Discussion
Moderator: David Lesher, director of government affairs, PPIC

Loni Hancock, member, California State Senate

Adam Christianson, sheriff, Stanislaus County

Matthew Cate, executive director, California State Association of Counties

Linda Penner, chief probation officer, Fresno County Probation Department

1:00 p.m. Audience Q&A

1:30 p.m. Adjourn

Advance registration is requested. Space is limited. Lunch will be provided and there is no charge to attend.

HOW TO ATTEND

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series is intended to inform decisionmakers and facilitate constructive discussion about the major social, economic, and political issues facing California. The series is supported by a grant from The James Irvine Foundation.

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
A Conversation with
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan

Fri, 21 Jun 2013 17:00:00 PDT

Date:		June 21, 2013
Time:		5:00-7:00 p.m. (Registration begins 4:45 p.m.)
Location:		Bechtel Conference Center at PPIC
		500 Washington Street, ground floor
		San Francisco, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Please join us for a conversation with U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan about improving the nation's education system. Secretary Duncan will talk with PPIC President Mark Baldassare about a variety of critical education issues, including the importance of early learning, the coalition of California school districts seeking a federal waiver from No Child Left Behind, and the future of higher education.

AGENDA

4:45 p.m. Registration begins

5:00 p.m. Reception (refreshments provided)

6:00 p.m. Opening Remarks
Donna Lucas, founder and CEO, Lucas Public Affairs

6:05 p.m. Presentation
Margaret Weston, research fellow, PPIC

6:10 p.m. Conversation and Q&A
Arne Duncan, secretary, U.S. Department of Education

Mark Baldassare, president and CEO, PPIC

7:00 p.m. Adjourn

Please register by June 17. Space is limited. There is no charge to attend.

HOW TO ATTEND

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
A Conversation with
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan

Fri, 21 Jun 2013 17:00:00 PDT

The 2013 Speaker Series on California�s Future brings together thought leaders from across the political and geographic spectrum with a common goal�to think critically, constructively, and collaboratively about realistic solutions to California�s many challenges and build a better future for the state. The series features local, state, and national leaders discussing the major issues facing California�from education to climate change to the economy to governance.

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
Improving California's Elections

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:30:00 PDT

Date:		June 11, 2013
Time:		4:30-6:00 p.m. (Registration begins 4:00 p.m.)
Location:		Bechtel Conference Center at PPIC
		500 Washington Street, ground floor
		San Francisco, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
California's electorate is the largest and most diverse in the nation. How well is our election system working for state residents? What efforts should be made to improve it? A panel of experts will discuss these questions and address a range of topics critical to California's democracy, from access to the ballot to transparency in campaign finance.

AGENDA

4:00 p.m. Registration begins

4:30 p.m. Welcome
Mark Baldassare, president and CEO, PPIC

4:35 p.m. Presentation
Eric McGhee, research fellow, PPIC

4:40 p.m. Conversation and Q&A
Moderator: Scott Shafer, host and reporter, The California Report, KQED

Ann Ravel, chair, California Fair Political Practices Commission

Allan Zaremberg, president, California Chamber of Commerce

5:30 p.m. Reception

6:00 p.m. Adjourn

Advance registration is requested. Space is limited. There is no charge to attend.

EVENT VIDEO

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
A Conversation with California Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg

Thu, 6 Jun 2013 11:45:00 PDT

Date:		June 6, 2013
Time:		11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m. (Registration begins 11:30 a.m.)
Location:		Sheraton Grand Sacramento
		1230 J Street, Gardenia Room
		Sacramento, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Please join us for a conversation with California Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg about the future of the state. Senator Steinberg will talk with PPIC president Mark Baldassare about important issues facing California, including financing K�12 education, reforming the initiative process, and governing in a time of budget surplus.

AGENDA

11:30 a.m. Registration begins

11:45 p.m. Lunch

12:15 p.m. Welcome
Donna Lucas, founder and CEO, Lucas Public Affairs

12:20 p.m. Presentation
Jui Shrestha, research associate, PPIC

12:25 p.m. Conversation and Q&A
Darrell Steinberg, president pro tem, California State Senate

Mark Baldassare, president and CEO, PPIC

1:15 p.m. Adjourn

Event Video

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
Student Debt and the Value of a College Degree

Tue, 4 Jun 2013 12:00:00 PDT

Date:		June 4, 2013
Time:		12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. (registration 11:45 a.m.)
Location:		CSAC Conference Center
		1020 11th Street, 2nd floor
		Sacramento, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Skyrocketing tuition and fees, a weak economy, and increasing student debt�are the costs of going to college still outweighed by the benefits? Is college becoming less affordable, even as our economy requires greater numbers of highly educated workers? PPIC Bren fellow Hans Johnson will present new findings on student debt and the value of a college degree, and a panel of education leaders will discuss the future of higher education in the state.

AGENDA

12:05 p.m. Welcome
David Lesher, director of government affairs, PPIC

12:10 p.m. Presentation
Hans Johnson, co-director of research and Bren fellow, PPIC

12:20 p.m. Panel Discussion
Moderator: David Lesher, director of government affairs, PPIC

David Alcocer, interim director, student financial support, University of California Office of the President

Debbie Cochrane, research director, The Institute for College Access and Success

Hans Johnson, co-director of research and Bren fellow, PPIC

1:00 p.m. Audience Q&A

1:30 p.m. Adjourn

Event Video

This research is supported with funding from the Donald Bren Foundation.

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series is intended to inform decisionmakers and facilitate constructive discussion about the major social, economic, and political issues facing California. The series is supported by a grant from The James Irvine Foundation.

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government

Fri, 31 May 2013 12:00:00 PDT

Date:		May 31, 2013
Time:		12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. (registration 11:45 a.m.)
Location:		Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, lower level
		1017 11th Street
		Sacramento, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
PPIC's latest statewide survey examines the level of support for Governor Brown's revised budget proposal, including his spending formula for public schools and his plan to reduce state debt and maintain a $1.1 billion reserve. It also gauges Californians' views on potential changes to Proposition 13 and the initiative process.

This study was conducted with funding from The James Irvine Foundation.

SPEAKERS

Jui Shrestha, research associate, PPIC

David Lesher, director of government affairs, PPIC

EVENT VIDEO

Stress Relief: Prescriptions for a Healthier Delta Ecosystem

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 PDT

Date:		May 10, 2013
Time:		9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (Registration begins 8:30)
Location:		Sheraton Grand Sacramento, Gardenia Room
		1230 J Street
		Sacramento, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
2013 promises to be a big year for policymaking on the Sacramento�San Joaquin Delta. At this half�day event�following the release of several PPIC reports on the Delta�participants will explore options for organizing science, management, and regulatory oversight to improve the health of the troubled Delta ecosystem.

AGENDA

Welcome and Presentation�Stress Relief: Prescriptions for a Healthier Delta Ecosystem

Ellen Hanak, Public Policy Institute of California

Panel 1�New Models for Organizing Delta Science

Moderator: Jeff Mount, Saracino & Mount LLC

Peter Goodwin, Delta Science Program

Bruce Herbold, environmental consultant

Jeff Kightlinger, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California

Terry Young, environmental consultant

Panel 2�Managing Adaptively for Multiple Stressors

Moderator: Jay Lund, University of California, Davis

Mark Cowin, California Department of Water Resources

Campbell Ingram, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy

Phil Isenberg, Delta Stewardship Council

Will Stelle, National Marine Fisheries Service

Panel 3�Permitting a Solution

Moderator: Buzz Thompson, Stanford University

Chuck Bonham, California Department of Fish and Wildlife

Greg Gartrell, Contra Costa Water District

Felicia Marcus, State Water Resources Control Board

Tim Quinn, Association of California Water Agencies

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
A Conversation with University of California President Mark Yudof

Tue, 7 May 2013 12:00:00 PDT

Date:		May 7, 2013
Time:		12:00-1:30 p.m. (Registration begins 11:45 a.m.)
Location:		Bechtel Conference Center at PPIC
		500 Washington Street, ground floor
		San Francisco, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
California is facing a serious shortfall in its supply of college�educated workers. At the same time, the state's public colleges and universities are contending with big fiscal and structural challenges that threaten their ability to meet that demand. Join us for a wide�ranging conversation with Mark Yudof, president of the University of California, about the future of higher education in California.

AGENDA

11:45 a.m. Registration

12:00 p.m. Lunch

12:30 p.m. Welcome
Kim Polese, chairman, ClearStreet, Inc.

12:35 p.m. Presentation
Hans Johnson, co-director of research and Bren fellow, PPIC

12:40 p.m. Conversation and Q&A
Mark Yudof, president, University of California

Mark Baldassare, president and CEO, PPIC

1:30 p.m. Adjourn

EVENT VIDEO

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
College Readiness as a Graduation Requirement: An Assessment of
San Diego's Challenges

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:00:00 PDT

Date:		April 25, 2013
Time:		12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. (registration 11:45 a.m.)
Location:		CSAC Conference Center
		1020 11th Street, 2nd floor
		Sacramento, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Four large school districts in California have adopted new graduation policies designed to prepare all students for college. Drawing on findings from San Diego, PPIC Bren fellow Julian Betts will discuss the potential impact of this bold change.

This report was supported with funding from the Donald Bren Foundation.

SPEAKER

Julian Betts, PPIC Bren fellow and professor of economics, University of California, San Diego

Event Video

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series is intended to inform decisionmakers and facilitate constructive discussion about the major social, economic, and political issues facing California. The series is supported by a grant from The James Irvine Foundation.

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
Statewide Survey: Californians and Education

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:00:00 PDT

Date:		April 18, 2013
Time:		12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. (registration 11:45 a.m.)
Location:		Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, lower level
		1017 11th Street
		Sacramento, CA

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
In the context of the passage of the Proposition 30 tax initiative and Governor Brown's proposal to change the way schools are funded, PPIC's annual Statewide Survey on Californians and Education examines Californians' views on providing more funding for disadvantaged students and more flexibility to local districts. It also gauges residents' confidence in their local school districts and presents special findings among public school parents.

This study was conducted with funding from The Dirk and Charlene Kabcenell Foundation, the Stuart Foundation, and the Silver Giving Foundation.

SPEAKER

Sonja Petek, research associate, PPIC

Event Video

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2013 Speaker Series on California's FutureA Conversation with California Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg

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Stress Relief: Prescriptions for a Healthier Delta Ecosystem

2013 Speaker Series on California's FutureA Conversation with University of California President Mark Yudof

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing SeriesCollege Readiness as a Graduation Requirement: An Assessment ofSan Diego's Challenges

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing SeriesStatewide Survey: Californians and Education

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
Corrections Realignment in California

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
A Conversation with
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
A Conversation with
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
Improving California's Elections

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
A Conversation with California Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
Student Debt and the Value of a College Degree

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government

2013 Speaker Series on California's Future
A Conversation with University of California President Mark Yudof

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
College Readiness as a Graduation Requirement: An Assessment of
San Diego's Challenges

The James Irvine Foundation Briefing Series
Statewide Survey: Californians and Education