On Wednesday, May 4th, the Center for Sacramento History, in association with the Sacramento History Foundation, will host a panel discussion with the authors of the recent book, Remaking California: Reclaiming the Public Good. The panel will delve into the causes of California’s governmental gridlock, the effects on its citizens and environment, and prospects for restoring a healthy democracy. The event, Remaking California: Breaking Political Gridlock, will be held at the Jean Runyon Little Theater in Memorial Auditorium (1515 J Street, Sacramento); doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation begins at 7:00 p.m. The event is open to the public; a $5.00 donation is requested at the door.

The panel includes: Dr. Jeffrey Lustig, emeritus professor of government, California State University, Sacramento; Dan Walters, political columnist for the Sacramento Bee; Lenny Goldberg, executive director of the California Tax Reform Association; and Osha Meserve, a Sacramento attorney specializing in environmental matters.

The speakers will examine the problems of how California is governed – from the constraints of the state’s current constitution and the implications of Proposition 13, to the ails of the Delta and the challenge of meeting the needs of a diverse population. The evening will shed light on why reforming California state governance is important; how it should be done, and why Sacramentans should care about these issues.

The authors will sign copies of the book, Remaking California, at the conclusion of the presentation. The book will be available for purchase that evening; cost is $15.00, cash or check only please.

This project was made possible by financial support from the Sacramento History Foundation and the Sacramento Convention Center. For more information please call (916) 808-7072 or visit www.centerforsacramentohistory.org.

CSH’s mission is to foster, stimulate, and promote the study and appreciation of Sacramento’s regional history. Since 1953, it has served the community by acquiring, preserving, exhibiting, and providing access to the documentary and material culture of the region. CSH is administered by the City of Sacramento and is jointly funded by the City and County of Sacramento.