Building upon the 1991-92 realignment, the 2011 Budget includes a major realignment of public safety programs from the state to local governments. The 2011 realignment moves program and fiscal responsibility to counties, providing a dedicated source of funding while eliminating duplication of effort, generating savings, and increasing flexibility.

Realigned programs include local public safety programs, mental health, substance abuse, foster care, child welfare services, and adult protective services. Many of these programs already are administered at the local level by counties. More.....