Resources: Links
The History of Flag Day
The Fourth of July was traditionally celebrated as America's birthday, but the idea of an annual day specifically celebrating the Flag is believed to have first originated in 1885. BJ Cigrand, a schoolteacher, arranged for the pupils in the Fredonia, Wisconsin Public School, District 6, to observe June 14 (the 108th anniversary of the official adoption of The Stars and Stripes) as 'Flag Birthday'. In numerous magazines and newspaper articles and public addresses over the following years, Cigrand continued to enthusiastically advocate the observance of June 14 as 'Flag Birthday', or 'Flag Day'...
Read the Full Document (.pdf file)Federal, State, and Local Government Links
Find useful links to Local, State, and Federal Government agencies including a list of State Department of Corrections by State.
Visit Washington, D.C.
Constituent Breakfast with Senator Dianne Feinstein
U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein: Tours and Information
United States House of Representatives: Visiting Washington, D.C.
Federal Corrections Reports
Find and read reports regarding Federal Corrections; ranging in subject from Capitol Punishment, to Family, Leadership, to Technology and much more...
MRSA INFO FOR COPS AND FIREFIGHTERS
MRSA FACT SHEET FOR PEACE OFFICERS AND FIREFIGHTERS (040908, v8)
Eric L. Nelson, M.S., M.A. ©2008
elnelson@ucdavis.edu
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a staph infection which only responds to the most powerful drugs, and it can be fatal even in children (Mayo Clinic, 2007; CDC, 2001). In 2005 MRSA killed 18,650 people in the U.S. -- more than were killed by AIDS. Another 94,000 Americans sustained life-threatening MRSA infections, and MRSA has become the leading cause of soft tissue infections presented in hospital Emergency Rooms (Klevens, Morrison & Nadle, 2007). Additionally, MRSA can contribute to the worsening of other disease processes such as toxic shock syndrome, bacteremia, pneumonia, endocarditis, and osteomyelitis (Christianson et. al., 2007).
Are You Registered to Vote?
Source: California Secretary of State Voter Information
There are a couple of different ways to register to vote in the State of California:
#1 - ONLINE FORM
You can DOWNLOAD and PRINT a voter registration form online from the California Secretary of State's Website. You must fill it out, sign it and mail it directly to the county elections office - the address will be pre-printed on the form.
#2 - PICK-UP A FORM
If you are unable to print or would prefer to use a pre-printed form you can pick up a voter registration form at your county elections office, local library or any U.S. Post Office. You MUST fill out the form completely and your form must be postmarked or hand-delivered to your county elections office at least 15 days PRIOR to the election.
You may need to re-register to vote under the following circumstances:
- If you've moved and have a new permanent address.
- If you've changed your name.
- If you've changed your political party choice.
Important links to help with registration:
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California Voter Information - Deadlines, Forms, etc.
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National Voter Registration Card Online
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County Elections Information, Contacts and Locations
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US Post Office Location Finder
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"Know Your Voting Rights" Information Page
As a California voter, you should be aware that in some areas, local elections are held on dates that do not coincide with statewide election dates. The 15-day close of registration deadline for these local elections varies depending on the actual date of the election. If you need to know a deadline for a local election, contact your county elections office.
Vote By Mail Registration
Source: Vote by Mail Elections Information
Busy schedule? Worried about getting to the polls on time? Did you know that you registered voters may apply at any time for a vote-by-mail ballot for an upcoming election?
There is a printable (.pdf format) form available online via the California Secretary of State's Website. You can also utilize the application that comes via mail with your "Sample Ballot" that you receive from your county elections official prior to every election. If you don't want to wait or use the online form, you can write or visit your county elections official to apply.
You will need to submit a completed application or letter to your county elections official at least 7 days before the election. The application or letter must contain 1) your name and residence address listed on your registration card; 2) the address to which the vote-by-mail ballot should be sent (if different than your registered address); 3) the name and date of the election in which you would like to vote by mail; 4) the date; and 5) your signature.
Find the County Elections Office in your district/area.
Information on application deadlines to apply for vote-by-mail status in time for upcoming elections.
"Time Off to Vote" Notices and Information
Source: California Secretary of State Website
State law (California Elections Code Section 14001) requires employers to post a notice to employees advising them of provisions for taking paid leave for the purpose of voting in statewide elections. A sample of this notice, as well as a notice to employers regarding time off for voting has been produced by the Secretary of State's office. These notices are available below as a PDF downloads [LINK], which may be printed. Or, you may call the Elections Division at (916) 657-2166 to order posters of the notices.
Employers must post the employee notice 10 days before a statewide election. (Note: Statewide elections are regularly scheduled on the first Tuesday following the first Monday of March and November of even-numbered years. "Special" statewide elections may also be called but are not regularly scheduled. In general, a statewide election is defined as one in which all voters in the state have an opportunity to vote on at least one common race or issue.
The employee notice must be posted either in the workplace or where it can be seen by employees as they enter or exit their place of work.
Employees are eligible for paid time off for the purpose of voting only if they do not have sufficient time outside of working hours to vote. The intent of the law is to provide an opportunity to vote to workers who would not be able to do so because of their jobs.
Voting hours are from 7am to 8pm.
Employees can be given as much time as they need in order to vote, but only a maximum of two hours is paid.
Employers may require employees to give advance notice that they will need additional time off for voting.
Employers may require time off to be taken only at the beginning or end of the employee's shift.
CCPOA First Watch - Frontline News
Watch the October 26, 2009 edition of CCPOA's First Watch online video news for information about the importance of registering to vote and voting in the up-coming California elections.
Quotable Quotes from First Watch:
It's incredibly important that the governor who is elected is someone we can negotiate in good faith with, rely on their word and have respect for what our members do.
- Craig Brown, CCPOA Lobbyist
We need to make sure that when we elect our next governor that we elect someone that's interested in our input, is concerned about the concerns of our officers...
- Gavin McHugh, CCPOA Lobbyist
Our members being active and being involved, registering to vote and getting out and supporting the candidates that share mutual interests can't be underscored...
- Stephen Walker, CCPOA Chief Legislative Affairs
It is absolutely true that CCPOA Members make a difference...
- Richard Temple, CCPOA Political Consultant
California Government Departmental Links
Here you'll find a list of useful links and informational documents regarding California Government Departments.
Supervisory Links
Here you'll find a list of useful links, information and forms for Supervisors.
CDCR Links
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)
www.cdcr.ca.gov
CDCR - Divison of Adult Parole Operations (DAPO)
www.cdcr.ca.gov/Offenders/Adult_Parole_Operations/index.html
CDCR Adult Operations/Programs
www.cdcr.ca.gov/Divisions_Boards/Adult_Operations/index.html
CDCR Corrections Standards Authority
www.cdcr.ca.gov/Divisions_Boards/CSA/index.html
CDCR Division of Juvenile Justice
www.cdcr.ca.gov/Divisions_Boards/DJJ/index.html
Capitol Watch Links
Here you'll find Federal links associated with Capitol Watch.
