To ensure that effective relations with government
     officials are maintained in accordance with University and
     Division policies, the Coordinator for Governmental
     Relations serves as the central point of contact with
     officials of the State and Federal government.  All
     Division personnel should coordinate contacts with State
     and Federal elected and appointed officials through the
     Coordinator.  Contacts with government officials are
     coordinated in advance of the contact unless exceptional
     circumstances preclude such notice.

     The Division Coordinator for Governmental Relations
     (California and Federal) coordinates legislative proposals
     and negotiates legislative agendas in the Division's
     interests.  The Coordinator interacts between government
     officials and Division program personnel as necessary.

     County Directors are encouraged to develop and maintain
     relations with officials in local government, including
     Boards of Supervisors, City Councils, and administrative
     officials.  As needed they may call on the Coordinator
     for guidance and assistance in strengthening relations
     with local government.

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January 1991