L.A. fears state fund raid

As the stalemate over California's long-overdue budget continues, Los Angeles officials are alarmed that some lawmakers want to borrow local government funds to close the deficit, a move that could sap $150million from city coffers this year and cut funds for street paving, parks and other city services. Daily News.

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa already has sent a letter to the governor, pleading with him to protect local funds even as the city grapples with its own budget squeeze amid a faltering economy.

The Los Angeles City Council adopted a resolution Wednesday calling on the state to avoid borrowing from funds that will impact the city's budget. And several members said they need more than resolutions - they need to intensify lobbying quickly - before the state adopts any final plan.