§ 895. — 895. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1455, Sec. 6.)

(a)
From any state moneys made available to it for that purpose, the Youth Authority shall assist counties in the establishment of pilot regional youth educational facilities. Interested counties that agree to provide matching funds or resources, in compliance with standards established by the department, may enter agreements with the Youth Authority to establish these facilities. The facilities shall be operated by participating counties, either solely or under a joint powers agreement. The counties may contract with private agencies to provide job training consultation or other services.
(b)
The Youth Authority shall develop selection criteria for participating counties to include, but not be limited to, all of the following factors:
(1)
Eligible target population.
(2)
Demonstrated ability to administer the program.
(3)
Facility capability.
(4)
Financial ability to provide matching funds or resources.
(5)
Demonstrated need for the program.
(6)
Ability to meet regional needs.
(7)
Ability to provide specified program elements.

Legislative History

Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1455, Sec. 6. Effective September 26, 1984.