Mariposa County Fair
January 9, 2015 - The following is information from the Governors 2015-2016 Budget Summary:
California Fairs—CDFA is responsible for fiscal and policy oversight of the network of California fairs. General Fund support for California fairs was eliminated in 2011. Three years later, 15 fairs are fiscally challenged and at risk of closing.
In recognition of the impact California fairs have on local economies and their educational and social benefits, the Budget includes $3.1 million General Fund to assist with fair operations, improve the financial stability of smaller fairs statewide, and provide funding to support additional fair board training.
The Budget also includes a one‑time allocation of $7 million General Fund for deferred maintenance at California fairs, which is part of a larger statewide effort to address the state’s infrastructure needs.