VICA opposes.

VICA Opposes: The Valley Industry & Commerce Association Board of Directors opposes a pending State Assembly bill on reforming Los Angeles schools. A main objection by the organization was the absence of a provision to allow parents and residents within the school district boundaries to vote on the future of the district, said a letter sent July 18 to Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa signed by VICA Board Chairman Bob Scott. State Issues Committee Chairman Greg Lippe, and Education Committee Chairman Greg Weinberg. VICA, however, was in agreement with the bill's provisions on removing school board members from certain decisions related to construction and contract negotiations; giving the mayor a seat on the superintendent selection committee; and allowing teachers, parents and stakeholders to have a say in some decisions related to curriculum and text books.