In this sourcebook, nine contributors explore the issue of reduced resources for community colleges in the current period of decelerating growth. S. V. Martorana describes how public two-year institutions have become increasingly dependent on state and federal financial support, resulting in losses of college autonomy. W. Gary McGuire examines state support patterns in 39 states, with a majority reporting "stabilized" funding conditions not far removed from the declining resources condition. Lee G. Henderson explores the burgeoning role of state agencies. Two models for retrenchment are presented by Herbert M. Sussman, based on responses to operating budget cuts at New York City Community College. Richard DeCosmo considers how budget cuts effect curriculum and instruction, and Jane E. Matson outlines reduction effects on student personnel services. James L. Wattenbarger discusses two approaches for administrative planners facing resource reductions, while Richard C. Richardson reviews the types of problems administrators will have to face in future, concluding that careful institutional research and planning can help maintain or increase institutional effectiveness. Dorothy M. Knoell and Richard L. Alfred look at some heretical concepts for community colleges to adopt in order to maintain the growth that characterized their early years. A pertinent bibliography is included. (Author/TR)