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2027 committee interest forms can be submitted ONLINE at CSDA.net! CSDA’s strength and effectiveness as an organization is directly related to our ability to involve members in the work of the association. Special districts board members and staff, as well as business affiliates bring...
By: Stephanie Jantzen, General Manager, El Dorado Hills Community Services District Being a General Manager is rewarding, and it’s hard. Being an elected official is harder still. I walked into an organization during the most challenging time it had faced since its inception in 1962....
By: @Kristin Withrow As workers’ compensation costs continue to climb across California, special districts must be increasingly aware of the risk of high value claims. To better understand what is driving those costs—and what employers should be paying close attention to—we spoke with...
Announcements The next NSDA webinar is just 2 weeks away! Join NSDA on July 16, 2026, for Getting Through the Front Door: SAM.gov, Federal Forms & Your First Application, a webinar that breaks down everything you need to know to submit federal grant applications with confidence. Register...
Congress: FY 27 Appropriations/Federal Legislation: This week, the House was expected to consider the FY 2027 National Security-State Department appropriations bill, as well as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA). However, floor...
By: @Kyle Packham On July 2, 2026, the California State Legislature adjourned for its one-month Summer Recess, providing the perfect opportunity to take stock in the status of legislation impacting special districts and the communities they serve. At this inflection point in the legislative...
By: @Kyle Packham , @Marcus Detwiler , and @Anthony Tannehill Late Monday, June 29, the California State Legislature formally passed the 2026-2027 State Budget deal announced by Governor Gavin Newsom and Legislative leaders the preceding Friday. The $352 billion budget spared special...
NSDA is currently analyzing, providing resources and asking for input. What are we hearing? NSDA has been collecting feedback on potential impacts from the rule changes and across the board, our members are extremely concerned. Please send feedback to your State Association lead or...
Recent Member Highlights CSDA is proud to help share the stories, milestones, and community moments happening across California’s special districts. Through our member submitted content portal , districts can share news, events, awards, leadership updates, and local accomplishments that...