Member Benefits

Powerful Advocacy at the Capitol

Stay ahead of legislation that impacts your district operations.

Legislative Policy Advocacy

Legislative & Policy Advocacy

CSDA is the only association exclusively fighting for all California special districts.

Legislative Policy Advocacy

  • Member Representation – Our Legislative Committee ensures advocacy is directed by the needs and perspectives of members like you.
  • Revenue Protection – We’re dedicated to stopping harmful proposals that threaten your district’s funding.

Amplify Your District’s Voice Where It Matters Most

Amplify Your District’s Voice Where It Matters Most

We do the research to keep you informed of the issues impacting your district, so you can focus your time on serving your community.

Amplify Your District’s Voice Where It Matters Most

National Reach

National Reach

CSDA members benefit from federal advocacy victories through the National Special Districts Association.

National Reach

The National Special Districts Association (NSDA) champions the recognition, support, and funding of special districts nationwide.

NSDA’s priorities include advocating for federal recognition, expanding public finance options, securing fair representation in government data, and ensuring grant access for special districts. Through partnerships with federal agencies and Congress, NSDA works to empower special districts to better serve their communities.

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All CSDA members are automatically entitled to all NSDA services and privileges.
Contact membership@csda.net for access to the NSDA website.

Impactful Professional Development

Receive training built exclusively for special districts - delivered by experts who understand your unique challenges.

Free Webinars

Free Webinars

Access 60+ live and on demand webinars covering topics such as finance, laws, HR, governance, technology, and more.

Free Webinars

You can participate in CSDA professional development opportunities at the time and place most convenient for you.

Webinars are offered in both live and on-demand formats, with topics designed to support your district's operational success. CSDA webinars are offered at no charge to all Members in part through the generous support of the Special District Risk Management Authority (SDRMA).

Live Webinars
On Demand Webinars
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Discounted Workshops

Discounted Workshops

Attend interactive trainings offered across California to strengthen your board and staff expertise.

Discounted Workshops

Our hands-on, interactive workshops give your district the chance to dive deeper into critical topics with expert guidance.

Virtual sessions are conveniently split into two half-days, while in-person workshops pack a full day of practical learning and peer discussion. CSDA members receive a 50% discount on workshop registration.

Workshops
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Discounted Conferences

Discounted Conferences

Develop practical skills and collaborate with your peers at our 7 yearly conferences.

Discounted Conferences

Conferences are immersive experiences offering face-to-face networking, hands-on learning, and direct access to experts and solutions.

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Exclusive Access to Resources & Expertise

Leverage your membership with solutions designed to help your district thrive.

Tools and resources at your fingertips

Tools and resources at your fingertips

Explore a one-stop collection for answers, guidance, and support.

Tools and resources at your fingertips

CSDA’s Knowledge Base has everything you need to assist with district operations:

  • CSDA Publications
  • FAQ’s sourced directly from peer submitted questions
  • Member helpline for additional information on policy issues
  • Sample documents for various district needs: policies, resolutions, RFPs, job descriptions, and more!
  • Discounted member pricing for our Sample Policy Handbook

RFP Clearinghouse increases visibility for your RFPs and RFQs. 
CSDA’s Career Center is the top place to find local government talent.

Don’t know where to start? We have curated, role-specific resource pages to help you begin. 

Get connected with Online Communities

Get connected with Online Communities

Gain insights from your peers and share resources.

Get connected with Online Communities

  • With over 16,000 individuals, CSDA’s Open Forum is THE place for special district collaboration among peers.
  • Want to network with like-minded individuals? Join the following online communities related to specific district types and roles (with more launching every year):
    • Water
    • Mosquito & Vector
    • Mutual Aid
    • Board Secretary/Clerk 

Stay Informed

Stay Informed

Remain apprised of the issues and changes affecting your district.

Stay Informed

  • Weekly eNewsletter delivered to your inbox every Tuesday
  • Bi-monthly magazine available in both print and digital formats
  • Access CSDA straight from your mobile device with CSDA - The Hub 

Alliance Partnerships

Special District Risk Management Authority

Access to affordable property/liability & workers’ compensation coverages and health benefits.

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CSDA Finance Corporation

Low cost, accessible financing solutions for all district types and sizes

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Upfront Savings for Routine Expenses

Amazon Business

Complimentary Amazon Business Prime, discounts off thousands of essential items, and pay by invoice

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Enterprise

Discounted government rates on vehicle rentals, as well as fleet management services

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Govdeals

Free sellers account to help manage the sale of their surplus inventory

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Utility Cost Management

Reduce utility costs with no out-of-pocket fees and no staff time required from your district

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Support for Core Operations

CalCAD

First month of DashGIS services free

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CPS HR

Discounted on-demand human resources through an annual HR membership

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Streamline

30% discount on monthly website subscription

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VC3

Discounted cybersecurity and IT services, with no minimum contract requirements

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Tools for Financial Management

Actuarial Retirement Consulting

Discounted pricing on actuarial services for GASB 68, 73, and 75 reporting

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Allpaid

Payment processing at below market, pre-negotiated rates

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California CLASS

Optimize interest earnings while prioritizing safety and liquidity

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CSDA Commercial Card

Access to a commercial card with cash rebates and expense management tools

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