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California Special Districts Association

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CSDA proudly represents California's independent special districts. Our members provide essential local services throughout the state.

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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 11h
Sometimes good public policy solves practical problems. With pennies increasingly scarce, CSDA co-sponsored SB 1005 to let local agencies round cash transactions to the nearest nickel. Thank you, @governor.ca.gov, for signing it, and Sen. Anna Caballero for authoring the bill. #DistrictsAdvocate
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 13h
Thank you to @georgewhitesides.bsky.social for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would help federal agencies partner more efficiently and effectively with special districts serving local communities. Please encourage House leadership to bring H.R. 2766 to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
State Senator Suzette Martinez Valladares Assemblymember Celeste Rodriguez Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo (@asmpilarschiavo.bsky.social) LA Supervisor Lindsey Horvath (@lindseyphorvath.bsky.social)
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Thanks to the following legislative offices that joined us: U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (@schiff.senate.gov) U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (@padilla.senate.gov) Rep. George Whitesides (@georgewhitesides.bsky.social) State Senator Caroline Menjivar (@carolinemenjivar.bsky.social)
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
... Sterile Insect Technology facility, showcasing the science, technology, and dedicated professionals behind today’s vector control efforts. It was a great opportunity to connect with legislative staff and highlight the vital role special districts play in protecting Californians.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Legislative staffers recently toured the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District, gaining firsthand insight into the important work being done to protect public health and local communities. The tour included the District’s laboratory, field operations, and innovative ...
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
More than $34M in federal funding is advancing two Central Valley special district water projects to support groundwater sustainability and water reliability. #DistrictsMakeTheDifference
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Fong Announces Over $34 Million for Central Valley Water Projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Vince Fong (CA-20) announced that over $34 million in federal grants has been awarded to two Central Valley water projects. The South Valley Conveyance and Storag...
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Thank you to Rep. David Valadao for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would help improve how the federal government works with special districts and the communities they serve. Please urge House leadership to bring H.R. 2766 to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
CSDA is advocating in the courts to protect the ability of special districts to operate effectively and serve their communities — including on issues involving prevailing wage, rate-setting and governmental immunity. #DistrictsAdvocate
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CSDA Engages Legal Efforts on Prevailing Wage, Rate-Setting, and More
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Thank you to @repraulruizmd.bsky.social for co-sponsoring #HR2766! Special districts provide essential local services, and the bill would help the federal government partner with them more efficiently and effectively. Please encourage House leadership to bring it to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Safe, sustainable water takes expert care, dedication, and teamwork. During California’s Water Professionals Appreciation Week, we celebrate the special district staff who work every day to provide safe and reliable water services to California communities. Thank you, #WaterPros! 💙 #WeAreCAWater
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Thank you to Rep. Jay Obernolte for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would help ensure special districts are consistently recognized as local governments, improving federal-local partnership. Please urge House leadership to bring the bill to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Every day, dedicated water professionals in treatment plants, field crews, and customer service work tirelessly to keep safe, reliable water flowing. Thank you to all our #WaterPros serving California’s special districts! #WaterProfessionalsWeek #WeAreCAWater
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
As California prepares new taxes on digital products, CSDA is advocating to protect essential local services that rely on specialized software. #DistrictsAdvocate #SpecialDistricts
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CSDA Continues Fight Against Specialized Services Tax Ahead of 2027 Implementation
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Thank you to @liccardo.house.gov for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would bring greater consistency to federal recognition of special districts and help agencies partner more effectively with local communities. Please encourage House leadership to bring it to the floor.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Sacramento Suburban Water District plans to acquire a well-maintenance company’s assets and hire its team. The move is expected to break even in three years. www.csda.net/blogs/morgan-leskody/2… #DistrictsMakeTheDifference
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When the Service Supply Chain Breaks - Look for Upstream Solutions
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The Las Virgenes-Triunfo PFA secured $335M+ in state and federal financing for a recycled-water project to strengthen local water reliability. #DistrictsMakeTheDifference
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Las Virgenes-Triunfo PFA Secures $335 Million in State and Federal Financing for Pure Water Project
Strategic financing approach reduces costs for ratepayers while investing in the region’s long-term water future
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Thank you to Rep. Young Kim for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would help ensure special districts are consistently recognized as local governments, strengthening federal-local partnerships. Please urge House leadership to bring H.R. 2766 to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Preparing for severe weather is a state and local partnership. As California prepares for El Niño, special districts help protect communities through flood control, water infrastructure, fire protection and other essential services. @governor.ca.gov
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Governor Newsom proclaims state of emergency to bolster statewide El Nino preparedness, protect California | Governor of California
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Thank you to Rep. Josh Harder for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would give special districts more consistent federal recognition so agencies can partner more effectively with the communities they serve. Please encourage House leadership to schedule a floor vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
As California develops new rules for artificial intelligence, public agencies need the flexibility to adopt and manage emerging technologies responsibly. Several workplace-technology bills opposed by CSDA remain on the governor’s desk ahead of the Sept. 30 deadline. #CSDA #DistrictsAdvocate
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Governor Signs New Executive Order on AI as Employers Await Decisions on Key Bills
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Congratulations to Contra Costa Water District, one of six utilities nationwide receiving the 2026 Sustainable Water Utility Management Award! ccwater.com/m/newsflash/... #DistrictsMakeTheDifference
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Thank you to @repgaramendi.bsky.social for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would establish consistent federal recognition of special districts, helping agencies work more effectively with local communities. Please urge House leadership to bring H.R. 2766 to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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CZU Fire Surcharge Funding Goal Reached!
🔥 CZU Fire Surcharge Funding Goal Reached!We’re pleased to share an important milestone in the San Lorenzo Valley Water District’s recovery from the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fire.The CZ
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Congratulations to San Lorenzo Valley Water District on reaching the $5 million goal for its CZU Fire Surcharge! The surcharge has helped rebuild critical water infrastructure, and work continues to fully rebuild and strengthen the system. #DistrictsMakeTheDifference
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CZU Fire Surcharge Funding Goal Reached!
🔥 CZU Fire Surcharge Funding Goal Reached!We’re pleased to share an important milestone in the San Lorenzo Valley Water District’s recovery from the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fire.The CZ
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Thank you to Rep. Vince Fong for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would help remove barriers to effective partnership between federal agencies and special districts serving local communities. Please encourage House leadership to bring H.R. 2766 to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Thank you to @carbajal.house.gov for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would help the federal government more effectively partner with special districts and the communities they serve. Please urge House leadership to advance H.R. 2766 to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Thank you to Rep. Ken Calvert for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would provide greater consistency so federal agencies can work more efficiently and effectively with special districts. Please encourage House leadership to bring H.R. 2766 to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Thank you to @juliabrownley.house.gov for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would help strengthen partnerships between the federal government and special districts serving local communities. Please urge House leadership to bring H.R. 2766 to the floor for a vote.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
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Woodside Fire Protection District recently hosted a full-scale drill in Portola Valley, where residents practiced evacuation procedures and partner agencies tested communications and coordination. ht...
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Woodside Fire Protection District recently hosted a full-scale drill in Portola Valley, where residents practiced evacuation procedures and partner agencies tested communications and coordination. www.woodsidefire.org/our-district... #DistrictsMakeTheDifference #PreparednessMonth
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National Special Districts Association @nsdadistricts.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
September is National Preparedness Month. NSDA supports this important initiative and recognizes the special districts working every day to prepare their communities for emergencies, strengthen resilience and protect the people they serve. #NationalPreparednessMonth #NSDAdistricts
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Thank you to @kevinmullin.house.gov for co-sponsoring #HR2766! The bill would help the federal government more efficiently and effectively partner with special districts serving our communities. Please urge House leadership to bring H.R. 2766 to the floor for a vote.
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League of California Cities @calcities.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Cal Cities, @cacounties.bsky.social, Rural County Representatives of California, California Special Districts Association, and Urban Counties of California appreciate @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social’s decision to veto AB 1383, protecting PEPRA and the long-term financial health of local communities.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Erasmo also spent time with District CEO & CSDA Board President Lorenzo Rios as community members came together to honor fallen lives, first responders, and heroes. Thank you to the District for creating a place to remember, reflect, and honor. #CSDA #SpecialDistricts #September11
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
CSDA Field Coordinator Erasmo Viveros joined the Clovis Veterans Memorial District for their 9/11 program. A highlight was hearing former Asst. Secretary of the Air Force Michael Montelongo share his powerful firsthand story of being inside the Pentagon on September 11. (1/2)
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National Special Districts Association @nsdadistricts.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Thank you to Rep. Kevin Mullin (D-Calif.), our newest co-sponsor of the Special District Fairness and Accessibility Act (H.R. 2766)! We’re grateful for your leadership in standing with the nation’s special districts and the communities they serve. #SpecialDistricts #HR2766 #NSDAdistricts
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Congratulations to the Association of San Bernardino County Special Districts, CSDA’s 2026 Chapter of the Year! 🏆 Thank you for strengthening connections and collaboration throughout the special district community. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
A huge thank you to the following legislators that joined us: Rep. @georgewhitesides.bsky.social, Senator Suzette Martinez Valladares, Assemblymember Juan Carrillo, @assemblymanlackey.bsky.social, @asmpilarschiavo.bsky.social, and Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger!
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
The luncheon provided a valuable opportunity for special district leaders to connect directly with elected representatives and strengthen relationships that help advance the important work of special districts throughout North Los Angeles County.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
The Special Districts Association of North Los Angeles County recently hosted a Legislative Luncheon, bringing together approximately 60 attendees and six elected officials for meaningful conversation, collaboration, and discussion on issues important to special districts and their communities.
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Congratulations to Camarillo Health Care District, recipient of CSDA’s 2026 Innovative Project of the Year — Small District award! 🏆 Thank you for demonstrating the innovation and leadership of California’s special districts. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Congratulations to Irvine Ranch Water District, recipient of CSDA’s 2026 Excellence in Technology Award! 🏆 Thank you for showing how innovation and technology can strengthen special district services. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Congratulations to Yorba Linda Water District, recipient of CSDA’s 2026 Innovative Program of the Year — Large District award! 🏆 Thank you for demonstrating the innovation and leadership of California’s special districts. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Congratulations to San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District, recipient of CSDA’s 2026 Exceptional Public Outreach & Advocacy Award — Small District! 🏆 Thank you for your commitment to effective public outreach and advocacy. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Congratulations to Charlotte Lopez Holifield of Calleguas Municipal Water District, recipient of CSDA’s 2026 Ralph Heim Exceptional Outreach & Advocacy Award! 🏆 Thank you for your outstanding advocacy on behalf of special districts. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Congratulations to Arlene Schafer of Costa Mesa Sanitary District, recipient of CSDA’s 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award! 🏆 Thank you for your extraordinary commitment and lasting contributions to California’s special district community. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Congratulations to Debra A. Canero of Valley Sanitary District, CSDA’s 2026 Board Member of the Year! 🏆 Thank you for your leadership and dedication to the special district community. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Congratulations to Inland Empire Utilities Agency, recipient of CSDA’s 2026 Exceptional Public Outreach & Advocacy Award — Large District! 🏆 Thank you for your commitment to effective public outreach and advocacy. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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California Special Districts Association @csdadistricts.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Congratulations to Kim Boyd of Tahoe City Public Utility District, CSDA’s 2026 Staff Member of the Year! 🏆 Thank you for your leadership and commitment to public service and California’s special district communities. #CSDAconf26 #SpecialDistricts #CSDA
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