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The
California Association of LAFCOs, or CALAFCO, was formed in 1971 as a
voluntary association. It provides a means of sharing information, coordinating
LAFCO activities throughout the State and representing LAFCO interests
before the Legislature.
Commissioners are encouraged to participate in CALAFCO activities depending upon their interests to ensure closer coordination and information exchange with the Statewide association. CALAFCO Executive Board: In accordance with its Bylaws, the Association is governed by an Executive Board composed of 13 LAFCO Commissioners -- there are four City members, four County members, three Public members and two Special District members. In addition, a LAFCO Executive Officer and a LAFCO Legal Adviser serve as non-voting members of the Board. Annual membership dues are specified in the Association Bylaws according to CSAC's classification. Rural, Suburban and Urban counties. CALAFCO Newsletter: The Association's quarterly newsletter details matters of interest to LAFCOs including significant litigation and legislative changes. Copies are distributed to all members of the Commission. CALAFCO newsletter committee encourages articles by Commissioners or staff and is interested in knowing what subjects would be of interest for future articles. Conferences and Workshops CALAFCO Annual Conference is held in the Fall at locations alternating between northern and southern California. There are discussions, workshops, presentations and informal activities. The Association also sponsors a Spring workshop, periodic Clerk Workshops and other seminars when needed. Annual Business Meeting The annual business meeting is held in conjunction with the Annual Conference. Each LAFCO in good standing has one vote when members of the Executive Committee are selected and other items of Association business decided. | ||||
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