Students, parents, and teachers: the #DistrictsMakeTheDifference 2026 Student Video Contest is open! Create a short video showing how special districts make a difference in your community for a chance to win a $2,000 scholarship.

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CSDA was proud to recognize @asmransom.bsky.social as the Association’s 2025 Legislator of the Year at this morning’s Stanislaus–San Joaquin Bi-County Chapter meeting.

Grateful for Assembly Member Ransom’s work on behalf of special districts in AD 13 and across California.

Congratulations!

CSDA supports ASAE’s Trust Associations campaign which highlights the vital role associations play in local communities. As a statewide association representing thousands of CA special districts, CSDA connects state and local governments so districts can better serve millions of Californians.

As Chino and Chino Hills grow, so do emergency calls. The Chino Valley Independent Fire District highlights why infrastructure funding is a prerequisite for adding housing in — without it, public safety suffers and the costs shift to taxpayers.

Thank you, Sen. Caballero, for bringing together national experts to discuss building a healthy future. Special districts play a critical role in ensuring access to healthcare in rural communities.

Thank you to @ucmerced.bsky.social for hosting the event and participating in the expert panel.

The Imperial Irrigation District and the City of Indio recently broke ground on the first of four energy infrastructure projects. Together, these projects will provide enough power to energize the equivalent of 16,000 single-family homes.

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