The Local Agency Formation Commission, or LAFCO, is a state mandated independent local agency established to oversee the boundaries of cities and special districts in Santa Clara County.
News and Announcements
LAFCO Protest Hearing - South Santa Clara County Fire Protection District Dissolution and Santa Clara County Central Fire Protection District Annexation/Sphere of Influence Amendment
NOW AVAILABLE! Updated LAFCO Policies (Phase 1)
NOW AVAILABLE! Countywide Fire Service Review Final Report
Video Recording of a Session on Environmental Justice at the 2024 CALAFCO Annual Conference
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All MeetingsCommission Meeting
1:15 pm
70 West Hedding Street
San Jose, CA 95110
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who are the LAFCO Commissioners?
Commissioners exercise independent judgment and represent the interests of the public as a whole in furthering the mandate of LAFCO.
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Maps Portal (GIS)
LAFCO is a resource for City and Special District boundary information in Santa Clara County. Use this interactive mapping tool to view the various boundaries.
Comprehensive Review & Update of Policies
Santa Clara LAFCO is conducting a comprehensive review and update of its policies to better meet its legislative mandate; make its policies consistent with recent changes to State law; better document its current and historic practices; provide better guidance to affected agencies, the public, and potential applicants; and increase clarity and transparency of its policies. The proposed policy revisions and associated documents are now available for your review.
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