WHY BECOME AN ASSOCIATE MEMBER?
Associate Membership is a practical way to participate in CALAFCO's educational programs, receive information about statewide LAFCO issues, and develop professional relationships across California's local government community.
Connect
Build professional relationships with commissioners, staff, legal counsel, and others engaged in California's LAFCO community.
Learn
Take part in CALAFCO conferences, workshops, and educational opportunities while expanding your understanding of statewide issues.
Engage
Stay informed, exchange perspectives, and participate in CALAFCO's statewide educational and professional community.
Benefits Available to Associate Members
Current Associate Member benefits include:
- Receive Associate Member registration rates for CALAFCO conferences and workshops.
- Receive applicable multiple-registration discounts for CALAFCO University courses.
- Access CALAFCO's members-only resources.
- Receive CALAFCO communications, updates, announcements, and meeting notices.
- Attend CALAFCO Board meetings and provide input at times designated by the Chair.
- Participate in CALAFCO's statewide educational and professional community.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
CALAFCO offers two Associate Membership levels. Silver provides access to CALAFCO programs, information, and member rates. Gold includes the Silver benefits plus enhanced year-round visibility and recognition.
Gold Associate Membership
$1,762 annually
Fiscal Year 2026–27
Gold Associate Membership includes all common Associate Member benefits, along with enhanced year-round visibility and recognition.
- All common Associate Member benefits listed above
- Organization logo and website link in CALAFCO's Gold Associate Member display
- Enhanced profile in the Associate Member Directory
Silver Associate Membership
$529 annually
Fiscal Year 2026–27
Silver Associate Membership provides an accessible way to participate in CALAFCO programs, receive information, and connect with California's LAFCO community.
- All common Associate Member benefits listed above
- Basic listing in the Associate Member Directory
ELIGIBILITY AND MEMBERSHIP TERMS
Associate Membership is available to qualifying individuals, government agencies, businesses, and educational institutions that support CALAFCO's work and California's LAFCO community. Eligibility is subject to CALAFCO's bylaws and applicable policies.
Associate Members are nonvoting members of CALAFCO.
CALAFCO's membership year follows its July 1–June 30 fiscal year. Annual dues are prorated for new Associate Members. Renewal dues must be paid by September 1 to maintain membership privileges. The dues shown above apply to Fiscal Year 2026–27.
Become Part of Our Professional Community
Interested in Joining CALAFCO?
Whether you want to expand professional connections, participate in educational opportunities, or stay informed about issues affecting California's LAFCOs, we invite you to explore Associate Membership. If you have questions about eligibility or which level is appropriate, please contact us.
