About Special Districts

As the most local form of local government, special districts work hard every day to serve their constituents, Learn more about what makes special districts so special!

Authorizing Statute/Enabling Act for RD1600:

Reclamation District No. 1600 (RD 1600), also known as the Mull District, was formed in the 40th Session of the California State Legislature on May 26, 1913, effective on August 10, 1913, pursuant to Chapter 195 of the Statutes of California of 1913, Sections 1-3 (Stats. 1913, p. 338) and is now governed pursuant to California Water Code Division 15, Sections 50000 et seq. RD 1600 provides flood protection, levee maintenance, drainage, and related services within its approximately 6,924-acre service area in Yolo County.

Agency Statute Enabling Act Amended 1919.pdf Agency Statute Enabling Act 1913.pdf

Board Ethhics Training Certificates:

EthicsTrainingCertificate_Clark26.pdf EthicsTrainingCertificateREYES_26.pdf

What is a Special District?

Special districts are created and funded by a community’s residents to provide new or enhanced local services and infrastructure. Local residents own special districts and govern them through locally elected or appointed board members. California Special Districts are passionate about providing high-quality services and resources in the most efficient and effective manner.

Resources for Good District Governance

The California Special District Association (CSDA) is the voice for special districts, providing districts with the resources necessary to best serve their communities. CSDA offers education and training, legal advice, legislative advocacy, capital improvement funding, and current information that is crucial to special district management and operational effectiveness.

Special District Transparency and Accountability

The Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) is an independent, non-profit organization formed to promote and recognize excellence in the governance and management of special districts through certification, accreditation and other recognition programs. Their vision is that every special district in California has well trained, knowledgeable decision-makers and engages the public through a…