Kern County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo), March 18, 2026

The Kern County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) held its meeting on March 18, 2026, focusing primarily on procurement and budgetary matters. The commission reviewed and approved the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, which maintains core operations and staffing flexibility, including funding for AI tools to support municipal service reviews. The budget is funded mainly through assessments on the county, cities, and special districts, with application fees covering a smaller portion. Additionally, the commission approved the dissolution of the Lamont Storm Water District, transferring its assets and responsibilities to Kern County to improve stormwater management and grant competitiveness. The meeting also included approval of monthly expenses and the destruction of archived commission records. Commissioners discussed office location stability, membership dues, and staffing changes, with plans to finalize the budget in April 2026.