The question of incorporation is placed on the ballot for East LA residents to vote on.
Once the election results are certified, typically there is at least a two to three-month period during whic...
Transition into city
Jun 2010 to Jun 2011
The County is required to provide services during the first partial fiscal year after incorporation, and the new city reimburses the net expense over a five year period.
Election resolution adopted
Mar 2010
LAFCO may adopt a resolution to place the question of incorporation on East LA's ballot. At a public hearing, LAFCO’s Commission hears the staff report and testimony of interested parties both supp...
Negotiations, review, report
Oct 2009 to Feb 2010
After a preliminary draft of the CFA has been prepared, the incorporation proponents and the County negotiate fiscal terms and conditions. LAFCO executive officer’s report makes recommendations on ...
Submit application
Jan 2009
ELARA submit the petitions, proposal, map and legal description to LAFCO.
Comprehensive Fiscal Analysis conducted
Jan 2009 to Sep 2009
A Comprehensive Fiscal Analysis (CFA) is prepared. LAFCO issues a request for proposals from consultants. Preparing a CFA requires data collection, substantial analysis and report preparation.
Signature verification
Dec 2008
Within 30 days of receiving the petition, the LAFCO executive officer will have it examined by the county elections official who determines the number of qualified signers.
Signature gathering drive
Jun 2008 to Nov 2008
ELARA collects signatures from 25 percent or more of East LA registered voters. There is up to 180 days to complete this process.
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