LAFCO File No. 4-S-24 | Garden Farms Community Water District Municipal Service Review and Sphere of Influence Study

The San Luis Obispo County Local Agency Formation Commission has completed a Municipal Service Review and Sphere of Influence Study for the Garden Farms Community Water District, aligning with state legal requirements under Government Code Sections 56430 and 56425. The study establishes a 20-year growth boundary, known as the Sphere of Influence, defining the areas where the District may provide services in the future. This boundary serves as the foundation for determining potential expansion of service territories and is directly tied to the findings of the Municipal Service Review, which assessed the District's current public services. The Commission formally amended the District’s Sphere of Influence as outlined in Attachment A, Exhibit C of the May 21, 2026 staff report, which is publicly available on the LAFCO website. The District’s authorized functions have been officially limited to water supply and distribution, including the operation and maintenance of wells, storage facilities, and treatment systems, as mandated by California Water Code Section 30000. This restriction ensures the District remains focused on its core water delivery mission without expanding into other municipal services. All actions taken were based on comprehensive analysis and public process requirements, and the resulting Sphere of Influence is enforceable under state law. Point of contact for inquiries regarding the study and future amendments is Melissa B Morris, Commission Clerk, reachable through the provided email and phone number.