California Statewide Communities Development Authority (CSCDA) is a joint powers authority sponsored by the League of California Cities ("Cal Cities") and the California State Association of Counties ("CSAC"). CSCDA was created by Cal Cities and CSAC in 1988 to provide California’s local governments with an effective tool for the timely financing of community-based public benefit projects. CSCDA enables local government and eligible private entities to access low-cost, tax- exempt financing for projects that provide a tangible public benefit, contribute to social and economic growth, and improve the overall quality of life in local communities throughout California. The Executive Director is the chief administrative officer of CSCDA, the CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCD