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SB 239 (Hertzberg): Local Services: Contracts: Fire Protection Services.  Senate Bill 239 requires a local agency to enter into a written agreement for the performance of new or extended services pursuant to a fire protection reorganization contract with each affected public agency and recognized fire protection employee organization prior to submitting to the local LAFCO a resolution of application and a plan for services.  Status: Signed into law by the Governor.   RCRC Position: Oppose