The Independent Cities Association (ICA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public benefit corporation that was established in 1961 by the full service cities
(cities that provide their own police and/or fire services) in Southern California to represent the interests of the member cities collectively.

ICA is a no nonsense organization governed by a 20 member Board of Directors elected by the member cities. The combined population of ICA members cities is approximately 7 million.

The Independent Cities Association maintains
public/private partnerships with carefully selected
public and private sector organizations for the purpose of furthering the interests of all concerned.

Mission Statement

"The mission of the Independent Cities Association is to educate, advocate, and provide information on issues of common concern. We will work in cooperation with one another and all levels of government to achieve goals and provide services that are mutually beneficial to our members."