Description: <DIV STYLE="text-align:Left;font-size:12pt"><P><SPAN>The Annexation History layer provides detailed, regularly updated information about the historical expansion of the City of La Mesa through annexations. This dataset is a valuable resource for city officials, urban planners, researchers, and the public, offering insights into the growth and development of the city’s boundaries over time. It includes critical attributes such as annexation dates, unique annexation numbers, and the year of completion, which collectively provide a comprehensive record of territorial changes and their historical context. This information supports historical research, urban development planning, and strategic decision-making regarding land use and municipal services.</SPAN></P><P><SPAN /></P><P><SPAN>In addition to temporal data, the dataset includes unique identifiers for each annexation, ensuring precise record-keeping and enabling seamless integration with other geographic information systems. The feature layer is updated as new historical data becomes available or as records are refined, ensuring accuracy and relevance. By making this information publicly accessible through the City of La Mesa’s open data platform, the city enhances transparency, fosters civic engagement, and supports a deeper understanding of the city’s growth and evolution. This dataset plays a key role in preserving the historical narrative of La Mesa’s development while informing future planning initiatives.</SPAN></P></DIV>
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