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The Legal Office provides the Board and Board staff with support on legal
history, actions, analysis, and advice. The office supervises all litigation and other
legal actions entered into by the Board. The Legal Office provides the following broad
categories of assistance:
- Provides legal services necessary to implement the programs mandated by The California
Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 (AB 939, Sher, Chapter 1095, Statutes of 1989) and
subsequent statutes related to integrated waste management. Recommends positions which
will allow the board to implement its policies.
- Advises regarding legal requirements related to development and adoption of
regulations,
including requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act and procedures of the Office of
Administrative Law.
- Reviews contracts entered into by the Board. Advises Board staff regarding contract
requirements and procedures when necessary.
- Represents the Board in personnel actions and provides legal counsel on personnel
matters, including adverse actions and affirmative action, as well as in matters
concerning labor relations, including bargaining unit contracts and grievances.
- With the Attorney General, represents the Board in litigation brought on behalf of or
against the Board. The Board has the authority to take enforcement action independent of
the local enforcement agencies. Through the Attorney General's office, the Board may
pursue both civil and criminal penalties for violations of State standards for solid waste
facilities. Board enforcement authority also covers statewide planning requirements which
local governments are responsible to implement.
- Responds to legal inquiries from Cal/EPA, other State control agencies, and affected
parties regarding responsibilities and authority of the Board as well as waste management
law and regulations.
- Provides assistance and coordination by consulting with counsel from the financial
community regarding integrated waste management project finance and with private industry
counsel regarding facility permitting and regulatory compliance.
Staff
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For more information on programs managed by this office, see the following
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