Well, we're people just like you and your friends and neighbors and our goal is to relate to you in a simple, friendly fashion while performing our mandated responsibilities.

Compliance staff is composed of the inspectors who annually inspect every permitted source to verify continuing adherence to District requirements.  A Notice of Violation (NOV) is written when non-compliance is found.  Although the District strongly believes that education is the better way to foster compliance, repeat offenders can incur  stiff penalties.

Stationary Sources is the first stop for a new business.  This is where they apply for an air quality permit and work with the engineer who determines the District conditions under which the business can operate.

Air Monitoring staff operates and maintains nine air monitoring stations within our 20,000+ mile jurisdiction.  These stations are located in Apple Valley, Barstow, Hesperia, Lucerne Valley, Phelan, Trona, 29 Palms and Victorville.  Pollutants monitored include Ozone, Nitrogen Dioxide, Hydrogen Dioxide, and PM-10 and PM-2.5.  The data complied is forwarded to the California Air Resources Board to b used in determining District progress in achieving cleaner air.

Administrative Services is the District support staff, handling the financial aspects of our operation.  Our state-of-the-art billing and permitting computer system has simplified permit renewals and is maintained by this section.

Community Relations & Education (CRE) is the office of the District which provides community outreach, media relations and public educational services.  Speakers on air quality topics are available to schools, public groups, government organizations and business associations.  CRE staff also represent the District at local conferences and community events which promote the District's environmental and business friendly philosophies.