Preparing for an Evaluation

The evaluation process can be used to increase the overall performance and success of a local enforcement agency (LEA). LEAs are encouraged to review the following information as a self-assessment.

The LEA Evaluation involves a review of the Solid Waste Information System (SWIS) database to confirm or deny six statutory findings (PRC section 43214(d)). The accuracy of the SWIS database influences the duration of the process.

The following summarizes some points to review before an evaluation.

1. SWIS Database: Does the jurisdiction’s data concur with SWIS data?
2. Are permits and closure requirements being met and current?
3. Are sites being inspected according to their inspection frequencies?
4. Are appropriate enforcement actions taken? Are there any outstanding enforcement actions?
5. Certification Maintenance (Enforcement Program Plan update) involving the existence, currency, and adequacy of:
   1. An accurate inventory of the jurisdictions’ solid waste facilities and disposal sites
   2. A workload analysis
   3. Staffing and technical expertise
   4. A budget
   5. The hearing panel

CalRecycle staff continually offers and provides ongoing assistance to LEAs. For more information, visit the Triggers for Local Enforcement Agency Assistance page.