The Ombudsman and Her Staff

Ombudsman

Philip Loder - Deputy Ombudsman

(916) 322-2467 ploder@arb.ca.gov

Phil Loder started with ARB's Ombudsman Office in 2007 after having worked with the California Department of Toxics' pollution prevention program for 13 years. Phil also has field experience in environmental inspections, audits, and enforcement. Phil's experience with the regulated community gives him the ability to evaluate their concerns and effectively assist them with their needs. Phil is ARB's Deputy Ombudsman and is the primary contact when the Ombudsman is unavailable. Phil is ready to work with industry to resolve their issues in the best possible manner.

Anthony J. Marin - Air Resources Specialist

(916) 445-5569 amarin@arb.ca.gov

Anthony J. Marin joined the ARB’s Office of the Ombudsman in November of 2007 to provide guidance to businesses and individuals concerning state and local air pollution issues. Anthony is fluent in Spanish and is our primary liaison with our Spanish speaking community. Prior to promoting to the Air Resources Board, Anthony worked with the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) for seven years. With the CIWMB, Anthony provided scientific and technical assistance to state agencies concerning their waste disposal and more notably, their waste diversion efforts. Aside from many personal environmental endeavors, Anthony’s accumulated environmental history includes two years with the Fair Oaks Water District as their water conservationalist, and a degree in Environmental Studies with a minor in Biological Science from California State University Sacramento.
image of Diana discussing air quality inventory with a stakeholder

image of Diana discussing air quality inventory with a stakeholder

Diana Simeroth - Associate Governmental Program Analyst

(916) 322-3972 djsimero@arb.ca.gov

Diana came to work in the Ombudsman's Office at the Air Resources Board in December of 1999 transferring over from the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs. She is the primary point of contact for delegations from foreign governments and non-governmental organizations that seek insight into California's air quality regulatory programs and history. She investigates and resolves disputes and complaints of businesses and individuals concerning state and local air pollution issues. She works on public outreach activities and other special projects as assigned.

Zenia Aguilera - Staff Services Analyst

(916) 327-1266 zaguiler@arb.ca.gov

Zenia Aguilera transferred to the Ombudsman's Office in April 2007 after having worked with the Planning and Technical Support Division. She had previously worked for the ARB as a student assistant in the Public Information Office. After graduation, she worked with several nonprofit organizations but eventually came back to the ARB to help continue their important work. Zenia is a Staff Services Analyst within the Ombudsman's office and assists consumers by researching and locating information on ARB issues.

Edward Wong - Air Pollution Specialist

(916) 322-6925 ewong@arb.ca.gov

Ed is lead of the Air Quality Education Program. He has been with the program since 2000 and with the Ombudsman’s Office since 2002. He has been at ARB for over two decades and worked in training, enforcement, and rule development. Prior to joining ARB, Ed taught secondary school science and math and held temporary positions at several state and federal agencies. Ed’s duties and responsibilities include giving presentations; conducting lessons, training and public outreach; developing connections with formal and informal education institutions; and reviewing and sharing K‑12 curricula, materials, and activities that raise awareness and increase the understanding of the interrelationship between air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, human health, the environment, and the choices people make.

Contact the Ombudsman:

ARB Ombudsman
1001 I Street
P.O. Box 2815
Sacramento, CA 95814

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