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| Kathleen Quetin |
Ombudsman |
| (916)
327-5762 |
ombudsman@arb.ca.gov |
| In
September of 1999 Governor Davis appointed Kathleen Quetin as ARB's
Ombudsman. She works independently of division staff, reporting
directly to the Chairman of the Board. Prior to joining ARB, Kathleen
was the manager of Governmental & Regulatory Affairs at a major
supermarket chain. In that capacity, she handled corporate governmental
relations and regulatory compliance issues. One of her proudest
accomplishments was the development and implementation of a Liquefied
Natural Gas (LNG) truck fleet. Kathleen has had a diverse work
experience. She drove a truck for ten years, taught elementary school,
and worked for the California Department of Education. Kathleen is an
excellent listener and looks forward to helping people find reasonable
solutions to all conflicts. |
| 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. |
| Diana Simeroth |
Associate
Governmental Program Analyst |
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| (916)
322-3972 |
djsimero@arb.ca.gov |
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| 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. |
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| Zenia Aguilera |
Staff Services
Analyst |
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| (916)
327-1266 |
zaguiler@arb.ca.gov |
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| 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. |
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| Edward Wong |
Air Pollution
Specialist |
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| (916)
322-6925 |
ewong@arb.ca.gov |
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| 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. |
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ARB Ombudsman
1001 I Street
P.O. Box 2815
Sacramento, CA 95814 |
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