MEDIA STATEMENT
August 15, 2025
Contact:
Lyz Bantilan, Public Information Officer, (805) 979-8283
Statement from Santa Barbara County APCD Executive Director Aeron Arlin Genet re:
District Attorney’s Settlement with Central Coast Agriculture –
Buellton Generators Case
We are relieved that this case is now settled, and we appreciate the work of the District Attorney’s Office to get to this point. APCD very rarely opts to forward cases to the District Attorney’s Office. These were serious violations of air quality rules that resulted in significant emissions of pollutants that affect human health. Pending approval by our Board of Directors, we look forward to putting a meaningful portion of our financial settlement toward a Clean Air Fund program for Buellton residents.