IDEAA

Mission

To provide and maintain an inclusive workplace culture and celebrate diversity so that all ideas, collaborations, and perspectives flourish to better connect with our environment and the community we serve.

Demographics

(Information is Based on 2022 Census)

APCD Employee Gender

55% Male
45% Female

APCD Employee Ethnicity

74% White
22% Hispanic
2% Asian
2% Other – Multiracial

 

Santa Barbara County Ethnicity

41% White
47% Hispanic
6% Asian
6% Other – Multiracial

Meet the IDEAA Committee Team

AIR DISTRICT OUTREACH

The APCD has expanded our Spanish translation services, providing important health and air quality communication to underserved communities of Santa Barbara County. 

COMMITMENT AND VALUES

The APCD is committed to fostering a diverse workforce to create an inclusive workplace that recognizes and values all backgrounds, voices, roles, ideas and contributions. We will continue to build upon our commitment while promoting respect and unity within our agency and across the community we serve.

Past Presentations

2022 Board of Directors Presentation – Introduction to the District’s IDEAA Committee and DE&I Program

Equal Employment Opportunities

The APCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability. At the District, we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity during our recruitment, hiring and promotions practices.

air pollution control district logo

Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District will be closed December 25 through January 1, reopening on January 2, 2026.

If you experience an air quality emergency during this time, dial 9-1-1 to reach first responders. For non-urgent matters, you can send a message via our website: https://www.ourair.org/contact-us/. We look forward to working with you in the new year. Happy Holidays!

El Distrito de Control de la Contaminación del Aire del Condado de Santa Bárbara estará cerrado del 25 de diciembre hasta el 1 de enero y reabrirá el 2 de enero del 2026. Si tiene una emergencia de calidad del aire durante este tiempo, marque al 9-1-1 para comunicarse con los primeros auxilios. Para asuntos que no sean urgentes, puede enviar un mensaje a través de nuestra página de internet: https://www.ourair.org/contacto/?lang=es. Esperamos trabajar con usted en el nuevo año. ¡Felices Fiestas!