0650 Office of Planning & Research
Program Descriptions

11 - STATE PLANNING AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT

The major activities of the Office include: (1) recommending and implementing state policies with regard to land-use and growth planning; (2) coordinating the implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act, including: (a) operating the State Clearinghouse; (b) developing guidelines; (c) providing technical assistance; and (d) providing training; (3) supporting the Governor's Advisor for Military Affairs and Governor's Military Council; (4) providing policy research for the Governor and Cabinet; (5) providing technical advice to local governments with regard to land use planning and compliance with environmental statutes and regulations; (6) preparing guidelines to local agency formation commissions; and (7) conducting other activities as the Governor may direct.