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.

21 - CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS

California Volunteers is charged with increasing the number and impact of Californians involved with service and volunteering throughout the state. California Volunteers administers programs such as AmeriCorps and Disaster Volunteering and Preparedness, guides policy development to support the nonprofit and service fields, and leads the Service Enterprise Initiative, which empowers a nonprofit to more efficiently engage volunteers and effectively address community needs. Through the efforts of California Volunteers, Californians of all ages and abilities are provided ongoing opportunities to volunteer, to become better prepared to respond in emergencies and disasters, and ultimately, to embrace a lifetime ethic of service.

31 - STRATEGIC GROWTH COUNCIL

The Council coordinates interagency efforts and partners with stakeholders to promote sustainable development, improving air and water quality, protecting natural resources and agricultural lands, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.