Local Enforcement Agency
The Kern County Solid Waste Program is the Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) for the California Department of Resources, Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). This division aims to safeguard public health and protect the environment. Kern County LEA’s primary responsibilities are: To oversee the handling, processing, and disposal of non-hazardous solid wastes; monitor vector control issues; monitor odors, litter, gas migration, and solid waste cover at permitted Kern County facilities. Our program also maintains new and revised Solid Waste Facility Permits and completes many permit related tasks and responsibilities.
Notice
There will be a public informational meeting about the new Solid Waste Facility Permit for Tehachapi Recycling & Transfer Station within Tehachapi Sanitary Landfill. It will be held via Microsoft Teams on Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.