![]() ![]() The law works to empower Californians by giving them the information they need to help hold law enforcement agencies accountable. Specifically, the law works to increase transparency relating to serious uses of force, officer-involved shootings, and specific types of peace officer misconduct, including sustained findings of filing false reports or the destruction of evidence, or sexual assault involving a member of the public. Senate Bill 1421 is a landmark piece of legislation that created a framework for the disclosure of certain law enforcement records under California law. At the California Department of Justice, we know it’s on us to set the standard and we’re ready to take on this important challenge.” Today’s announcement is not an end rather, it is key step forward on the path toward justice. Ultimately, that trust is a fundamental part of providing public safety in the 21st century. And, by shining a light on misconduct where it occurs, we’re also working to rebuild trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve. When we fight for transparency and accountability, we’re fighting to strengthen our institutions. “With Senate Bill 1421, that era of California’s history has come and gone. ![]() “For decades, peace officer misconduct records have been shrouded in secrecy,” said Attorney General Bonta. As part of that process, DOJ will continue to work with the First Amendment Coalition, KQED, and the San Francisco Superior Court to ensure that responsive, non-exempt records are released in a timely fashion, while keeping important safeguards - including those that are meant to protect witnesses - in place. Today’s announcement comes as part of a court-approved agreement with the First Amendment Coalition and KQED to complete, by September 26, 2021, DOJ's review, redaction, and production of requested, written records. He will advance EDF’s work on implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act and expand EDF’s collaborative relationships with agricultural, environmental justice, conservation and other partners.SACRAMENTO – In an effort to increase transparency, California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced steps that the California Department of Justice (DOJ) is taking to accelerate the release of third-party peace officer use-of-force and misconduct records - covered under Senate Bill 1421 - in DOJ's possession. Myatt will play a leading role in the development and execution of replicable strategies and tools to create more resilient water and land systems across California, with a focus on the Central Valley. “I am excited to be part of an organization that is committed to solving complex environmental issues with creative approaches and inclusive partnerships.” ![]() Long-term resilience of our water systems requires immediate and bold action, in collaboration with the larger community,” said Myatt. “I’m honored to join the talented team at EDF to advance solutions for our most pressing water challenges. We’re thrilled to see Mike continuing his passion for climate resilience for Environmental Defense Fund.” “Mike’s efforts were integral to the passage and implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, the Open and Transparent Water Data Act and more. “Mike was a leader and innovator on behalf of the Water Foundation for more than a decade,” said Allison Harvey Turner, CEO of the Water Foundation. “Mike brings a wealth of experience that will help us apply lessons learned in California to other U.S. "I am excited to work closely with Mike to advance California’s water and land resilience by expanding use of our water accounting and trading platform, supporting implementation of California’s new Multibenefit Land Repurposing Program, and advancing holistic governance and science programs in the Sacramento Valley.” said Ann Hayden, EDF’s Associate Vice President, Climate Resilient Water Systems. His broad experience also includes nearly three years serving as board chair of the California Water Consortium, six years working at the California Department of Water Resources and eight years as a policy and finance analyst with the CALFED Bay-Delta Program. Myatt brings extensive expertise in sustainable groundwater management, water data transparency and integration, healthy rivers and business outreach to the position.īefore joining EDF, Myatt was a program officer at the Water Foundation for 10 years, creating and leading coalition-building efforts among various environmental organizations, including EDF, with an emphasis on multibenefit solutions and cross-sector collaboration. 8, 2022) Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) welcomed Michael Myatt today as a Senior Director, Climate Resilient Water Systems, to help lead its California water work. ![]()
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