Local Planning and Zoning Boards, City Planning Commissions, County Planning Boards:
Specify land use zoning and boundary determinations, conduct general community planning, oversee program operation.

Local Erosion and Sediment Control Districts:
Responsible for oversight of activities that could cause erosion and sedimentation.

Local Irrigation or Acequia Districts:
Regulate local water use and maintain public or jointly owned irrigation projects. Responsible for control of pollution and erosion from construction projects.

Local Municipal Utilities Districts:
Oversee construction and maintenance of public works projects for water and sewer (occasionally energy). Taxing and bond issuing authority.

Regional Planning Commissions and Councils of Government:
Assist in the coordination of activities of all governments within the council's area. Provide technical assistance, information and promotes special projects of benefit to all.

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