In theory, the county should be protecting residents from pollution and other hazards from local mines. However, in April, 2006, The California State Mining and Geology Board determined that Santa Clara Country was NOT properly overseeing Hanson and other mines in the county. The country has been on probation ever since. Links to the official docuements on the CA.GOV web site are below.

Report by the Office of Mine Reclamation Regarding Santa Clara County.

45-day Notice to Correct Deficiencies Issued to Santa Clara County April 19, 2006.

Review of Santa Clara County's Response to the Board's 45-day Notice to Correct Deficiencies Issued April 19, 2006

SMGB decision to continue review Sept. 13, 2007.