aqmdThe air pollution control agency for smoggy Southern California is looking to enlist a firm to develop and guide an "environmental justice" program to foster stronger ties with businesses and the community.

The South Coast Air Quality Management District released an RFP this week to develop the Environmental Justice Community Partners, created in February "to strengthen relationships and build alliances with community members and organizations across the region with the goal of achieving clean air and healthy, sustainable communities for everyone. "

The agency wants a PA/PR-savvy firm experienced with government entities for the account, which includes work from drafting the EJCP's charter to government and community outreach, workshop development,  and marketing materials, among other tasks.

Proposals are due Aug. 12. View the RFP (link, PDF)