A roadside emission survey by a program representative from the Department of Consumer Affairs in Bouquet Canyon Road near Central Park got mixed up with immigration enforcement concerns. Francisco Hernandez, an audits and roadsides representative, said that the staff conducts an annual survey to collect vehicle emissions data.
The collected data is only used to evaluate California’s emissions reduction program. To avoid confusion, Hernandez distributed information sheets explaining the purpose of the survey. However, some concerned residents believed it was part of a government enforcement operation.
Hernandez clarified that his Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) is not affiliated with any government enforcement agency. The process involves randomly selecting cars, informing drivers about the survey, and measuring exhaust emissions.
The goal is to collect data from 40 cars per survey, and participants can opt out if they do. After completing the survey, Hernandez shares information on vehicle repairs needed and provides an informational guide to help participants find necessary services.
Hernandez aims for a day’s collection of 40 cars, stating that having more than that would not be necessary. So far, six people have chosen not to participate in data collection.
Source: https://signalscv.com/2025/03/roadside-emission-survey-mistaken-for-immigration-checkpoint