Business Details
27 Years
experience
Municipal Consulting for Waste & Film Permitting Experts
Founded in 1999 by CEO Kimberly Collins Nilsson, our firm specializes in municipal consulting for waste management and film permitting services. With a background in Civil Engineering, our leadership team has developed expertise in designing recycling programs compliant with CalRecycle regulations while managing operational logistics for cities across Southern California. Our multidisciplinary team combines technical knowledge in grant writing, program design, and regulatory compliance to deliver tailored solutions for local governments.We maintain long-standing partnerships with jurisdictions like Malibu and Agoura Hills, where we operate dedicated film offices that balance production needs with community safety. Our commitment to transparency and regulatory adherence ensures cities receive comprehensive support for environmental initiatives and entertainment industry coordination.
Services
Waste Management Consulting
Film Permitting Services
Recycling Program Design
SB1383 Compliance Outreach
City Staffing Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have maintained film offices in Malibu since 1999
- Our team holds technical expertise in CalRecycle compliance
- We provide complete grant reporting services with deadlines
- Our staff combines engineering and regulatory compliance backgrounds
- We offer bilingual outreach materials for SB1383 compliance
Services
Film Permitting Services
We manage complete film office operations for municipalities, handling permit applications, safety compliance, and community coordination. Our services ensure production companies meet both state and local regulations while minimizing community impact. With established systems in Malibu and Agoura Hills, we streamline the permitting process while maintaining resident safety and regulatory compliance.
Recycling Program Design
Our team develops customized recycling programs aligned with CalRecycle requirements, including waste diversion strategies and annual reporting. We assist municipalities with program implementation, compliance documentation, and grant submission for sustainable waste initiatives. Our expertise ensures cities meet state-mandated recycling targets through effective program design.
SB1383 Compliance
We provide comprehensive outreach programs to help cities meet SB1383 mandates through educational content creation and community engagement. Our services include developing informational materials, managing compliance documentation, and implementing strategies to reduce organic waste. We ensure municipalities effectively communicate new regulations to residents while tracking progress toward state requirements.
City Staffing Solutions
Our multidisciplinary team offers temporary staffing support for municipal operations, combining expertise in grant writing, technical design, and regulatory compliance. We assist cities with project management, report preparation, and operational logistics during periods of high workload. Our flexible staffing solutions help jurisdictions meet deadlines while maintaining service quality.
Grant Reporting Services
We prepare and submit required documentation for state and federal grants, ensuring timely compliance with reporting deadlines. Our services include compiling program data, demonstrating regulatory adherence, and coordinating with funding agencies. We help municipalities maintain eligibility for environmental and infrastructure funding through accurate and comprehensive reporting.
People
Kimberly Collins Nilsson
CEO and Founder
Civil engineer with 25+ years experience in municipal consulting, founded SWS in 1999 after serving as Malibu's resident engineer during the 1990s. Specializes in waste management and film office operations.
Questions
Do I need a film permit for student projects?
Student filmmakers don't require permits but must carry valid student ID and respect private property boundaries at all times.
How long does permit processing take?
Standard processing takes 2 business days, but requests requiring signatures or drone approvals may take up to 5 business days.
What waste disposal services do you provide?
We don't collect waste directly but provide information about local disposal options for hazardous materials, e-waste, and bulky items.
Can I film on Los Angeles County beaches?
Yes, with dual permits from both Film LA and the City of Malibu for county beaches, or through the California Film Commission for state beaches.
How do you help cities with recycling programs?
We design compliant recycling programs, prepare annual reports for CalRecycle, and assist with grant applications for sustainable waste initiatives.
What are the filming insurance requirements?
Production companies must provide insurance with minimum $1M per occurrence coverage, made payable to the City of Agoura Hills.
