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Home My WebLink About11. Adopt a resolution authorizing a CalRecycle grant application submittal enabling HHW Collection Facility to collect marine flares Page 1 of 7 Item 11. CENTRAL SAN BOARD OF DIRECTORS POSITION PAPER MEETING DATE: JULY 21, 2022 SUBJECT: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2022-039 AUTHORIZING A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF RESOURCES RECYCLING AND RECOVERY(CALRECYCLE) ENABLING THE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE (HHW) COLLECTION FACILITYTO COLLECT MARINE FLARES THROUGH SPECIAL COLLECTION EVENTS SUBMITTED BY: INITIATING DEPARTMENT: DAVID WYATT, HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS ENG-ERC DIVISION MANAGER WASTE PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR REVIEWED BY: LORI SCHECTEL, ENVIRONMENTALAND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE DIVISION MANAGER JEAN-MARC PETIT, DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERINGAND TECHNICAL SERVICES C Roger S. Bailey General Manager ISSUE A resolution of the Board of Directors (Board) is required to apply for a $50,000 grant to conduct marine flare education and outreach and hold up to two collection events for recreational boaters in our service area. These collection events will be partnered/contracted with the California Product Stewardship Council (CPSC) and in collaboration with Delta Diablo, RecycleMore (West County HHW program), and indirectly, with multiple northern California HHW Programs to maximize efficiency and reduce transportation costs to the final disposal site. The location has not been determined, but the Martinez Marina is the most logical setting. BACKGROUND This project includes HHW public education and outreach for general audiences and residential boat owners. The project will develop a marine flare education campaign that highlights the risks of single-use July 21, 2022 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 63 of 113 Amended Agenda Page 2 of 7 pyrotechnic distress signals, challenges with safe collection, and promote reusable LED alternatives approved by the Coast Guard. The education campaign will include social media, webinars, postcards to registered boat owners, and "dock walking" for direct contact with boaters. The education and outreach pieces would be provided by CPSC with approval through the District's Communications group. The marine flare collection event(s)will follow similar strategies as the events CPSC leads in the Bay Area and around the state. One or two collection events will be planned with neighboring jurisdictions, who are current grant recipients (Delta Diablo (HD 35) and RecycleMore (HD 37) and others, to save money on transportation costs, which can be as much as $20,000 for a shipment. Grant funds will cover the District's fair portion of the transportation costs, explosive disposal costs, which range from $12-$50 per flare, staff and materials up to $20K per event, and support any permitting requirements for the collection site. The grant also covers up to $20 towards a reusable alternative distress signal. CPSC will work to find sponsors to cover the additional cost to conveniently give out free devices rather than coupons, which are rarely redeemed. Performance Measures Central San will measure the success of this project by using the criteria shown below. Central San will establish baseline data of marine flare disposal by collecting available information from participating jurisdictions and during the collection events. Data to be reported will include: 1. Number of reusable devices given out at exchange events 2. Number of marine flares collected at events 3. Number and reach of social media posts and/or other digital publications 4. Number and reach of resident postcard/bill inserts and/or other print publications 5. Examples of mishandled marine flares provided by grant partners and stakeholders. Marine Flares Due to Central San's proximity to several lakes, reservoirs, and other local waterways, including the Martinez Marina, there are an estimated 10,000 recreational boaters in the HHW service area. These boaters are required to possess an emergency signaling device, such as marine flares, in the event a vessel may need to signal for emergency response. Because flares have a mandated 42-month expiration date from the date of manufacture, they must be replaced after approximately three boating seasons. Presently, there are only two permitted collection sites in California that accept and dispose of expired marine flares. HHW facilities are generally not permitted to accept them because of their low-level explosive nature, and few want to accept them due to the significant expense associated with transporting and disposal of marine flares on their own. These challenges can lead to illegal use or improper disposal by boat owners. 1 Number of recreational boaters in HHW service area (13,103,114 households in California, per 2020 census /645,951 recreational boats in California, per Statista = -5% x 198,619 HHW service area households = -10,000 recreational boats in the HHW service area.) About the CalRecycle Grant CalRecycle offers the HHW Grant Program pursuant to Section 47200(a) of the Public Resources Code. The purpose of the HHW Grant Program is to assist local governments in safely implementing HHW programs, which may include public education, source reduction, reuse, recycling, load checking, and collection components. Approximately$1.0 million in funding is available for the 39th Cycle (HD39)- Fiscal Year 2022-23 Small Projects Grants. Regional groups (two or more cities/counties) may request up to $100,000 for smaller projects that complement existing and/or regional HHW programs. Applications are due July 27, 2022, and, if awarded, the grant term will be approximately November 2022 through September 2025. July 21, 2022 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 64 of 113 Amended Agenda Page 3 of 7 ALTERNATIVES/CONSIDERATIONS The Board could decline the adoption of the resolution and forgo the education and collection events related to proper marine flare management. This alternative is not recommended as there are no proper disposal options available in the HHW service area, but it could be accepted since the HHW program does not accept explosive wastes. FINANCIAL IMPACTS The HD39 CalRecycle grant is for$50,000. If awarded, grant funds would fully secure the necessary expenses to hold the marine flare collection events and conduct the associated outreach and education. A small portion of in-kind District staff time would supplement the efforts. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION The Real Estate, Environmental and Planning Committee did not review this matter due to time constraints of the opening of the grant cycle, Committee meeting dates, and the grant application deadline. RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION Adopt the proposed resolution authorizing the General Manager to apply for$50,000 of CalRecycle HD39 grant funding for education, outreach, and collection of marine flares. Strategic Plan Tie-In GOAL ONE: Customer and Community Strategy 1—Deliver high-quality customer service, Strategy 2- Promote initiatives to advance affordable and equitable access to services GOAL TWO:Environmental Stewardship Strategy 2- Educate on pollution prevention and environmental protection GOAL FOUR: Governance and Fiscal Responsibility Strategy 3- Maintain financial stability and sustainability ATTACHMENTS: 1. Proposed Resolution 2. Presentation July 21, 2022 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 65 of 113 Amended Agenda Page 4 of 7 Attachment 1 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-039 A RESOLUTION OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF REGIONAL APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF RESOURCES RECYCLING AND RECOVERY (CALRECYCLE) FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE GRANTS WHEREAS, the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District (Central San) operates the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility (HHWCF) at 4797 Imhoff Place, Martinez, California; and WHEREAS, the HHWCF and its operating plan were designed to provide hazardous waste collection, handling, recycling, and disposal services to both residential customers and small businesses that qualify under state regulations as "Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator(s)," generally referred to as CESQGs; and WHEREAS, Public Resources Code sections 48000 et seq. authorize CalRecycle to administer various grant programs (grants) in furtherance of the State of California's (state) efforts to reduce, recycle and reuse solid waste generated in the state, thereby preserving landfill capacity and protecting public health and safety and the environment; and WHEREAS, Household Hazardous Waste grants allow regional grant projects; and WHEREAS, CalRecycle grant application procedures require, among other things, an applicant's governing body to declare by resolution certain authorizations related to the administration of CalRecycle grants. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of Central San as follows: THAT, Central San is authorized to submit a Household Hazardous Waste grant regional application on behalf of itself as Lead Agency; and THAT, the General Manager, or his/her designee, is hereby authorized and empowered to execute on behalf of Central San all grant-related documents, including, but not limited to, applications, payment requests, agreements, and amendments necessary to secure grant funds and to implement the approved grant project; and THAT, the General Manager, or his/her designee, is hereby authorized to revise the list of participating jurisdictions as necessary with each application: and THAT, these authorizations are effective for five years from the date of adoption of this resolution. July 21, 2022 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 66 of 113 Amended Agenda Page 5 of 7 Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Resolution No. 2022-039 Page 2 of 2 PASSED AND ADOPTED this 21St day of July 2022 by the Board of Directors of Central San by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: David R. Williams President of the Board of Directors Central Contra Costa Sanitary District County of Contra Costa, State of California COUNTERSIGNED: Katie Young Secretary of the District Central Contra Costa Sanitary District County of Contra Costa, State of California Approved as to form: Kenton L. Alm, Esq. Counsel for the District July 21, 2022 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 67 of 113 Amended Agenda Page 6 of 7 Attachment 2 oma. CALRECYCLE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE I•I� GRANT FOR MARINE FLARE EDUCATION, COLLECTION, AND DISPOSAL David Wyatt, Household Hazardous Waste Program Administrator Board Meeting ._ July 21,2022 1 MARINE FLARE COLLECTION EVENT • $50,000 CalRecycle grant opportunity for Fiscal Year 2022-23 to collect marine flares in collaboration with the California Product Stewardship Council (CPSC)and regional household hazardous waste programs including Delta Diablo, RecycleMore (West CC County)and others. • Boaters are required to possess emergency signaling devices, such as marine flares and Coast Guard regulations require marine flares to be replaced every three years. • There are currently no disposal options for these low-level firework-like explosives due to safe storage requirements, and the expense of their management. • The goal of the program is to conduct education and outreach, hold special off-site collection events, and promote reusable alternatives. LThand e collection event will be operated by a contractor and the education outreach will be provide by CPSC. Minimal District staff time will be uired. ' 2 CENTPAL SAN 2 July 21, 2022 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 68 of 113 Amended Agenda 1 Page 7 of 7 Questions? �!3 CENTRALSAN 3 July 21, 2022 Regular Board Meeting Agenda Packet- Page 69 of 113 Amended Agenda 2