CC 2016-02-09_09b Resolution_CalRecycle Programs
MEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: DEBBIE MALICOAT, DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF
AN APPLICATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF RESOURCES
RECYCLING AND RECOVERY FOR PAYMENT PROGRAMS AND
RELATED AUTHORIZATIONS
DATE: FEBRUARY 9, 2016
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the City Council adopt the attached Resolution authorizing submittal of
an application to the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) for
payment programs and related authorizations.
IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
There is no impact on financial or personnel resources related to the proposed action.
BACKGROUND:
In 1988, California enacted a program to place a deposit on beverage containers. The
deposit is currently five (5) cents for small beverage containers and ten (10) cents for
large beverage containers. CalRecycle is responsible for this state program.
ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
Each year, CalRecycle provides funding to jurisdictions to enhance the beverage
container program. In San Luis Obispo County, the funding ranges from a minimum of
$5,000 for small cities to $12,000 for the largest city. For the last thirteen years, the
San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) has worked
with the member jurisdictions to apply for the funding. The IWMA has used the funding
for projects such as providing technical assistance and recycling bins to businesses to
start or expand their recycling. The IWMA has also provided CalRecycle with the
required program and financial reporting.
Effective this year, CalRecycle is now requiring each jurisdiction to adopt a resolution
that must be submitted as part of the application package. Without a resolution, it will
not be possible to apply for the funding from CalRecycle.
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CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF
CALRECYCLE APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT PROGRAMS AND RELATED
AUTHORIZATIONS
FEBRUARY 9, 2016
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ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for City Council consideration:
1. Adopt the Resolution authorizing application submittals;
2. Do not adopt the Resolution ;
3. Modify and adopt the Resolution; or
4. Provide direction to staff.
ADVANTAGES:
Approval of the Resolution will allow the City to continue applying for funding from
CalRecycle to enhance the City’s beverage container recycling program.
DISADVANTAGES:
There are no disadvantages identified at this time.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
No environmental review is required for this item.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS:
The Agenda was posted in front of City Hall on Thursday, February 4, 2016. The
Agenda and report were posted on the City’s website on Friday, February 5, 2016.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ARROYO GRANDE AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF
AN APPLICATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF
RESOURCES RECYCLING AND RECOVERY FOR
PAYMENT PROGRAMS AND RELATED
AUTHORIZATIONS
WHEREAS, pursuant to Public Resources Code section 48000 et seq. the Department
of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) has established various payment
programs to make payments to qualifying jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of this authority CalRecycle is required to establish
procedures governing the administration of the payment programs; and
WHEREAS, CalRecycle’s procedures for administering payment programs require,
among other things, an applicant’s governing body to declare by resolution certain
authorizations related to the administration of the payment program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Arroyo Grande is authorized to
submit an application to CalRecycle for any and all payment programs offered; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager, or her designee, is hereby
authorized as Signature Authority to execute all documents necessary to implement and
secure payment; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this authorization is effective until rescinded by the
Signature Authority or this Governing Body.
On motion of Council Member , seconded by Council Member ,
and on the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
the foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted this 9 th day of February, 2016.
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RESOLUTION NO.
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JIM HILL, MAYOR
ATTEST:
KELLY WETMORE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
DIANNE THOMPSON, CITY MANAGER
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
HEATHER WHITHAM, CITY ATTORNEY
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