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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. Item 9.b. - Page 1 CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF CALRECYCLE APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT PROGRAMS AND RELATED AUTHORIZATIONS FEBRUARY 9, 2016 PAGE 2 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. Item 9.b. - Page 2 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. Item 9.b. - Page 3 RESOLUTION NO. PAGE 2 JIM HILL, MAYOR ATTEST: KELLY WETMORE, CITY CLERK APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: DIANNE THOMPSON, CITY MANAGER APPROVED AS TO FORM: HEATHER WHITHAM, CITY ATTORNEY Item 9.b. - Page 4