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In this issue:
Reminder—tracking jurisdiction of origin informationCollecting jurisdiction of origin information is a key ingredient in accurate disposal reporting. It is very important that facility operators track the jurisdiction of origin as accurately as possible to determine each jurisdiction’s disposal tons. Tracking jurisdiction of origin information involves finding out where the waste came from (jurisdiction of origin) for each applicable load. Jurisdiction of origin information is used to allocate the percentage of waste to cities and counties from the total waste tonnage received at the solid waste facility. The county compiles this information and submits it to the jurisdictions and the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB). Cities, counties, and regional agencies then use this data to calculate diversion rates and demonstrate compliance with the requirements to divert 50 percent of their waste (as per the requirements of Title 14, California Code of Regulations [14 CCR] sections 18805–18810). In the event that concerns arise regarding the jurisdiction of origin information, facility operators and haulers may be contacted for a record review. Hauler, transfer station, and landfill records may be reviewed and audited by jurisdictions and the county/agency or the CIWMB. The requirements of 14 CCR, section 18802, state that agencies, haulers, and operators shall prepare disposal reporting records and allow representatives of involved jurisdictions, the agency, and the CIWMB to inspect the records during normal business hours. See the regulations for more information. For more information on tracking and reporting jurisdiction of origin information, e-mail Wasteline or call (916) 341-6675. Tracking disaster wasteThe California Integrated Waste Management Act (AB 939, Sher, Chapter 1095, Statutes of 1989 as amended [IWMA]) requires each city, county, or regional agency (jurisdiction) to reduce waste by recycling, composting, or other diversion activities. Jurisdictions must report annually to the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) on the progress they are making in reducing waste. To prevent a jurisdiction’s diversion from being impacted by disaster waste, the IWMA allows disaster waste to be subtracted from disposal tons if it is tracked. Because disasters (for example, earthquakes, fires, and floods) can generate a lot of waste, it is important for facility operators to track this waste to assure disposal reporting accuracy. Jurisdictions that do not know whether the facilities that receive their waste have contingency plans for tracking disaster waste may want to contact the disposal reporting system (DRS) coordinators in the counties in which the facilities are located to determine whether disaster waste is tracked. A list of DRS coordinators can be found on the CIWMB’s Local Assistance Contacts web page. Tracking disaster wasteMany counties have instituted disaster tracking requirements at landfills and transfer stations following disasters in the last 10 years. These tracking systems are activated once a disaster is declared. Other counties may not have a contingency plan in place for tracking disaster waste. Disaster waste could have a negative effect on a jurisdiction’s ability to demonstrate its effectiveness in reducing waste. Jurisdictions may submit information in their annual report requesting the reporting year tons be modified so they do not get penalized for disaster waste. In order for jurisdictions to do this, they need facility operators to track the disaster waste by jurisdiction of origin and provide jurisdictions with quarterly summary data. For information on a jurisdiction’s annual reporting requirements, go to the CIWMB’s Annual Reporting Requirements web page. Emergency Waiver requirements for tracking and reporting disaster wasteThe Emergency Waiver of Standards reporting requirements state that each facility must track the disaster waste (17210.5) and report jurisdiction of origin information to the enforcement agency (EA) and the county agency. For more information, access the CIWMB’s web page, Chapter 3. Minimum Standards for Solid Waste Handling and Disposal, Article 3. Emergency Waiver of Standards. Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) Advisory Number 41 also provides guidance on the issuance of emergency waivers of standards as allowed under the regulations. Also, the CIWMB’s LEA Advisory Number 43 identifies disaster assistance CIWMB can provide to LEAs. 17210.5 Reporting Requirements for a Solid Waste Facility Operator (a) The solid waste facility operator shall submit a written report to the EA and the local county agency (agency) within 90 days of activation of the waiver and every 90 days thereafter for the effective period of the activated waiver. (b) The written report shall include the following information:
(c) If pursuant to section 17210.2(d) of this Article, the waiver is extended beyond 120 days, the operator shall submit a report, as described in subparagraph (b), to the EA and agency. The report shall be submitted once every 90 days until the end of the effective period of the waiver. (d) After the activated waiver expires, the solid waste facility operator shall continue to submit the information requested in item (b) above to the EA and agency, every 90 days, until there is no longer any discernible disaster-related waste being processed or stored at the facility. Note:
For more information on tracking disaster waste, e-mail WasteLine or call (916) 341-6675. For more information on disaster waste, disaster preparedness, and disaster response, go to the Disaster Preparedness and Response website. 2003 School District Waste Reduction Survey Results available on the CIWMB’s websiteThe Spring 2004 Edition of infoCycling featured the article, “The 2003 School District Waste Reduction Survey Results.” The article presented survey results, discussed why the survey was conducted, how the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) is using the survey data collected, who to contact to share information, and next steps. This article is primarily designed to show customers how to access and use the survey results on the CIWMB’s School Waste Management Education and Assistance web pages. How to access the survey dataYou can access the 2003 School District Waste Reduction Survey data, which gives you the choice to search by survey year (2000 or 2003). Once you have made that selection, you can access the following information:
Additionally, for the 2003 survey, you can access the following reports:
How to use the survey dataSurvey data from participating school districts are available for use by school districts, jurisdictions, haulers/service providers, and other interested parties. Users can access individual survey forms from each responding school district, query survey data by specific program or waste reduction activity, and access contact information for each participating school district. These data are provided in an effort to facilitate networking among school districts, jurisdictions, and haulers/service providers to share successful program information and to expand such successes statewide! School districts can view completed survey forms from their own school district, neighboring districts, and districts statewide to find out what waste reduction programs are being implemented. Using survey data from a specific school district is a great way to establish baseline information regarding existing waste reduction program implementation and to use as a tool to identify potential program improvements and/or expansions. Once a district identifies additional programs to implement, improve, or expand, it can query the survey data for specific waste reduction activities to see which school districts have implemented those programs. Contact information is then available and can be used to connect with these districts about specific program logistics and resources. Additionally, school districts are encouraged to contact their local jurisdiction representative or recycling coordinator to access additional assistance, support, and resources to establish successful districtwide waste reduction programs. Jurisdiction representatives can view completed surveys for similar purposes, for example, to find out what programs are being implemented locally and to compare that with nearby districts and districts statewide. As described above, the survey data are a powerful tool for program planning and outreach purposes. Jurisdictions can use these data to assist their local districts in establishing baseline information, developing a plan to target key waste types, and to monitor progress. The contact information is extremely helpful for jurisdictions to identify the right person at the district to work with on institutionalizing waste reduction programs districtwide. Establishing and maintaining a supportive working relationship with local school districts in the development of districtwide waste reduction programs will assist jurisdictions in meeting and maintaining their diversion goals. For examples of how other jurisdictions collaborate with local school districts on waste reduction efforts, refer to the models on the Model School Waste Reduction Programs web page. FeedbackAs Local assistance staff continues to develop and improve its School Waste Reduction Assistance program, jurisdictions are encouraged to share information regarding successful school waste reduction programs at the city/county, school district, and school levels, including any valuable assistance tools. Additionally, as you access these survey web pages and Local assistance staff’s other school waste reduction resources, you are encouraged to provide any feedback regarding improvements you think could be made to further assist you in partnering with school districts to effectively reduce solid waste generation. We would also like to hear about any specific challenges to implementing school district waste reduction programs, so please take the time to share any such experiences. To share or to request additional information or to provide feedback, contact Chris Kinsella in Local assistance staff. Return to Top Waste outflow and inflow mapsThe California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) updated the waste outflow and inflow maps to reflect year 2002 disposal data. Waste outflow maps present a picture of where a county disposed of its waste for 2002, including waste disposed within the county, in other counties, and/or exported out of state. Waste inflow maps show where a county received its waste in 2002: from within the county, from other counties, and/or from out of state. Waste outflow and inflow maps for each California county can be accessed on the CIWMB’s California Counties Disposal Destination Data web page. If you have questions regarding the waste outflow and inflow maps, contact Peter Staklis. Return to Top Ecolandscape 2005 ConferenceThe Ecolandscape 2005 Conference, scheduled for Saturday, February 5, 2005, in Sacramento, California, will introduce landscape professionals to cutting-edge trends and techniques to meet the challenges of landscaping in the 21st century. An all-star lineup of presenters will speak on water conservation, stormwater pollution, resource conservation, and pesticide and fertilizer reduction. The conference includes our mini-trade show of innovative products and services. The conference will take place at the Samuel Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road. For more information on the conference and registration details, go to the Ecolandscape 2005 web page. Return to Top Streamlining annual reportsThe California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) released the 2003 Electronic Annual Report (EAR) in September 2004. Jurisdictions have been entering data about their solid waste diversion programs and planning documents while waiting for adjustment factor data. The CIWMB expects that complete employment and taxable sales information will be available by the end of the year. At that point, CIWMB staff will update the online diversion rate calculator. Once that is done, the CIWMB will let all jurisdictions know that the calculator is available and what the final filing date for the 2003 EAR will be. Jurisdictions will then be able to calculate their diversion rate and complete the report. Section C–EZThis year’s EAR features a major breakthrough designed to make annual reporting even easier and save CIWMB local government customers even more time. The new “Section C–EZ” streamlines the program data section (Section C) by offering a one-button update option that any jurisdiction can use. If a local government representative has no changes to report on its solid waste diversion programs and has no new information to add to the notes, then they can just click on Section C–EZ to update all of their program status codes automatically. Section C–EZ is flexible. For example, a local government customer can use Section C-EZ to update status codes, but still add new solid waste diversion programs, delete discontinued diversion programs, or add notes to any of their existing diversion programs. Also, Section C–EZ gives EAR customers one screen to quickly and easily enter diversion tonnage for all of their jurisdiction owned-and-operated solid waste programs, as well as for programs for which the jurisdiction has reported diversion tonnages in the past. EARThe EAR can be found on the Board’s website. In late August, the CIWMB mailed password letters to each jurisdiction with annual reporting responsibilities. Any local government representative who did not receive a password letter and who has not begun work on the 2003 EAR should contact their CIWMB Local assistance staff representative. A listing of Local assistance staff representatives is available on the CIWMB's website. SB 1066 Time Extensions and Alternative Diversion RequirementsJurisdictions with Board-approved SB 1066 Time Extensions or Alternative Diversion Requirements are typically required to file an update report around the same time as they file their EAR. To do that, jurisdictions use the CIWMB’s web—based “E-1066” electronic update system, which uses the same password as the EAR and has a similar look and feel. Local government representatives who have questions about the E-1066 should also contact their Local assistance staff representative. The E-1066 can be found on the CIWMB's website. Contact informationIf you have questions on the new Section C–EZ, the EAR, SB 1066 Time Extensions, or Alternative Diversion Requirements, contact your Local assistance staff representative. A listing of Local assistance staff representatives can be accessed on the CIWMB's website. Return to Top Laguna Niguel—synthetic grass proves durable on sports fields
In addition to being made of synthetic grass, the fields are made with crumb rubber backfill and have permanent field lines. Each field uses 18,750 used tires, keeping the tires out of the landfills! These fields, used to play soccer and other sports, are available for play 365 days per year and always look great. In addition, maintenance is minimal since the fields require only a monthly sweeping to pick up foreign material on the surface and around the edges of the field. This means no weed control, mowing, fertilizing, interseeding, or irrigation is needed. A photo of a synthetic grass soccer field in Laguna Niguel is shown below. Return on investmentThe total cost to convert the natural grass field to synthetic grass in June 2004 was $565,000, or $7.50 per square foot. Factoring in the annual cost savings (for example, eliminating annual soil preparation and sod replacement, weekly mowing, weed and pest control, and irrigation system water and maintenance), minus the synthetic grass annual maintenance cost, Laguna Niguel will realize a cost savings of $38,875 per year on their June 2004 investment. The project will pay for itself in approximately 12 years. For more information on Laguna Niguel’s synthetic grass fields and manufacturer information, e-mail Ken Montgomery, Laguna Niguel, or call him at (949) 362-4339. Or, contact Melissa Vargas at the California Integrated Waste Management Board. Return to Top Pollution prevention/source reduction committeesThe Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) Office of Pollution Prevention is interested in starting three new pollution prevention/source reduction (P2/SR) committees. The committees will be located in the following areas:
Once the committees are established, they will decide exact meeting locations and dates. P2/SR membership will consist mainly of representatives from city and county environmental health agencies, local government, publicly owned treatment works, air pollution control districts, planning departments, and used oil programs. Other State and federal agencies being invited to participate include representatives from the California Department of Transportation district offices, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 9, and the California Environmental Protection Agency boards and departments. These P2/SR committees will serve as focal points for members to:
These new committees will also provide an organized voice for regional P2/SR concerns. One concern may be the prioritization of industry sectors (for example, automotive repair, automotive paint, and lithographic printing shops) for P2 outreach and training opportunities. In addition, the new committees will be members of the Consortium of California Pollution Prevention Committees (C2P2C), a voluntary organization consisting of the chairpersons from the seven local government P2 committees now in existence. The seven local government P2 committees now in existence are:
Information on the existing P2 committees, chairpersons, and locations can be viewed at DTSC’s website. C2P2C communicates regularly with the other P2 committee chairpersons, DTSC P2 program staff, and the Western Regional Pollution Prevention Network (WRPPN) Coordinator. They discuss activities and serve as a unified point of contact for discussions between local P2/SR programs, DTSC, and U.S.EPA Region 9 in terms of funding and available resources. C2P2C also acts as the sounding board for the National Pollution Prevention Week poster and outreach materials, which can be accessed on the DTSC’s Pollution Prevention website. Finally, C2P2C chairpersons are members of the WRPPN Advisory Board and help set the agenda for the annual conference. For more information on WRPPN and the conference that is held annually during the third week of October in northern or southern California, check out their website. If you are interested in participating in the startup of these new regional local government P2/SR committees or the seven existing P2 committees, please contact Robert Ludwig of DTSC. |
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Last updated: December 28, 2007 Local Government Central http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/LGCentral/ Larry N. Stephens: lstephen@ciwmb.ca.gov (916) 341-6241 |
Laguna Niguel, located in Orange County, converted three grass fields to
synthetic grass carpet. The latest conversion was made in June 2004 to a
soccer field.