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Sustainability Commission
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
October 14, 2019
Executive Conference Building A #1039
5:00 pm 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL: Commissioners Baugh, Guevara-Gluyas, Korgan, Legaspi, Matthias, Richeson and
Chair Romo
MOTION TO EXCUSE — Chair Romo from the meeting of September 9, 2019.
Staff recommendation: Commission excuse the absence,
APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the meetings on September 9, 2019.
Staff recommendation: Commission approve the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons speaking during Public Comments may address the Board/Commission on any subject
matter within the Board/Conamission's jzcrisdiction that is not listed as an item on the agenda. State
law generally prohibits the Board/Commission from discussing or taking action on any issue not
included on the agenda, but, if appropriate, the Board/Commission may schedule the topic for future
discussion or refer the matter to staff, Comments are limited to three minutes.
INFORMATION ITEMS
1. UCSD WiFire Tool presented by Jennifer Block, UCSD Researcher
ACTION ITEMS
Presentation of draft Zero Waste Plan — Manuel Medrano, Environmental Services Manager
Recommended Action: Discuss and review
2. Review Republic Services franchise agreement and discuss recycling rate and the concept of a
sunset provision with performance metrics
Recommended Action: none
3. Review and discuss CCWG meetings/community forums — Downs/Wisniewski
Recommended Action: Accept the summary report of the meetings and provide
recommendations
4. Proposed Charter revision CVMC 2.32.020, 2.32.030 and 2.32.060
Recommended Action: Accept revisions
OTHER BUSINESS
1. STAFF'S COMMENTS
- Review calendar
2. COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
3. CHAIR'S COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT to the special meeting on November 6, 2019.
Materials provided to the Sustainability Commission related to any open -session item on this agenda
are available for public review in the Economic Development Department, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula
Vista during normal business hours.
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participate in a City meeting, activity, or service, contact the Economic Development Department at (619) 407-
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
September 9, 2019
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A Special Meeting of the Sustainability Commission of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 5:07 pm
by Commissioner Richeson in the Energy Station, South Chula Vista Branch Library, 389 Orange Avenue,
Chula Vista, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Commissioners Baugh, Guevara-Gluyas, Korgan (arrived 5:23pm) Legaspi and Richeson.
ASENT: Commissioner Matthias and Chair Romo.
STAFF PRESENT: Environmental Sustainability Manager Wisniewski, Environmental Services Manager
Medrano, Conservation Specialist II Downs, and Administrative Secretary Green.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Commissioner Baugh asked the 8/12/19 meeting minutes be corrected to show she
abstained from the vote to approve the 7/8/19 meeting minutes. Commissioner Legaspi moved to approve the
8/12/19 meeting minutes with that correction. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guevara-Gluyas
and carried with the following vote:
Yes — 4 Baugh, Guevara-Gluyas, Legaspi, and Richeson.
No -0
Absent - Korgan
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Carolyn Scofield, Chula Vista Partners in Courage, reminded the participants the Tuesday, 9/10/19 city
council meeting will include the CCA vote and encouraged everyone to attend and if possible, to arrive
early to be present for a social media photo shoot 4pm — 4:30pm.
INFORMATION ITEM
1. New Energy Station maker space presented by Michael Bruder, Chula Vista Elementary School District
Michael explained the uses, successes and future of the Energy Station; gave a tour of the area and
answered questions from the commissioners and public.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Draft Single -Family energy efficiency ordinance
Cory Downs, Conservations Specialist II, presented a draft version of the ordinance. Commissioners
asked questions and gave suggestions, such as, to make the numbers and statistics more relatable to
the public and to link this program to the Climate Action Plan. Cory thank the commissioners for their
input and will incorporate their recommendations into the next draft.
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STAFF COMMENTS
Coleen Wisniewski reviewed the upcoming calendar items and explained may need to move the regular
meeting location to a larger room since we are getting more public participation. She shared applications for
the Citizens Water Academy on 9/16/19 can be found on the San Diego County Water Authority website, CCWG
forums will be held 9/18/19 and 9/26/19, Climate LEEDers in Action event is scheduled for 10/15/19 and EV
test drive event will also be held on 10/15/19.
Manuel Medrano shared the draft Republic "oops" tag which will be placed on recycle bins and draft Recycling
mailer and encouraged commissioners to make recommendations for upgrades on both items. He reminded
the commissioners that city council will vote on Republic's rate increase at the 9/24/19 meeting, offered the
commissioners to participate at the following events and agreed to send an email with the list: 9/14/19 Pride
Fest 12pm — 7pm; 9/21/19 Bonita Fest gam — 4pm; 10/19/19 Beautify CV 8:30am — 12pm; 9/21/19 Coastal
Cleanup Day gam —12pm. Manuel shared the updated commission roles and charter updates are currently in
process for review. Commissioner Richeson expressed the importance to include the Planning Commission and
the Sustainability Cor, nission have a member on each others' commission. Manuel announced Environmental
Services received a $SU,000 grant to equip the household hazardous waste facility with a material reuse site.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Commissioner Baugh shared the ASLA National Conference will be 11/15-11/18; website aslaconference.com .
Commissioner Legas,,-J i,, ve an update on Hold the Foam.
Commissioner Guevara-Gluyas shared the Hydration Station subcommittee will meet with Sweetwater HS
District on Monday, 9/16/19.
Commissioner Richeson shared that Chair Romo had a productive meeting with Fire Chief Geering and Chair
Romo will be meeting vjith Chief of Police Kennedy on 9/13/19.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Richeson, adjourned the meeting at 7:25pm.
Connie Green, Admin'- rative Secretary
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1 2020-2035 Waste Reduction Strategic Plan -
2 Chula Vista's Road Plan to Zero Waste
3 SUMMARY
4 The City Council of the City of Chula Vista approved the Climate Change Action Plan in
5 September of 2017 (Resolution 2017-186) which recommended that staff develop a Zero
6 Waste Plan for Council approval. Staff has prepared this report to demonstrate that
7 adopting a formal Zero Waste Plan will maximize reduce, reuse and recycling efforts to
8 further divert the amount of waste Chula Vista residents send to the Otay Landfill. These
9 efforts will lessen environmental impacts and reduce the amount of greenhouse gases
10 (GHGs) from entering the atmosphere, create healthier communities and spur economic
11 activity. Implementation of a Zero Waste Plan will combat the current wasteful and
12 inefficient system of "extract, consume, and discard." The City is committed to
13 implementing an overarching waste reduction plan that will result in achieving zero waste
14 by 2035.
15 DISCUSSION
16 Zero Waste Defined
17 It is important to recognize the success of zero waste efforts requires that the concept of
18 "waste" be redefined. In the past, waste was considered a natural and unavoidable
19 byproduct. Now, it is important to recognize that waste is a byproduct of design
20 methodology that does not consider the total lifecycle of a product or material. Valuable
21 resources have been discarded instead of reused, repaired, or recycled - all in the name
22 of consumer and manufacturer convenience and waste reduction. In addition, the amount
23 of material discarded is just a portion of the waste that is created at the end of a product's
24 life.
25 Zero waste is a philosophy and design framework that promotes not only reuse,
26 recycling, and conservation programs, but also, and more importantly, emphasizes
27 sustainability by considering the entire life -cycle of products, processes, and systems.
28 Zero waste is not necessarily 100 percent recycling, but it shifts the focus to waste
29 reduction, product redesign, and elimination of wasteful practices. It is a framework for
3o reducing generation of waste and maximizing diversion, not a strict tonnage goal.
31 Zero Waste follows a hierarchy, focusing first on reducing the volume and toxicity of
32 waste by eliminating them in the first place. Secondly, zero waste then focuses on
33 reusing materials and products for their original intended uses, and then for alternative
34 uses, before recycling. Thirdly, once materials have been reduced and reused as much
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35 as possible, zero waste then focuses on recycling or composting all remaining materials
36 for their highest and best use.
37 Zero waste encourages local and regional public-private partnerships to provide the
38 infrastructure and services needed to accomplish these functions. In an ideal zero
39 waste system, any materials that cannot be easily and conveniently reduced, reused,
4o recycled, or composted are either returned to the manufacturer directly or through retail
41 channels, or are no longer used.
42 Benefits of a Zero Waste Plan for Chula Vista
43 A Zero Waste plan will lessen environmental impacts and reduce the amount of GHGs
44 from entering the atmosphere, create healthier communities, and spur economic
45 activity. Keeping recyclable materials, especially organic materials out of landfills is an
46 important part of meeting the State's emission reduction goals. Decomposition of
47 organic materials within landfills causes production and airborne release of GHGs.
48 Carbon dioxide gas is most common, but methane is 20 times more potent and is the
49 predominant gas produced by our landfills. Most organic materials can be processed for
5o reuse and are turned into either compost or energy as biogas for electricity and
51 transportation fuel. Using compost for landscape and agricultural purposes reduces
52 water use, prevents soil erosion, avoids the use of chemical fertilizers, and further
53 reduces GHGs impacts.
54 Looking Upstream
55 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that for every ton of waste buried
56 in a landfill, an average of 20 tons of waste are generated in its "upstream" production.
57 Another study estimates that for every ton of waste that is landfilled locally, 71 tons of
58 waste is generated upstream in mining, manufacturing and distribution processes.
59 Products, such as electronics, may generate 1,000 tons of waste upstream for every ton
60 of finished product. Since reducing, reusing, and recycling uses less energy than
61 extracting and processing raw materials, making new products from already used
62 materials saves energy and reduces GHG emissions. Similarly, when products are
63 made using recycled materials, they embody less energy than the same products made
64 from virgin materials.
65 Aluminum is another example used, 14 tons of GHG emissions are created for every
66 ton of raw aluminum produced while using recycled aluminum to create a product or
67 material creates 95.9% less GHGs. Making products or materials from recycled steel
68 creates 81 % less GHGs than extracting raw steel to make the same product, recycled
69 cardboard products create 55.3% less GHGs, and recycled paper products produce
7o 61.5% less GHGs, to name a few.
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71 Background: State of California Waste Reduction Legislation
72 The California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 (AB 939) required that all
73 California jurisdictions achieve a landfill diversion rate of 50 percent by the year 2000,
74 and to reduce, reuse, recycle, and compost all discarded materials to the maximum extent
75 feasible prior to sending materials to landfills or by using other destructive disposal
76 methods are used.
77 Assembly Bill 341 (2011) requires GHG reduction by diverting commercial solid waste to
78 recycling efforts and to expand the opportunity for additional recycling services and
79 recycling facilities in California. Senate Bill 1826 (2014) an organic waste recycling
80 legislation requires businesses to arrange for organic waste recycling services. Senate
81 Bill 1383 (2016) sets the target goal to reduce organics waste in landfills of 50 percent
82 reduction in the level of the statewide by 2020 and a 75 percent reduction by 2025. The
83 legislation attempts to fix lack of progress in reaching recycling goals statewide.
84 A recent report from the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
85 (CalRecycle) documented that the State's recycling rate fell to 44 percent, below its goal
86 of 50 percent landfill diversion reached in 2012. The California Department of Finance
87 also added a warning to this report about increasing landfill disposal. The report cautions
88 that as labor markets, real estate markets, and residential construction continue to grow
89 steadily, solid waste generation will continue to increase. As such, with the population
90 increasing, if strong waste diversion and recycling programs are not in place, we can
91 expect higher amounts to be disposed in landfills throughout the State. Fortunately, Chula
92 Vista has 62 percent recycling rate, but disposal numbers continue to inch upwards and
93 recent evaluations indicate that recycling collection has not grown as in previous years.
94 Another factor which could result in impacts to the City's waste reduction and recycling
95 programs are the significant changes of recycling markets since 2018. After processing
96 most recyclable content was sent to China. However, China through its National Sword
97 policy has set new strict limits and contamination standards on imported recyclable
98 material to 0.5 percent contamination rate. This also resulted in restrictions to waste
99 import licenses and more stringed inspections of imported materials including cardboard,
loo newspaper, mixed paper and low-grade plastics. These actions have impacted storage
101 of processed materials and possibly could alter recycling practices of the City and may
102 require changes to the City's contract with Republic Services, the City's franchise hauler.
103 In 2001, the California Integrated Waste Management Board set a goal of "Zero Waste"
104 in its strategic plan for the State. As CalRecycle adopted this waste reduction target, in
105 response many counties and cities have gradually adopted a goal of achieving zero
106 waste, including the counties of San Francisco, Santa Cruz and San Luis Obispo; the
107 cities of Palo Alto, Oakland and Los Angeles, as well as local cities, San Diego,
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108 Oceanside and EI Cajon. Each jurisdiction identified strategies to reach zero waste which
109 coincides with the over -arching goal of each successive generation leaving a smaller
110 ecological footprint than the previous generation.
111 Chula Vista marched forward towards the statewide goal with its strong programs and
112 active planning for organic waste reduction. It was determined adoption of a formal zero
113 waste plan was not needed at the time. As Chula Vista adopted the Climate Action Plan
114 that called for a Zero Waste policy, City staff began to make plans while considering
115 factors that greatly affected the waste and recycling industry. The decline in recycling
116 markets and the slow development of regional and local infrastructure to manage organic
117 waste have made it difficult to create an adequate plan with reachable targets.
118 What has Chula Vista done to reduce waste?
119 Since the early 1990s Chula Vista has implemented various plans to divert its waste from
120 landfill disposal. These efforts include adoption of a Source Reduction Recycling Element
121 which outlined 25 short-term goals and 50 long-term waste reduction goals, public
122 education programs, a City operations waste reduction plan, conducting residential and
123 business waste reduction programs, implementing mandatory recycling ordinances, and
124 lobbying for State legislation.
125 To best understand the effectiveness of the Chula Vista's waste minimization strategies
126 and programs to divert resources from the Otay Landfill, the City conducted a Waste
127 Characterization Study in 2016 that estimated the overall composition of waste materials
128 generated by single-family and multi -family residents, commercial businesses, and waste
129 self -hauled to the landfill. Results provided a breakdown of materials in the waste stream
13o as presented in Exihibit 1.
131 Exhibit 1. Overall Chula Vista Waste Composition
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Mixed Residue
Plastic 15.5% /f 7.3%
Inerts & Other
5.8%
Metal 3.4%
Glass 2.9%
7!5Electronics 2.1 %
Other Organics Special Waste
40.7% 0.6%
HHW 0.1 %
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133 The Waste Characterization Study also evaluated the recoverability of materials disposed
134 by the City based on materials currently accepted as part of the City's recycling program.
135 Overall, about 66 percent of the City's waste stream is recoverable using composting and
136 recycling programs utilized in 2016. A breakdown of the recyclable and compostable
137 portions of the waste stream is presented in Exhibit 2.
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139 Exhibit 2. Recoverability Analysis for Overall Chula Vista Waste Stream
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141 Analysis of Recyclable Material in the Waste Stream
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Compostable
44.41%
Recyclable
21.8%
Non -
Recoverable
17-7%
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Glass 2.9%
Metal 2.8%
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Analysis of Compostable Material in the Waste Stream
Recyclable 21.8%
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17.7%
Compostable
Paper 11.0%
Leaves & Grass 2.5%
Branches& Stumps 1.7%
Prunings &Trimmings
1.0%
This analysis determined by material four recoverability classifications: compostable,
recyclable, potentially recoverable, and non-recoverable. These classifications provide
basis for developing and implementing programs to divert materials from the landfill and
recover them for other uses. Below is a chart that lists the recoverability classifications by
material.
Recoverability Classifications by Material
Compostable Recyclable Potentially Non -Recoverable
Recoverable
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• Food waste
• Leaves and grass
• Prunings/trimmings
• Branches/stumps
• Manures
• Other misc. paper:
compostable
• Remainder/composite
paper: compostable
• Uncoated Corrugated
Cardboard
• Paper bags
• Newspaper
• White ledger paper
• Other office paper
• Magazines catalogs
• Phone
books/directories
• Other misc. paper:
other
• Remainder/composite
paper: rigid food &
beverage cartons
• PETE #1 containers
(CRV/ non)
• HDPE #2 containers
(CRV/ non)
• Misc. plastic containers
(CRV/non)
• Clear, brown, green,
colored
bottles/containers
(CRV/non)
• Tin/steel cans
(CRV/non)
• Major appliances
• Other ferrous
• Aluminum cans
(CRV/non)
• Other non-ferrous
• Electronics
• Household hazardous
waste
152 Zero Waste Goal — Chula Vista's role
• Remainder comp.
paper
• Plastic grocery and
merchandise bags
• Non -bag commercial &
industrial packaging film
• Film products
• Other film: flexible
plastic pouches
• Other film: other
• Durable plastic items:
#2 & 5 bulky rigids
• Durable plastic items:
other
• Remainder/composite
Plastic
• Used oil filters
• Textiles
• Carpet
• Clean dimensional
lumber
• Clean engineered
wood
• Clean pallets/crates
• Other wood waste
• Tires
• Plastic trash bags
• Flat glass
• Remainder/composite
glass
• Remainder/composite
metal
• Remainder/composite
organic
• Concrete
• Asphalt
paving/roofing
• Gypsum board
• Rock/soil/fines
• Remainder/composite
inerts & other
• Ash
• Treated medical
wastes
• Remainder/composite
special waste
• Mixed residue
153 To achieve a Zero Waste goal, communities must focus more on restructuring production
154 and distribution systems to reduce waste. This entails shifting consumption patterns,
155 more carefully managing purchases, and maximizing the reuse of materials at the end of
156 their intended use.
157 While the concept of zero waste seems an aspirational goal due to the growing global
158 population and the environmental challenges the planet is facing with limited resources,
159 it is imperative that waste management moves from a linear system to a cyclical system
160 where materials, products, and substances are used as efficiently as possible. Ultimately,
161 to achieve zero waste the City of Chula Vista must encourage residents and business to
162 reevaluate what is considered waste.
163 All strategies in a Zero Waste Plan should consider "People, Planet, and Profit" as the
164 "triple bottom line" to achieving social, environmental, and economic sustainability. By
165 doing so, the Zero Waste Plan contributes to the development of a greener local economy
166 and a more sustainable community.
167 The City of Chula Vista's Zero Waste Plan will move in logical increments toward the goal
168 of zero waste by promoting and pursuing the following core principles: a) `upstream' re -
169 design strategies to simply replace toxic products with less toxic ones or reduce the
170 volume and toxicity of discarded products; b) a closed-loop system of production and
171 consumption; c) low -impact or reduced consumption lifestyles; d) improved `downstream'
172 reuse/recycling of end -of -life products and materials to ensure their highest and best use;
173 and e) support use of discarded products and materials to stimulate and drive local
174 economic and workforce development.
175 Support for a holistic approach
176 Product stewardship is an environmental management waste reduction strategy that aims
177 to make manufacturers responsible for minimizing environmental impact throughout all
178 stages of a product's life cycle. This minimizes health, safety, environmental and social
179 impacts of a product while shifting financial and management responsibility upstream to
18o the producer and away from the public sector. This also provides incentives to producers
181 to incorporate the environment into the design of their product.
182 The City will continue to support current product stewardship programs for carpet,
183 mattresses, and paint recycling. The company Planet A-1 serves Chula Vista and the
184 South Bay as a major carpet recovery and recycling business. Mattress recycling is
185 coordinated with the efforts of the Mattress Recycling Council, an industry -led effort to
186 recover mattresses locally at the Otay Landfill and other collection sites throughout the
187 state of California. The Paintcare drop off program is another industry -led program, with
188 four locations in Chula Vista and two more in the South Bay, it has cut the paint collection
189 at the Household Hazardous Waste Facility in half.
190 City staff serves in a leadership capacity on the California Product Stewardship Council
191 (CPSC) and the California Resource Recovery Association (CRRA). CPSC is leading the
192 effort to shift California's product waste management system from one focused on
193 government funded and ratepayer financed waste diversion to one that relies on producer
194 responsibility to reduce public costs and drive improvements in product design that
195 promote environmental sustainability.
196 The City will continue its support for comprehensive waste reduction legislation at the
197 state level that targets material chemistry rather than legislation that address waste from
198 a single source such as batteries, plastic bags, or mattresses. Ideally, by targeting
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199 material chemistry, a single piece of legislation can efficiently address the environmental
200 negative effects of a larger number of materials. These laws help to force product
201 stewardship across several products that are comprised of the same or very similar
202 materials. As an example, we can mention targeting packaging of all products sold in the
203 state made from a certain mix of polymers that make them difficult to recycle.
204 It is also important to mention that the City's efforts also include working with local
205 jurisdictions and partners to create regionwide initiatives that address difficult -to -recycle
205 materials for ease of implementation. For example, all South Bay cities with collaboration
207 could more effectively introduce and implement a ban on polystyrene products and single -
208 use plastic products.
209 Who participated in the development of this Zero Waste Plan?
210 The plan was prepared by the City of Chula Vista's Office of Sustainability with input
211 from businesses, schools and community members. Staff presented at community
212 meetings including special interest clubs, faith -based groups, parent -teacher
213 organizations among others. The Chula Vista community also had the opportunity to
214 comment on the plan electronically via an extended feedback period and during online
215 sessions of the presentations via live webcasts with interactive sessions. Additionally,
215 staff worked with the Sustainability Commission and conducted a comment period via
212 email and through the City's website to obtain valuable input and feedback on the Zero
218 Waste Plan. The following stakeholders participated in the workshop:
219 (list of organizations and include photos of meetings and flyers
220 ZERO WASTE PLAN STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS
221 The City of Chula Vista Zero Waste Plan includes six key strategies, with a priority placed
222 on "upstream" solutions to eliminate waste before it is created. The plan demonstrates
223 the City's practice of leading by example and includes actions to build upon the City's
224 traditional "downstream" recycling programs to fully utilize the existing waste diversion
225 infrastructure. This section will provide information on each strategy, current actions, and
225 planned future actions. Each of these strategies contain an educational component.
227 1. Promote and Support Source Reduction and Reuse: Source reduction means
228 stopping the creation of waste at the outset through activities designed to reduce the
229 volume, mass, or toxicity of products. Reuse of suitable materials is a key activity to
230 achieve reduction goals. Source reduction and reuse saves resources and money lowers
231 for obtaining new raw materials.
232 Leading by Example - Current City Actions and Programs to Support Reduction
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233 1. City staff works with public safety staff to identify environmentally sustainable
234 solutions for materials and products used during operations. This includes
235 eliminating the use of single -use batteries and replacing them with rechargeable
236 batteries and replacing conventional road flares with reusable LED flares.
237 2. The City is following the practices included in the City Operations Sustainability
238 Plan. Implementation continues to pave the way for many smart and practical
239 source reduction practices. The Plan will be updated in 2020 with refined practices
240 to take source reduction to a higher level.
241 3. Staff has also set forth a goal to certify many of its City municipal buildings as
242 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) buildings which presents
243 many opportunities to further reduce the amount of waste in building operations,
244 use safer cleaning products and lower energy and water use. Three Buildings at
245 the City Hall Complex have received LEED certification, two Gold and one Silver.
246 4. City staff educates residents and businesses on waste reduction practices to
247 encourage purchasing practices that support waste minimization with effective
248 multimedia campaigns using CLEAN newsletters, e-mails, social media posts,
249 direct mailers, and face-to-face education at community events and through visits
250 to businesses and homes.
251 5. The City conducts a pilot program with 15 businesses to address use of
252 polystyrene plastic single -use containers (often called Styrofoam) and plastic ware
253 with the goal of providing options for multi -use, reusable, and compostable take
254 out containers. A key purpose of the pilot study is to educate business owners and
255 operators to switch to products that are reusable or compostable.
256 6. An ongoing campaign encourages Chula Vista residents to use their own reusable
257 take-out containers when eating out at. In June 2018, the "Break Out Your Take -
258 Out Container" was started with an event along in the Third Avenue Village and
259 has expanded to 12 restaurants throughout the City.
260 7. Teaming with I Love a Clean San Diego, the City offers zero waste community
261 workshops to familiarize residents with zero waste principles. Workshops cover
262 successful bulk shopping techniques, information on recycle, reduce, repurpose
263 and repair waste reduction practices, as well as developing daily sustainable
264 habits.
265 8. "Fix -It" clinics are offered to the Chula Vista community which brings together
266 volunteers with specialty tools and repair expertise to instruct those who need an
267 item repaired. Residents are encouraged to reuse, repair, and repurpose materials
268 and products as an alternative to disposal in the landfill which also saves them
269 money. Fix -It clinics focus on repairing broken, nonfunctioning items including
270 electronics, small appliances, computers, toys, bicycles and clothes. Fix -It clinics
271 have been conducted as standalone events and have been incorporated into major
272 City events such as South Bay Earth Day.
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273 9. The City has secured grant funding from CalRecycle to establish a "Reuse Store"
274 at the City's Household Hazardous Waste Facility to make available minimally
275 used cleaning and paint and other ready -to -use products that were collected from
275 citizens disposing of materials at the facility. The Reuse Store will help the City
277 reduce disposal costs for collected materials and gives new life to usable products
278 that otherwise would have been disposed.
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280 Planned Future Actions
281 1. Continue to conduct and expand Fix -It clinics to help mold reuse, repair, and
282 repurpose values and lifestyle behavior.
283 o Action 1-A: Conduct three additional Fix -It clinics throughout the calendar
284 year.
285 2. Create and conduct other campaigns to encourage residents to reuse other
285 materials and products as an alternative to disposal. These campaigns will help
287 promote local repair businesses.
288 o Action 1-B: Prepare and distribute a mass mailer to educate 70,000+ Chula
289 Vista homes on the benefits of reuse and repair once per year.
290 3. Encourage and educate businesses and residents to donate unwanted items to
291 local aid agencies to keep usable items out of the waste stream. Engage the artist
292 community as additional partners in the City's zero waste efforts to inspire creative
293 reuse and environmentally sustainable behavior by repurposing discarded items
294 to create new works of art that expands the economic viability of this genre. Work
295 with local stores including flooring, fabric, office supply, party supply, paint stores,
295 manufacturers, and other businesses and nonprofits (i.e., Goodwill and others)
297 whereby materials to be discarded could be used in creative ways by artists,
298 crafters, and teachers to establish a community exchange network. These
299 practices utilizing education of the community and creating partnerships would
300 divert tons of usable materials from the waste stream each year.
301 o Action 1-C: Working with businesses and nonprofit organizations to
302 establish a Chula Vista -based operation on the lines of the SCRAP Network
303 USA. A SCRAP center/store would collect usable, donated items that
304 otherwise would be destined for landfill disposal and sell them at bargain
305 prices. Typically, items consist of craft supplies for artists and teachers such
305 artist paints, brushes, colored pencils, fabric, ribbons, yarn, varieties of
307 paper, and several other items that could be used creatively to produce art.
308 SCRAP stores provide teachers with inexpensive way to provide for their
309 students, particularly for art projects. SCRAP stores also conduct in-store
310 craft workshops for children. SCRAP stores could consist of a specific set -
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311 aside section for these materials in participating thrift -type stores. A
312 nonprofit partner that could lead these efforts would be beneficial.
313 o Action 1-D: After establishment of the SCRAP -like network, prepare and
314 conduct a kick-off campaign using mailers, press announcements, and
315 social media to create awareness and change behaviors to increase items
316 donated and to inspire creation of an exchange network community.
317 o Action 1-E: Arrange and conduct exchange events with exchange network
318 participants where artist and other communities can obtain discarded
319 materials. Conduct two events per year similarly to Fix -It clinics and as a
320 component of City events including South Bay Earth Day and other publicly
321 held events throughout the year.
322 o Action 1-F: Prepare and conduct twice yearly campaigns via mailouts to
323 encourage collection and distribution of discarded materials to support
324 exchange network.
325 o Action 1-G: Prepare and disseminate year-round messaging via Office of
326 Sustainability social media platforms to complement the mailers.
327 4. Create a Reuse Store at the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility where
328 residents will be able to drop off acceptable HHW items (paints, cleaners, etc.) for
329 other residents to obtain for their use at no charge. The HHW Reuse Store will
330 consist of a converted storage shed painted to be aesthetically pleasing
331 resembling a storefront appearance with new shelving and signage. A log will be
332 kept of dropped off items (types, amounts) and reusable items taken by residents
333 for compiling data and analysis.
334 o Action 1-H: Complete set up of operational Reuse Store for household
335 cleaning products and paints by June 2020.
336 o Action 1-I: Promote the availability of the Reuse Store through the City's
337 CLEAN website, social media, and distribution of a flyer to HHW users and
338 residents.
339 5. Develop an ordinance to disallow the sale, distribution and use of difficult to recycle
340 single -use plastic and polystyrene foam products such as plates, bowls, cups,
341 cutlery and straws. The ordinance will include options for use of reusable and
342 recyclable products.
343 o Action 1-J: Complete development of the ordinance and include
344 opportunities for public comment prior to City Council approval.
345 o Action 1-K: Develop phase-in implementation plan for the ordinance, begin
346 implementation in 2020 to 2021.
347 Community Stakeholder Input on: 1. Promote and Support Source Reduction:
348 1.
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349 2.
350 3.
351 4.
352 5.
353 2. Reduce the Use of Toxic Materials: Reducing the use of toxic chemicals can reduce
354 the risk of adverse health and environmental effects, in addition to creating such
355 economic advantages as reductions in costs of raw materials and waste disposal.
356 California and nine other states have enacted laws to promote reductions in the use of
357 toxic chemicals. Actions include developing toxic use reduction plans for industrial
358 facilities, providing technical assistance, and establishing reporting systems.
359 Leading by Example -Current City Actions and Programs to Promote and Support Source
360 Reduction
361 1. The City's Sustainability Operations Plan includes Green Purchasing defined as
362 using purchasing power in the most cost-effective, fair and environmental -friendly
363 manner to create a healthier workplace. City facilities are leading by example in
364 conducting best practices including purchase and use of toxic -free cleaning
365 products or those with low amounts of volatile organic compounds.
366 2. Dispensing stations used by custodial staff have been modified so only amounts
367 of cleaning products needed for specific tasks are used.
368 3. The City implements federal Clean Water Act regulations by enforcing its
369 ordinance that prevents all non -storm water discharges from municipal facilities
370 (including landscape over -irrigation) to storm drains. Also, the City complies with
371 storm water "Best Management Practices" requirements on all municipal facilities.
372 Activities include: phase-out of chemical pesticide and fertilizer use, transition to
373 high -efficiency irrigation at municipal sites to avoid runoff and conducting of annual
374 assessments to improve strategies or create new strategies.
375 4. Current waste reduction programs encourage residents and businesses to make
376 better choices in their everyday lives that include the use of safe and effective
377 alternatives to common household cleaners that may be hazardous. Leading by
378 example is key. Activities conducted include development and distribution of
379 informational materials that detail alternatives to using toxic products including
iso pesticides. Workshops for residents and businesses conducted by the City's
381 partner, I Love a Clean San Diego, provide direct education with concrete, simple
382 examples to change behaviors including "Zero Waste Living," "Zero Waste
383 Bathrooms," and "Zero Waste Kitchens."
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384 5. Distribute educational materials including brochures, flyers that are disseminated
385 at public events direct interaction with members of the public and electronically via
386 the CLEAN website and social media. Also, conduct NatureScape and other
387 workshops to inform residents of the benefits of composting and using toxic -free
388 pesticide and herbicide management techniques.
389 6. The City also offers the Used Oil Program to promote the collection of used motor
390 oil at (add # of centers in CV) certified collection centers in Chula Vista and (add #
391 centers in the rest of the prog.) throughout other cities in the South and East
392 County as part of a regional program managed by the City of Chula Vista. On
393 average per month, the combined collection ranges from 8,000 to 10,000 gallons
394 of used motor oil and 1,000 to 2,000 used oil filters.
395 7. Conducts the Pharmaceutical Collection Program via secure collection bins at the
396 Chula Vista Police Department every three weeks throughout the year and at two
397 Prescription Drug Take Back Days events in April and October. On average, 100
398 pounds of pharmaceuticals are collected every month from the collection bins and
399 between 300 to 400 pounds of pharmaceuticals are collected at each event. The
400 Collection Program has had a pharmaceutical mail -back component since
401 December 2018. Seventy-seven residents have requested a total of 140 sharps
402 mail -back containers and 183 pharmaceutical mail -back envelopes. These efforts
403 reduce impacts of disposing pharmaceutical drugs in landfills and sewage
404 treatment systems.
405 Planned Future Actions
406 1. Continue to offer programs that reduce the use of toxic materials throughout the
407 community and properly dispose of such materials via the City's Household
408 Hazardous Waste Facility.
409 o Action 2-A: Increase collected materials up to 10 percent more every 5
410 years; each year this equates to approximately 14 additional tons.
411 2. Develop and disseminate additional specific educational materials that drill down
412 with the latest information to enhance behavior change and cooperation to reduce
413 use of toxic materials and products by City residents and businesses.
414 o Action 2-B: Complete one mass mailer campaign once a year to City of
415 Chula Vista residents on toxic reduction efforts and provide corresponding
416 follow-up educational social media posts to reinforce campaign messages.
417 3. Phaseout the use of chemical fertilizers by Public Works Landscape crews at City
418 parks, parkways adjacent to major City streets, landscaped areas of City facilities,
419 and other City -owned and managed land.
420 o Action 2-C: Eliminate use of chemical fertilizers at Chula Vista Parks by
421 2035.
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422 Community Stakeholder Input on: 2. Reduce the Use of Toxic Materials
423 1.
424 2.
425 3.
426 4.
427 5.
428 3. Promote and Educate on Zero Waste Principles: This plan encompasses activities
429 to educate the Chula Vista community on zero waste principles and expand to target all
430 stakeholders to make zero waste a common mindset in Chula Vista. A parallel purpose
431 is creating a community of "zero waste champions" including children, business leaders,
432 city staff, elected officials, and other interested parties. A more inclusive zero waste
433 marketing program throughout Chula Vista will have to reach all corners of the community
434 so it permeates all aspects of life, including new community development, commerce, and
435 government.
436 Leading by Example - Current City Actions and Programs to Promote and Support Zero
437 Waste Principles
438 1. Current activities include zero waste workshops offered quarterly to residents and
439 the business community utilizing the City's partnership with I Love a Clean San
440 Diego.
441 2. Educational workshops are conducted at all City event venues (i.e., South Bay
442 Earth Day, Harbor Fest directed at citizens of all ages.
443 3. Zero waste procedures are required for City events whereby all vendors must
444 comply with requirements and protocols during pre -event planning and day -of -
445 event activities.
446 4. Smart purchasing practices for City -led purchasing for construction and
447 maintenance projects of City facilities.
448 5. At City Employee Engagement events educate City staff of zero waste practices,
449 particularly for use of reusable cups, dishes and utensils.
450 Planned Future Actions
451 1. Expand the frequency of zero waste workshops beyond one per calendar quarter
452 making this a foremost educational opportunity to conduct interactive activities for
453 both children and adults to mold and establish a mindset and lifestyle changes.
454 Continue to co -promote and conduct toxic reduction events and workshops with 1
455 Love a Clean San Diego and other local organizations.
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456 o Action 3-A: Conduct up to five additional Zero Waste Workshops per year
457 separate events or incorporated into larger city events.
458 2. Work with area schools in a leadership role to activate zero waste teaching utilizing
459 a mobile lab offered by the County Board of Education along with other possible
460 partnerships.
461 o Action 3-B: Offer waste reduction guidance to schools in the Sweetwater
462 Union High School and Chula Vista Elementary School Districts and begin
463 a recycling program in five schools per year.
464 3. Enhance current programs to include zero waste fundamentals as part of all
465 activities. Staff can leverage zero waste messages to every program in its prevue,
466 examples include the Household Hazardous Waste collection program, Home
467 Checkup Evaluation program, and the FREBE program, which can incorporate
468 messages encouraging the use of environmentally healthy alternatives with
469 instructions for their use as "opportunitie" to get to zero waste. Such practices
470 would help to reduce the use of hazardous materials.
471 o Action 3-C: Develop specific messaging on zero waste strategies that staff
472 can use when communicating with residents, businesses, and other City
473 departments to help educate and change behaviors. Update messaging
474 annually to include more practices.
475 o Action 3-D: Develop and provide a robust and comprehensive list of zero
476 waste web sites to expand the educational opportunities for Chula Vista
477 residents, businesses, schools, and other interested parties.
478 4. Create a Zero Waste Business Certification Program as part of the CLEAN
479 Business Program to promote zero waste principles and acknowledge businesses
480 that conduct these practices as part of doing business.
481 o Action 3-E: Initiate the Zero Waste Business Certification Program and be
482 fully operational by March 2020.
483 5. Implement a zero waste education effort directed at all City department heads and
484 staff that requires applying zero waste principles in daily activities, meetings and
485 internal employee -engagement events.
486 o Action 3-F: Provide zero waste education materials pertinent to utilizing
487 proper trash, recycling, and organics containers. Includes providing
488 containers for organics (food) wastes for use throughout City facilities and
489 plan for composting of organic wastes.
490 Action 3-G: Develop and implement a transition plan from using single -use
491 water bottles and plastic food ware to use of reusable food ware at all City
492 events, meetings, and employee -engagement events.
493 6. Make improvements to the City's Construction and Demolition (C&D) program. This
494 also involves developing new requirements for deconstruction of vintage homes
495 focusing on reuse and repurposing of materials salvaged from this work.
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496 o Action 3-H: Develop guidelines and specific policy for deconstruction of
497 vintage homes built prior to 1950 by 2020 where during the first five years
498 of this policy 20 percent of such homes will follow this specified salvage
499 process. After five years, 40 percent of vintage homes will be deconstructed
500 under this policy, with 100 percent by 2035.
501 Community Stakeholder Input on: 3. Promote and Educate on Zero Waste Principles
502 1.
503 2.
504 3.
505 4.
506 5.
507 4. Support the Recycling Industry as an Engine for Regional Economic
508 Development to Fuel New Businesses, Expand Existing Markets, and Create Jobs:
5o9 Numerous studies have documented the economic development and job creation in
510 waste collection, materials processing, and recycled -content product manufacturing.
511 According to the Institute for Local Government, in order for California to reach a 75
512 percent mandated recycling goal it would need to generate 59,000 jobs in the waste
513 collection and processing sectors and 50,000 jobs in the manufacturing industry.
514 The significant changes to the recycling market brought on by China's National "Green
515 Sword" policy have changed the viability of overseas markets to purchase recyclable
516 mixed paper, newspaper, cardboard, and plastics generated locally as well as throughout
517 the State. This has presented the possibility of developing markets and remanufacturing
518 facilities for these materials locally and throughout California. This presents untold
519 potential to create new businesses and jobs. By keeping these raw materials local this
520 would also help reduce development of greenhouse gases from shipping materials
521 overseas.
522 Leading by Example - Current City Actions and Programs to Promote and Support the
523 Recycling Industry
524 1. Staff plays a leadership role in the State's Recycling Market Development Zone
525 Program which offers low-interest loans and technical assistance to businesses
526 that divert materials from landfill disposal to create recycled -content products or
527 materials.
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528 2. City staff in cooperation with the State works to attract new businesses to fortify
529 the manufacturing industry to develop raw materials for remanufacturing from
530 collected recyclables.
531 Planned Future Actions
532 1. Implement new activities with the Recycling Market Development Zone Program
533 to promote and attract businesses that use recycled content to manufacture new
534 raw materials.
535 o Action 4-A: Facilitate three loans for recycling development market or
536 materials management facilities in the South Bay region by 2024.
537 2. Other initiatives include GO Biz, tax credits for materials recycling equipment and
538 local support from regional programs.
539 o Action 4-13: Work with regional economic councils, specifically the South
540 County Economic Development Council and the East County Economic
541 Development Council to develop and promote materials recycling.
542 3. Work with regional jurisdictions to attract industry to create raw materials from
543 recycled content for manufacturing.
544 o Action 4-C: Collaborate to create partnerships to locate materials recycling
545 businesses in Chula Vista and the South County.
546 4. Develop a resource recovery facility at the Otay Landfill that will divert up to 90
547 percent of solid and organic wastes from landfills by employing reuse, repair,
548 recycling, and composting technologies.
549 o Action 4-D: Per the Amended and Restated Otay Landfill Expansion
550 Agreement between the Otay Landfill and the City of Chula Vista, a
551 conceptual Resource Recovery Facility will be developed by Republic
552 Services, the Otay Landfill operator. It would serve as a hub for a resource
553 recovery facility and reuse of materials with an educational component for
554 businesses and residents.
555 Community Stakeholder Input on: 4. Support the Recycling Industry as an Engine for
556 Regional Economic Development to Fuel New Businesses, Expand Existing Markets, and
557 Create Jobs
558 1.
559 2.
56o 3.
561 4.
562 5.
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563 5. Support Current Programs for Multi -family, Businesses and Continue to Educate
564 Single-family Residents to Reduce Contamination and Increase Diversion:
565 According to the U.S. EPA, recycling not only reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills
566 and conserves natural resources, it also prevents pollution by reducing the need to collect
567 new raw material for manufacturing and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Recycling
568 also helps create new, well -paying jobs in the recycling and manufacturing industries in
569 the United States.
570 Leading by Example - Current City Actions and Proqrams to Promote and Support the
571 Recycling Industry
572
1.
City programs work to educate residents and businesses to divert recyclable
573
materials from landfill disposal via printed media, social media and face-to-face
574
education.
575
2.
Businesses are offered turn -key assistance with the City delivering on-site
576
assistance in evaluating waste streams, providing best management practices and
577
working with Republic Services to "right -size" trash and recycling collection
578
services. Printed media offered in both English and Spanish is provided to
579
business operators for employee education.
580
3.
Staff conducts detailed pilot -phase, multi -visit trash and recycling audits of
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businesses to help "right size" trash and recycling and address compliance with
582
state laws.
583
4.
Staff offers a program to further facilitate recycling by providing in-house recycling
584
containers of various sizes and applications at no cost to Chula Vista businesses
585
and organizations. To receive this benefit, business operators simply complete a
586
brief on-line application in which they agree to a visit from staff to not only deliver
587
the containers and to receive valuable education and signage to encourage
588
successful implementation. Recycling containers are offered courtesy of funding
589
from the California Redemption Value program.
590 Planned Future Actions
591 1. Combat the urgent issue of increased contamination of recycling content in Chula
592 Vista. Inform and educate businesses and single- and multi -family residents of the
593 stricter rules posed by recycled material importers requiring clean recycled content
594 for materials processing by EDCO Waste and Recycling that finds buyers for Chula
595 Vista -originated recyclable tonnages.
596 o Action 5-A: Conduct a multi-year information campaign with mailers, social
597 media, public presentations, and press releases to reach every business
598 and resident in Chula Vista with simplified messages that clearly specify
599 what items are recycled and placed in recycling bins. Messages will include
600 "Keep it Clean," "Scrape or Wipe," and "No Plastic Bags in Recycling Bins."
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601 o Action 5-B: Complement the multi-year information campaign with twice -
602 yearly updating of the City's CLEAN website recycling pages with recycling
603 FAQs and City -produced and industry -available videos to reinforce and
604 emphasize behavior change needed for proper recycling.
605 2. Staff will partner with local organizations, academia and local business leaders to
606 help create a vision for the City and its efforts to divert and prevent valuable
607 resources from ending up in the landfill while demonstrating how these efforts are
608 beneficial for slowing climate change.
609 o Action 5-C: Develop innovative ways to educate residents and businesses
610 by creating a unique campaign that will resonate and elicit positive
611 behavioral change throughout the City by stressing that recycling and waste
612 reduction actions are ingrained in our way of life.
613 3. Based on data obtained from the pilot -phase of multi -visit trash and recycling
614 audits, continue this effort to cover the remainder of Chula Vista businesses.
615 o Action 5-D: Conduct multiple on-site audits to educate businesses on
616 proper recycling and trash disposal and right -sizing service levels, with a
617 goal of targeting 100 businesses annually. This audit effort will be modified
618 to support Strategy 6 to reduce and divert organic materials from landfills.
619 o Action 5-E: Encourage and assist businesses to develop "in-house" waste
620 disposal and recycling plans to help each establishment determine how
621 much waste is generated by their operations.
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623 Community Stakeholder Input on: 5 Support Current Programs for Multi -family,
624 Businesses and Continue to Educate Single -Family Residents to Reduce Contamination
625 and Increase Diversion
626 1.
627 2.
628 3.
629 4.
630 5.
631 6. Keep Organic Materials out of Landfills: Organic materials, composed of yard
632 trimmings, food scraps, untreated wood waste, paper and paperboard products, are
633 valuable resources that, when processed correctly, will produce compost.
634 Currently, organics are the largest component of the City's trash representing almost 50
635 percent of the waste stream. When buried in a landfill, these organic materials
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636 decompose generating methane, a greenhouse gas that is 25 times more harmful than
637 carbon dioxide. The U.S. EPA estimates that 25 percent of the methane generated in a
638 landfill with gas capturing systems still escapes into our atmosphere. A statewide study
639 commissioned by CalRecycle in 2014 along with a 2016 waste composition study
640 performed on waste from Chula Vista homes and businesses sent to the Otay Landfill
641 reaffirms these findings.
642 The State of California's most recent effort to reduce methane is Senate Bill 1383 (Lara,
643 2016). By implementing this legislation through regulations adopted in 2018, it sets a goal
644 to achieve a 50 -percent reduction in the level of the statewide disposal of organic waste
645 from the 2014 level by 2020 and a 75 -percent reduction from the 2014 level by 2025.
646 Leading by Example - Current City Actions and Programs to Reduce and Divert Organic
647 Materials from Landfills
648 1. Since the early 1990s, the City of Chula Vista has implemented a yard waste
649 (leaves, branches, grass, etc.) collection program for all residents and
650 businesses.
651 2. The City has implemented a Backyard Composting program with two key
652 components. It features 1 -hour weekly compost training workshops on Sundays
653 at the Living Coast Discovery Center. Through September 2019, 1,137 people
654 have participated in this training. Also, a seven -week Master Composter Training
655 course conducted twice a year provides education and training to residents that
656 covers the full breadth of composting to process organics. Through spring 2019,
657 two courses per year averaging 25 participants have been conducted and a
658 total of 421 have been trained. Compost developed by residents is used as soil
659 amendment in yards and gardens. Reduced cost compost bins are available to
660 program participants. This program also assists City's efforts to educate
661 residents about future food waste collection programs.
662 3. City staff conducts NatureScape workshops to educate residents about the
663 benefits of composting and natural yard care to help reduce and divert yard
664 wastes from landfill disposal.
665 4. City programs educate residents and businesses focus on the importance to
666 divert organic materials from landfill disposal and prevent contamination of
667 collected organics with non -accepted items such as plastics, treated or painted
668 wood, and non-organic recyclables. Education efforts are ongoing and conducted
669 via printed media and targeted mailings, social media, and face-to-face education
670 opportunities at public events.
671 5. In 2015, the City, in partnership with Republic Services, initiated a commercial
672 and residential food waste collection pilot program to begin the planning efforts
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673 for a future citywide program to decrease the amount of organics disposed in the
674 landfill.
675 6. In January 2018, the Environmental Services section began monthly Food
676 Recovery Group meetings to improve and expand the food recovery efforts in the
677 City. Over 30 people representing 10 food distribution agencies have
678 collaborated and provided valuable input that will continue to advance recovery
679 efforts. These efforts are combating the fact that one in eight Americans suffer
680 from food insecurity and struggle to provide enough food on their tables.
681 7. City staff works with local businesses to identify donation sources and create
682 relationships for participation in local food rescue programs to address regional
683 food insecurity.
684 8. City staff works with all businesses and residents on collection service
685 requirements, contamination standards, and overall compliance with this wide -
686 ranging law that covers reducing disposal of organics in landfills.
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688 Planned Future Actions
689
690 1. Develop an organic waste recovery and management program to capture the
691 current 40 percent of organic waste present in our current waste stream.
692 o Action 6-A: Implement a fully operational program for compliance with
693 California Senate Bill 1383 (SB1383) by January 2022.
694 2. Monitoring at local businesses and multi -family properties will be enhanced
695 utilizing education as a first approach for compliance to avoid potential
696 penalties.
697 o Action 6-B: To enrich monitoring and education, fine-tune follow-up
698 approaches prescribed in Chula Vista Municipal Code Section 8.25 and
699 incorporate into the fully operational program for compliance with SB
700 1383 by January 2022.
701 3. Staff's main concern will be to assure that Chula Vista homes and businesses
702 receive a high-quality organics collection service with as little economic impact as
703 possible.
704 o Action 6-C: Staff will work with Chula Vista residents and businesses to
705 implement services and develop a strong public outreach, education, and
706 participation program to fulfill requirements of SB 1383 to reduce
707 contamination rates found in organic wastes.
708 4. Increase the diversion of yard waste organic materials and create more compost
709 on residential (backyard composting) and commercial production levels.
710 o Action 6-D: Increase the education of residents on the benefits of
711 composting. Add one additional seven -week Master Composter Workshop
712 by January 2021.
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713 o Action 6-E: Develop other compost -focused educational activities at various
714 locations throughout the City, up to two opportunities each year.
715 o Action 6-F: Conduct additional NatureScape Workshops and include a
716 component on the benefits of composting with a goal of up to two workshops
717 per year.
718 o Action 6-G: Working with Republic Services, the Otay Landfill Operator, and
719 compost contractors to expand commercial capability for compost
720 production and distribution.
721 5. Staff will continue to work with Republic Services to identify the best and most
722 practical solution to remaining organic materials derived from Chula Vista homes
723 and businesses.
724 o Action 6-G: Identify and evaluate technologically advanced solutions like
725 anaerobic digestion facilities and traditional composting methods to
726 manage high solids organic waste like landscape waste.
727 Community Stakeholder Input on: 6 Reduce and Divert Organic Materials from the
728 Landfill
729 1.
730 2.
731 3.
732 4.
733 5.
734 Conclusion: This Zero Waste Plan resolution creates a direction for staff to address the
735 new concerns in waste management facing the state, region, and the City. Solutions to
736 issues like the attenuation of domestic and international recycling markets, increased
737 amounts in trash production in our state, reduction in recyclables diverted from trash, and
738 new laws that disallow organic matter from reaching local landfills will challenge staff to
739 take a new approach. This approach to address these concerns will require complete
740 support from the Chula Vista community. Experience gained from previous shifts in law
741 and environmental programs will help Chula Vista face these new challenges and
742 overcome them.
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November 19, 2019
ITY COUNCIL
STATEMENT
CITY OF
CHULA VISTA
File ID: 19-0476
TITLE
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS
2.32.020 "PURPOSE AND INTENT", 2.32.030 "STATEMENT OF CITY GOALS AND POLICIES" AND 2.32.060
"MEMBERSHIP" _RELATED TO THE GOVERNANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA'S SUSTAINABILITY
COMMISSION
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Council adopt the resolution and place the ordinance on first reading.
SUMMARY
The Sustainability Commission requests amendments to Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapter 2.32 sections
2.32.020, 2.32.030 and 2.32.060 to reflect agreed changes during two special commission meetings held in
July 2019
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Director of Development Services has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as
defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a physical change in
the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is
not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
The Sustainability Commission discussed the changes proposed and recommend that the Chula Vista City
Council adopt the resolution and place the ordinance on first reading
DISCUSSION
On June 17 and July 1, 2019, the Sustainability Commission held special meetings to discuss ways to make
that citizen group more inclusive in the City' oversight of programs and projects. Both meetings were
facilitated by City staff, the first was to contrast similar citizen bodies in other agencies and to identify
opportunities to make the commission more inclusive in the City's oversight of programs and projects.
During the second meeting, a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analysis was
performed to identify what resources are available to accomplish the desired results. The result of both
meetings was to request amendments to CVMC 2.32.020 (Purpose and Intent) and adding and deleting text
to CVMC 2.32.030 (Statement of City goals and policies). The proposed changes address goals and policies
V. 001 Page 1 1
of the City that relate to proposed new duties of the Commission. On CVMC 2.32.060, the changes reflect an
increase in the number of commissioners that shall participate in the citizen body from seven (7) to nine
(9). The proposed changes to the municipal code chapter are shown in (attachment 1)
DECISION -MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site-specific
and consequently, the real property holdings of Chula Vista City Council members do not create a
disqualifying real property -related financial conflict of interest under the Political Reform Act (Cal. Gov't
Code § 87100, et seq.).
Staff is not independently aware and has not been informed by any Chula Vista Council member, of any
other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision -maker conflict of interest in this matter.
CURRENT -YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
None
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
None
ATTACHMENTS
[Attachment 1- Redline and strikethrough changes to Chula Vista Municipal Codes 2.32.020 and 2.32.030]
Staff Contact: Manuel Medrano, Environmental Services Manager
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Ch. 2.32 Sustainability Commission I Chula Vista Municipal Code
Chapter 2.32
SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION*
Sections:
Administrative functions.
2.32.010
Creation.
2.32.020
Purpose and intent.
2.32.030
Statement of City goals and policies.
2.32.040
Functions and duties.
2.32.050
Administrative functions.
2.32.060
Membership.
2.32.070
Meeting frequency.
2.32.090
Repealed.
2.32.100
Repealed.
Page 1 of 4
-* For provisions of the Environmental Qbality Act of 1970 generally, see Public Resources Code 21000, et seq.; for
-- --provisions authorizing attorney general intervention in matters of environmental concern, see Gov. Code § 12600, et
seq.
Prior legislation: Prior code § 1.718, Ords. 1299 and 1310.
2.32.010 Creation.
_. The Resource Conservation Commission was created by ordinance in 1980; that Commission has
been renamed the Sustainability Commission (the "Commission"). The provisions of Article VI of the
City Charter, Chapter 2.25 CVMC and, this chapter shall govern this Commission. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016;
Ord. 3211 § 6,2011; Ord. 3198 § 3,2011; Ord. 1928 § 2, 1980).
2.32.020 Purpose and intent.
It is the purpose and intent of the City Council, in establishing the Commission, to create a broadly
based multifunctional commission to provide citizens' advice to the City Council in the areas of
sustainable
economic,_ environmental cultural and educational development and other related fields as
determined by the City Council. The Commission shall also provide citizens' advice to the other
The Chula Vista Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 3460, passed July 23, 2019.
Ch. 2.32 Sustainability Commission I Chula Vista Municipal Code
Page 2 of 4
boards and commissions, the City Manager and members of the City Manager's staff on these
matters. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6,2011; Ord. 3198 § 3,2011; Ord. 1928 § 2, 1980).
2.32.030 Statement of City goals and policies.
--The goals and polities of the City that relate to the duties of the Sustainability Commission are:
A Prepare and recommend for the City Council adoption ordinances policies and procedures that
promote and foster sustainable economic environmental cultural and educational development
within the City
B Conduct hearings to receive community, input on sustainable development ordinances, policies
and procedures and incorporate the results of those hearings in its Cit Council recommendations
The Chula Vista Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 3460, passed July 23, 2019.
Ch. 2.32 Sustainability Commission I Chula Vista Municipal Code
Page 3 of 4
C. review compliance with and measure the impacts of adopted sustainable development ordinances
policies and procedures and present an annual report to the City Council of its findings
2.32.040 Functions and duties.
A. The Commission shall provide the City Council with a citizens' assessment of the following:
1. The effectiveness of proposed goals, policies, procedures and regulations of the City in
- - -- - accomplishing the purpose, intent and goals of this chapter,
2. The extent to which the capital improvement program implements this chapter;
B. The Commission may submit to the City staff, other boards or commissions, or the City Council
recommendations concerning existing or new goals, policies, procedures or regulations necessary to
implement this chapter;
-C; The -Commission may recognize individuals or groups in the community who have implemented
notable measures to foster the purpose, intent and goals of this chapter,
The Commission may holdhearings relating to any matter under investigation or in question
before this Commission;
�_____. ____E- With- regard to energy and water conservation and resource recovery:
1.--:-The.-Commissionshall review and make a recommendation to the City Council for the
_ ==disposition of appeals regarding the administration of CVMC Title 20, Energy and Water
Conservation, except those portions which are within the scope of the Board of Appeals and
Advisors and the Planning Commission.
-__- —2. __The- Commission -shall review and make a recommendation to the City Council for the
disposition of appeals regarding the administration of Chapter 8.24 CVMC, Solid Waste and
Litter, and Chapter 8.25 CVMC, Recycling, except those portions which are within the scope of
the Planning Commission. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6,2011; Ord. 3198 § 3, 2011; Ord. 1928 § 2,
1980).
The Chula Vista Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 3460, passed July 23, 2019.
Ch. 2.32 Sustainability Commission 1 Chula Vista Municipal Code
2.32.050 Administrative functions.
Page 4 of 4
A. In the event that private funds or funds from other governmental agencies are made available for
special projects, surveys, educational programs or general program support, the City Manager is
authorized, upon recommendation of the Commission and approval of the Council, to enter into
appropriate contracts for the utilization of such funds in furtherance of the purpose and intent of,
and the duties and functions of, the Commission.
B. The Sustainability Commission shall have no power or right to acquire any property for or on
behalf of itself or the City; nor shall it acquire or hold any money for itself or on behalf of the City.
(Ord. 3380.3 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6, 2011; Ord. 3198 § 3, 2011; Ord. 1928 § 2, 1980).
2.32.060 Membership.
Tl�e•-Sustainabi.lity Commission shall consist of seven nine members, to be appointed in accordance
_with=Article'Vl of the-City`Charter and Chapter 2.25 CVMC. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6, 2011).
2.32.070 Meeting frequency.
- -- - _ - The Commission's meeting schedule shall include at least one regular meeting per month, at the day,
- - = -- time;-and-location--established-by written resolution of the Commission. (Ord. 3435 § 1, 2018; Ord. 3380
§ 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6, 2011).
2.32.090 Historical site permit process.
Repealed by Ord. 3198 §3, 2011. (Ord. 1928§2,1980).
2.32.100 Implementation of Sustainability Commission functions in
designated areas by Chula Vista Redevelopment Corporation.
Repealed by Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. B), 2010. (Ord. 3009 § 2, 2005)
The Chula Vista Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 3460, passed July 23, 2019.
ORDINANCE NO.
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING
CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS 2.32.020
"PURPOSE AND INTENT", 2.32.030 "STATEMENT OF
CITY GOALS AND POLICIES" AND 2.32.060
"MEMBERSHIP" RELATED TO THE GOVERNANCE OF
THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA SUSTAINABILITY
COMMISSION
WHEREAS, [In 2008, the City Council adopted Ordinance 3111 adding Municipal Code
Chapter 2.25, General Rules for Boards and Commissions; and
WHEREAS, in 2016, the City Council adopted Ordinance 3380 renaming the Renaming
the Resource Conservation Commission to the sustainability Commission; and
WHEREAS, in 2016 the City restructured the economic Development Department
creating the Office of Sustainability Section from the Conservation and Environmental Services
Sections; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainability Commission held two special meetings in June and July
2019 to strategize on how to make their commission more inclusive in the City's oversight of
programs and projects; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainability Commission voted to make amendments to Chula Vista
Municipal Code Chapters 2.32.020, 2.32.030 and 2.32.060
WHEREAS, the proposed changes address the goals and policies of the City that relate to
the duties of the Sustainability Commission and reflect an increase in the number of
commissioners that shall participate from seven to nine
NOW THEREFORE the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does ordain as follows:
Section I.
a) That sections 2.32.020, 2.32.020 and 2.32.060 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code be
amended to read as follows:
2.32.020 Purpose and Intent
It is the purpose and intent of the City Council, in establishing the Commission, to create a
broadly based multifunctional commission to provide citizens' advice to the City Council in the
areas of sustainable economic, environmental, cultural and educational development and other
related fields as determined by the City Council. The Commission shall also provide citizens'
advice to the other boards and commissions, the City Manager and members of the City
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Manager's staff on these matters. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6, 2011; Ord. 3198 § 3,
2011; Ord. 1928 § 2, 1980).
2.32.030 Statement of City goals and policies.
The goals and policies of the City that relate to the duties of the Sustainability Commission are:
A. Prepare and recommend for the City Council adoption ordinances, policies and procedures
that promote and foster sustainable economic, environmental, cultural and educational
development within the City
B. Conduct hearings to receive community input on sustainable development ordinances,
policies and procedures and incorporate the results of those hearings in its City Council
recommendations
C. review compliance with and measure the impacts of adopted sustainable development
ordinances, policies and procedures and present an annual report to the City Council of its
findings.
2.32.060 Membership.
The Sustainability Commission shall consist of nine members, to be appointed in accordance
with Article VI of the City Charter and Chapter 2.25 CVMC. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211
§ 6, 2011).
b) That Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapter 2.32 be amended to read as follows:
SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION*
Sections:
2.32.010
Creation.
2.32.020
Purpose and intent.
2.32.030
Statement of City goals and policies.
2.32.040
Functions and duties.
2.32.050
Administrative functions.
2.32.060
Membership.
2.32.070
Meeting frequency.
2.32.090
Repealed.
2.32.100
Repealed.
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* For provisions of the Environmental Quality Act of 1970 generally, see Public Resources Code
21000, et seq.; for provisions authorizing attorney general intervention in matters of
environmental concern, see Gov. Code § 12600, et seq. Prior legislation: Prior code § 1.718,
Ords. 1299 and 1310.
2.32.010 Creation.
The Resource Conservation Commission was created by ordinance in 1980; that Commission has
been renamed the Sustainability Commission (the "Commission"). The provisions of Article VI
of the City Charter, Chapter 2.25 CVMC and this chapter shall govern this Commission. (Ord.
3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6, 2011; Ord. 3198 § 3, 2011; Ord. 1928 § 2, 1980).
2.32.020 Purpose and intent.
It is the purpose and intent of the City Council, in establishing the Commission, to create a
broadly based multifunctional commission to provide citizens' advice to the City Council in the
areas of sustainable economic, environmental, cultural and educational development and other
related fields as determined by the City Council. The Commission shall also provide citizens'
advice to the other boards and commissions, the City Manager and members of the City
Manager's staff on these matters. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6, 2011; Ord. 3198 § 3,
2011; Ord. 1928 § 2, 1980).
2.32.030 Statement of City goals and policies.
The goals and policies of the City that relate to the duties of the Sustainability Commission are:
A. Prepare and recommend for the City Council adoption ordinances, policies and procedures
that promote and foster sustainable economic, environmental, cultural and educational
development within the City
B. Conduct hearings to receive community input on sustainable development ordinances,
policies and procedures and incorporate the results of those hearings in its City Council
recommendations
C. review compliance with and measure the impacts of adopted sustainable development
ordinances, policies and procedures and present an annual report to the City Council of its
findings.
2.32.040 Functions and duties.
A. The Commission shall provide the City Council with a citizens' assessment of the following:
1. The effectiveness of proposed goals, policies, procedures and regulations of the City
in accomplishing the purpose, intent and goals of this chapter;
2. The extent to which the capital improvement program implements this chapter;
B. The Commission may submit to the City staff, other boards or commissions, or the City
Council recommendations concerning existing or new goals, policies, procedures or regulations
necessary to implement this chapter;
Ordinance
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C. The Commission may recognize individuals or groups in the community who have
implemented notable measures to foster the purpose, intent and goals of this chapter;
D. The Commission may hold hearings relating to any matter under investigation or in question
before this Commission;
E. With regard to energy and water conservation and resource recovery:
1. The Commission shall review and make a recommendation to the City Council for
the disposition of appeals regarding the administration of CVMC Title 20, Energy and
Water Conservation, except those portions which are within the scope of the Board of
Appeals and Advisors and the Planning Commission.
2. The Commission shall review and make a recommendation to the City Council for
the disposition of appeals regarding the administration of Chapter 8.24 CVMC, Solid
Waste and Litter, and Chapter 8.25 CVMC, Recycling, except those portions which are
within the scope of the Planning Commission. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6, 2011;
Ord. 3198 § 3, 2011; Ord. 1928 § 2, 1980).
2.32.050 Administrative functions.
A. In the event that private funds or funds from other governmental agencies are made available
for special projects, surveys, educational programs or general program support, the City Manager
is authorized, upon recommendation of the Commission and approval of the Council, to enter
into appropriate contracts for the utilization of such funds in furtherance of the purpose and
intent of, and the duties and functions of, the Commission.
B. The Sustainability Commission shall have no power or right to acquire any property for or
on behalf of itself or the City, nor shall it acquire or hold any money for itself or on behalf of the
City. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6, 2011;.Ord. 3198 § 3, 2011; Ord. 1928 § 2, 1980).
2.32.060 Membership.
The Sustainability Commission shall consist of nine members, to be appointed in accordance
with Article VI of the City Charter and Chapter 2.25 CVMC. (Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211
§ 6, 2011).
2.32.070 Meeting frequency.
The Commission's meeting schedule shall include at least one regular meeting per month, at the
day, time, and location established by written resolution of the Commission. (Ord. 3435 § 1,
2018; Ord. 3380 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3211 § 6, 2011).
2.32.090 Historical site permit process.
Repealed by Ord. 3198 § 3, 2011. (Ord. 1928 § 2, 1980).
2.32.100 Implementation of Sustainability Commission functions in designated areas
by Chula Vista Redevelopment Corporation.
Repealed by Ord.. 153 § 2 (Exh. B), 2010. (Ord. 3009 § 2, 2005).
Ordinance
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Section II. Severability
If any portion of this Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance, is for
any reason held to be invalid, unenforceable or unconstitutional, by a court of competent
jurisdiction, that portion shall be deemed severable, and such invalidity, unenforceability or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining portions of the
Ordinance, or its application to any other person or circumstance. The City Council of the City of
Chula Vista hereby declares that it would have adopted each section, sentence, clause or phrase
of this Ordinance, irrespective of the fact that any one or more other sections, sentences, clauses
or phrases of the Ordinance be declared invalid, unenforceable or unconstitutional.
Section III. Construction
The City Council of the City of Chula Vista intends this Ordinance to supplement, not to
duplicate or contradict, applicable state and federal law and this Ordinance shall be construed in
light of that intent.
Section IV. Effective Date
This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force on the thirtieth day after its final passage.
Section V. Publication
The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause
the same to be published or posted according to law.
Presented by Approved as to form by
Eric Crockett
Director of Economic Development
Glen R. Googins
City Attorney
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