Initiating a Zone Designation Cycle in 2006

Committee Item H (Board Agenda Item 17) March 7, 2006

Agenda Item Overview…..

• Why initiate a designation cycle now?

• What is an RMDZ?• Statewide objectives for designation

cycle• Smart Growth Strategy

THE SITUATION………An opportunity exists to:

Increase diversion levels statewide

Develop RMDZ partnerships with more local governments

Develop more sustainable regional markets

A SOLUTION………….• Initiate a 2006 Zone Designation

Cycle • Set new objectives for 2006 cycle• Fill up to 40 zones• Conduct broad outreach campaign• New RMDZ approvals in 2007

RMDZ PROGRAM

• Business tool: for diversion and business development

• Goal: increase use of locally collected recyclable waste materials

• Joint partnership with local government & businesses– Incentives offered– Customized services offered

• Emphasis on regional market development

Objectives for a Designation Cycle (CCR 17909)…….

1. Expand landfill capacity2. Encourage use of emerging

technologies3. Distribute zones around State4. Stimulate new regional markets for

recyclables

ADDITIONAL 2006 Objectives

Designate zones that:

– Target Board’s priority materials– Have not reached diversion mandates– Will be proactive in developing a local

program

2006 Objectives (cont.)Designate zones that:

– Actively support manufacturers who work with recyclables & innovative technologies

– Can further support existing RMDZs

– Support the Board’s efforts regarding source reduction & recycling

Current Zones in State

Local Government Interest as of March 2006

• Amador County• Sutter – Yuba County• Nevada County• Yolo County• Sunnyvale

• Imperial County• Corona• Pomona• Hawthorne

WORKSHOPS…………….

• Workshop locations– Interested cities/counties– Those still below mandates

• Collaborate with our stakeholders

• Comprehensive agenda

• Goal: Help local jurisdictions make an informed decision about becoming an RMDZ

PROPOSED SCHEDULE & MILESTONES

• March 31 – Board decision due• April 1 – Issue notice to cities / counties• August 1 – Designation Cycle officially

commences• December 1 – Applications deadline

BOARD STAFF RECOMMENDATION

OPTION 2: Initiate a zone designation cycle in 2006 Fill all vacant zone slots (up to 40) Approve proposed statewide objectives

QUESTIONS?