RCRC members are encouraged to submit comments on regulatory matters to state and federal regulatory bodies, and to provide a copy to RCRC’s Government Affairs staff.
Use by Over-Snow Vehicles (Travel Management Rule): Implements a court decision requiring national forests to designate roads for access by over-snow vehicles. Agency: USDA Forest Service Status: Proposed rule out for 45-day comment period, comments due August 4, 2014. RCRC Comments: Click here RCRC Advocate: Staci Heaton sheaton@rcrcnet.org
SRA Fire Safe Regulations Update, 2014: Updates existing regulations to amend requirements on fire access roads and other issues. Agency: California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection Status: Final draft published on July 4, 2014 for 45-day comment period, comments due August 25, 2014 by 5 p.m. RCRC Comments: Staff is seeking input from member counties. RCRC Advocate: Staci Heaton sheaton@rcrcnet.org
Amendments to Statewide Water Quality Control Plans to Control Trash: Developing amendments to various water quality plans and permits to control trash. Agency: State Water Resources Control Board Status: Draft published on June 10, 2014 for a 45-day comment period, comments due August 5, 2014 by 5 p.m. RCRC Comments: Staff is seeking input from member counties. RCRC Advocate: Staci Heaton sheaton@rcrcnet.org
Definition of “Waters of the United States” Under the Clean Water Act: Changes the definition of “Waters of the United States” in the Clean Water Act and expands federal jurisdiction over waterways. Agency: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Status: Draft published on April 21, 2014 for a 180-day comment period, comments due October 20, 2014. RCRC Comments: Click here RCRC Advocate: Staci Heaton sheaton@rcrcnet.org
Carl Moyer Guidelines Update: The Executive Officer at ARB proposes to update the Moyer Guidelines to align with the Truck and Bus Amendments to expand funding eligibility and prioritize funds toward small fleets. Agency: California Air Resources Board Status: Proposed language posted July 8, 2014 for a 45-day public comment period, comments due August 22, 2014. RCRC comments: Staff is seeking input from member counties. The Moyer Guidelines Update information can be accessed here. RCRC Advocate: Mary Pitto mpitto@rcrcnet.org
Air Toxics Hot Spots Draft Guidance Manual: The draft Guidance Manual provides an updated method to estimate health risks from air pollution sources that will increase the number of facilities subject to the “Hot Spots” program, requiring additional notifications or plans for reducing emissions. Agency: Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Status: Draft language posted June 28, 2014 for a 45-day public comment period, comments due August 4, 2014. RCRC comments: Staff has joined a coalition seeking additional time for review, and is seeking input from member counties. The draft Guidance Manual can be accessed here. RCRC Advocate: Mary Pitto mpitto@rcrcnet.org
Revisions to Hazardous Waste Analysis Guidance Manual: The draft Guidance Manual provides guidance on how to develop and implement a Waste Analysis Plan (WAPA) suitable for managing hazardous wastes in accordance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), assist permit writers in evaluating WAPs, and assist enforcement personnel in determining facility compliance. Agency: US Environmental Protection Agency Status: Draft language posted July 11, 2014 for a 45-day public comment period, ending August 24, 2014. RCRC comments: Staff is seeking input from member counties. The draft Guidance Manual can be accessed here. RCRC Advocate: Mary Pitto mpitto@rcrcnet.org
California Carpet Stewardship Plan Annual Report: The Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE) has submitted their annual report for review and approval. Agency: CalRecycle Status: Report posted July 1, 2014, comment period extended to August 29, 2014. RCRC comments: Staff is seeking input from member counties. The Annual Report can be accessed here. RCRC Advocate: Mary Pitto mpitto@rcrcnet.org