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Before the Boa d of Supervisors in and for the
County of Monterey, State of California
Resolution No: 10 087; Budget No: 9/10 131
Adopt the Negative Declaration for the proposed
Ordinance adding Chapter 10.42 to the Monterey
County Code.
SCH # 2009111029)
WHEREAS, the County is char ed with protecting the public health, safety, welfare and
the environment by promoting the reduction of solid waste generation and the diversion of solid
waste from landfills. The Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 Public Resources Code
section 41750 et seq) requires the County to divert its solid waste from landfills through source
reduction, recycling, and composting activities.
WHEREAS, the County is consi ering adoption of an ordinance adding Chapter 10.42 to
the Monterey County Code to establish regulations restricting the use of polystyrene foam food
packaging by food providers in the unincorporated area of the County of Monterey
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WHEREAS, County staff prep ed an Initial Study/Proposed Negative Declaration on the
proposed ordinance pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act CEQA). Issues that
were analyzed in the Initial Study include: aesthetic resources, agricultural resources, air quality,
biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils, hazards/hazardous materials,
hydrology/water quality, land use and lanning, mineral resources, noise, population and housing,
public services, recreation, traffic and tr nsportation, utilities and service systems.
WHEREAS, the Initial Study/ roposed Negative Declaration was circulated for public
review from November 13, 2009 through December 21, 2009. The County received nine letters in
support of eliminating the use of polystyrene foam food packaging and one letter questioning the
Initial Study and proposed ordinance.
WHEREAS, on the basis of th whole record before it, including the initial study, staff
reports, comments received, response t comments attached as an exhibit to the April 6, 2010 staff
report, reasons set forth in this resolution, other testimony received, and supporting documents and
materials in the project file, the Board finds that there is no substantial evidence that the proposed
ordinance will have a significant effect n the environment.
WHEREAS, as further explai ed in this resolution and in the response to comments
attached as an exhibit to the April 6, 2 10 staff report, no fair argument supported by substantial
evidence that the proposed ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment has been
made.
WHEREAS, eliminating the use of polystyrene foam food packaging will help maximize
the operating life of area landfills. le it is not economically feasible to recycle polystyrene
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foam in Monterey County, some other food packaging alternatives are recyclable locally, such as
clear deli containers and clean aluminum foil. Unlike polystyrene foam packaging, these other
food packaging alternatives can be recycled, thereby reducing the need for virgin resources,
reducing the amount of food packaging being sent to landfills, and lessening the economic and
environmental costs of waste management for businesses and citizens of Monterey County.
WHEREAS, the decomposition of organically derived non-polystyrene foam food
packaging produces greenhouse gases such as methane when disposed of in solid waste disposal
sites. However, the solid waste disposal sites where the County's waste is discarded Monterey
Peninsula Landfill and Johnson Canyon Landfill) are required by state regulations to monitor and
control landfill gas emissions including methane) through the use of active and passive
collection systems. Moreover, the Monterey Peninsula Landfill, operated by the Monterey
Regional Waste Management District, has a cogeneration plant which converts the recovered
methane into electricity, thereby offsetting the local demand for other nonrenewable energy
sources.
WHEREAS, polystyrene foam food packaging, when improperly disposed of or left as
litter, has the potential to break apart into smaller pieces and to become windborne. This propensity
to crumble distinguishes it from other food packaging because the crumbling makes collecting
polystyrene foam litter extremely difficult during clean ups and other litter abatement efforts. A
California Department of Transportation study conducted during 1998-2000 found that polystyrene
foam represents as much as 15 percent of the total volume of litter recovered from storm drains.
California Department of Transportation. 2000. Final Report Litter Management Pilot Study].
WHEREAS, the County investigates reports of illegal dumping and cleans up illegal
dumping sites on County property, roadways, and right-of-ways throughout the unincorporated
county. The County experience is that polystyrene foam food containers or pieces of polystyrene
foam food containers are found at many of these locations.
WHEREAS, the County as a member of the Monterey County Illegal Dumping and
Litter Abatement Task Force) organizes an annual Clean Up Day in April of each year and
supports several efforts throughout the year, including Coastal Clean Up Day and America
Recycles Day, to help clean up illegal dump sites and alleviate litter problems throughout the
County. At many of these sites, polystyrene foam food containers or pieces of polystyrene foam
food containers are collected.
WHEREAS, the use of non-polystyrene food packaging is expected to result in a decrease
in accumulation of litter over the long term. Food packaging derived from plant sources e.g. paper
fiber, cornstarch, bagasse) will biodegrade into organic material over time, unlike polystyrene foam
which will persist in the environment as litter for a much longer period if not otherwise collected.
WHEREAS, in a letter from Julie Packard, Executive Director of the Monterey Bay
Aquarium, she states the health of our oceans continues to be threatened by the persistent influx
of plastics, including polystyrene foam, from land-based sources" Letter to the County of
Monterey from Julie Packard, Executive Director, Monterey Bay Aquarium. December 5, 2009].
According to the Plastic Debris, Rivers to Sea Project implemented by the California State Water
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Resources Control Board, the California Coastal Commission and the Algalita Marine Research
Foundation, 60 to 80 percent of all marine debris and 90 percent of floating debris is plastic
material which includes polystyrene foam. Gregory, M.R., Ryan, P.G. 1997. Pelagic plastics
and other seaborne persistent synthetic debris: a review of Southern Hemisphere perspectives
and the United Nations Environment Programme: www.marinelitter.gpa.unep.org]
WHEREAS, polystyrene foam itter may harm or kill marine and other wildlife when
ingested. The Monterey Bay Nation 1 Marine Sanctuary MBNMS) indicated that, foamed
polystyrene is of particular cone because it is light, it floats, and it is highly
visible.. Polystyrene foam pieces, whic look like food to many species, is frequently ingested by
wildlife and results in choking, reduced appetite, reduced nutrient absorption, and starvation." The
MBNMS have identified over 100 speci s of plants and animals that are considered special status
species" occurring in Sanctuary waters. Letter to the City of Monterey from Paul Michel,
Superintendent, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. August 12, 2008]
WHEREAS, the Negative Declaration reflects the County's independent judgment and
analysis.
WHEREAS, the custodian of the documents which constitute the record of proceedings
upon which the County's decision is based is the Environmental Health Bureau of the Monterey
County Health Department, located at 1 70 Natividad Road, Salinas.
WHEREAS, in addition to circ lating the Initial Study/proposed Negative Declaration
for public review between November 3 and December 21, 2009, the Environmental Health
Bureau of the Monterey County Health Department took the following actions to notify the
public: 1) held three public workshops on December 1 3 and 9, 2009 to provide an opportunity
for the public to learn more about the Initial Study and proposed ordinance and ask questions,
raise concerns, or make suggestions; 2) maintained a website containing documents relevant to
the proposed ordinance; and 3) notified all permitted food providers operating in the
unincorporated County and all commenting entities of the Board's scheduled consideration of the
adoption of the proposed Negative Decl ation and ordinance.
WHEREAS, on March 16, 20 0, the Board of Supervisors introduced the proposed
ordinance, waived the reading, and set April 6 at 10:30 a.m. as the time to consider adoption of
the ordinance; and
WHEREAS, on April 6, 2010, the Board of Supervisors received a presentation from
County staff, heard public testimony, c nsidered the proposed Negative Declaration, adopted a
resolution of intent to adopt the propos d ordinance with minor revisions to shorten the grace
period" from 365 days to 180 days and provide one warning before citing a food provider for a
violation and directed staff to bring th proposed ordinance as revised back to the Board for
adoption on April 13, 2010; and
WHEREAS, the revisions to tl e proposed ordinance do not change the environmental
conclusions of the Initial Study; an d
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WHEREAS, on April 6 and 13, 2010, the Board of Supervisors considered the proposed
Negative Declaration and is adopting these findings and the Negative Declaration prior to taking
action on the proposed ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors hereby:
Adopts the Negative Declaration for the proposed ordinance which would add Chapter 10.42 to
the Monterey County Code SCH # 2009111029)
PASSED AND ADOPTED on this 13th day of April, 2010, upon motion of Supervisor Parker,
seconded by Supervisor Armenta, by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES: Supervisors Armenta, Calcagno, Salinas, Parker, Potter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
I, Gail T. Borkowski, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Monterey, State of California, hereby
certify that the foregoing is a true copy of an original order of said Board of Supervisors duly made and entered in
the minutes thereof of Minute Book 75 for the meeting on April 13, 2010.
Dated: April 14, 2010 Gail T. Borkowski, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
County of Monterey, State of California
By
Deputy
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ORDINANCE 5156�X��"x��ORDINANCE NUMBER 515 6
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNT OF MONTEREY, STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
ADDING CHAPTER 10.42 TO THE ONTEREY COUNTY CODE TO RESTRICT
THE USE OF POLYSTYRENE FOA 1 FOOD PACKAGING BY FOOD PROVIDERS IN
THE UNINCORPORATED AREA 0. F THE COUNTY OF MONTEREY
County Counsel Summary
This Ordinance adds Ch ter 10.42 to the Monterey County Code to
establish regulations to restrict the use ofpolystyrene foam food packaging by
retail food facilities in the unincorporated area of the County of Monterey. These
regulations generally prohibit fo d providers from utilizing disposable packaging
that contains polystyrene foam, with specified exceptions. A
iaived an
sixt e 365)one hundred and eighty 180) day grace period" has been
incorporated to allow food provi ers adequate time to expend current stocks of
non-compliant food packaging. The regulations would be enforced under the
Monterey County Code.
The Board of Supervisors of the County of Monterey ordains as follows:
SECTION 1: Chapter 10.42 is a
ded to the Monterey County Code to read as follows:
01
HAPTER 10.42
RESTRICTIONS ON THE USE OF POLYSTYRENE FOAM FOOD PACKAGING BY
FOOD PROVIDERS
Sections:
10.42.010
10.42.020
10.42.030
10.42.040
10.42.050
10.42.060
Purpose and Findings.
Applicability.
Definitions.
Regulations.
Exemptions.
Enforcement.
10.42.010 PURPOSE AND FINDI GS.
A. The purpose of this Chap er is to regulate and limit the use of Polystyrene Foam
Food Packaging by Food Providers in t unincorporated area of the County of Monterey in
order to reduce litter, protect the natural resources of Monterey County, and protect the public
health, safety, and welfare of the citizen of the County.
B. Pursuant to Article XI of he California Constitution, the County of Monterey
may adopt and enforce ordinances and regulations to protect and promote the public health,
safety and welfare of its citizens.
C. The County is charged w th protecting the public health, safety, welfare and
environment by promoting the reduction of solid waste generation and the diversion of solid
waste from landfills. The Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 Public Resources Code
section 41750 et seq) requires the Count to divert its solid waste from landfills through source
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ORDINANCE 5156�X��"x��reduction, recycling, and composting act vities. The State of California may levy fines if
compliance with this statute is not met. 4any alternatives to Polystyrene Foam Food Packaging
such as paper, corn starch, bagasse, HD E, LDPE, etc.) are biodegradable or recyclable, thus
saving landfill space and aiding the Cou ty to achieve diversion mandates.
D. This Chapter is consisted with the Source Reduction and Recycling Element
SRRE) of the Countywide Integrated aste Management Plan 1995) for Monterey County as
adopted under the Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989. The SRRE identifies regulatory
program options, including product bans based upon excessive packaging, non-recyclability,
litter potential, etc."
E. Polystyrene is a plastic rein that is used to make up a wide range of consumer
goods and packaging. In its foam" or xpanded" state, it is frequently used to produce take out
food containers that are not readily biodegradable.
F. According to a 2004 repo entitled Use and Disposal of Polystyrene In California
A report to the California Legislature y the California Integrated Waste Management Board
CIWMB), Californians used more than estimated 165,000 tons of Polystyrene in 2001 for
packaging and food service purposes alo e.
G. Polystyrene Foam Food Packaging often litters parks and public places, streets
and roads, waterways, storm drains and eaches. It may also break down into smaller, non-
biodegradable pieces that may harm or ill marine and other wildlife when ingested.
H. According to the Plastic Debris, Rivers to Sea Project implemented by the
California State Water Resources Contr 1 Board, the California Coastal Commission and the
Algalita Marine Research Foundation, 6 to 80 percent of all marine debris and 90 percent of
floating debris is plastic material which ncludes Polystyrene Foam. Gregory, M.R., Ryan, P.G.
1997. Pelagic plastics and other seabor e persistent synthetic debris: a review of Southern
Hemisphere perspectives and the United Nations Environment Programme: www.marine-
litter. gpa. unep. org]
1. A California Department of Transportation study conducted during 1998-2000
found that Polystyrene Foam represents s much as 15 percent of the total volume of litter
recovered from storm drains. California. Department of Transportation. 2000. Final Report
Litter Management Pilot Study]
J. It is not economically feasible to recycle Polystyrene Foam in Monterey County.
Eliminating the use of Polystyrene Foam will maximize the operating life of area landfills and
will lessen the economic and environme ital costs of waste management for businesses and
citizens of Monterey County.
K. The collection of Polysty ene Foam litter and the disposal of Polystyrene Foam
waste results in direct costs to the County in the form of personnel time, equipment usage, and
disposal fees.
L. As of January 2010, they are approximately two-thousand two-hundred 2,200)
permitted Food Providers located in Monterey County. Approximately four-hundred ninety 490)
permitted Food Providers are in the unincorporated area of the County. County estimates that
when this ordinance takes effect, appro mately one-hundred sixty 160) Food Providers will be
subject to the requirements of this Chapter.
M. Affordably priced non-Polystyrene Foam products are available to Food Providers
in order to comply with the regulations of this Chapter.
10.42.020 APPLICABILITY
The regulations of this Chapter s all apply in the unincorporated area of the County of
Monterey.
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ORDINANCE 5156�X��"x��10.42.030 DEFINITIONS
Unless otherwise expressly stated, whenever used in this Chapter, the following terms
shall have the meanings set forth below:
A. Chapter" means Chapter 10.42 of the Monterey County Code.
B. County" means the Co fly of Monterey.
C. Director" or Director o Health" means the Director of the Monterey County
Health Department or his/her designee.
D. Disposable Food Service Ware" means single-use disposable products used by a
Food Provider for serving or transportin Prepared Food or beverages including, but not limited
to plates, cups, bowls, trays, and hinged r lidded containers. Disposable food service ware
includes single-use disposable items such as plastic straws, cup lids, or utensils.
E. Effective Date" means the effective date of Ordinance No. enacting this
Chapter 10.42.
F. Food Packaging" means all bags, sacks, wrapping, containers, bowls, plates,
trays, cartons, cups, straws, and lids on or in which any foods or beverages are placed or
packaged or are intended to be placed or packaged. Food Packaging does not include
Polystyrene Foam coolers and ice chests used for item storage or transportation and/or intended
for reuse.
G. Food Provider" means a operation, whether permanent or nonpermanent, that
stores, prepares, packages, serves, vends or otherwise provides food for human consumption at
the retail level.
H. Person" means any individual, sole proprietorship, firm, association,
organization, partnership whether limited or general), corporation, limited liability corporation,
political subdivision, government agency, municipality, industry, public or private corporation,
trust, joint venture, regulatory authority, or any other entity.
1. Polystyrene" means a thermoplastic petrochemical material utilizing styrene
monomers. Polystyrene includes clear o solid Polystyrene oriented polystyrene").
J. Polystyrene Foam" means and includes expanded Polystyrene processed by any
number of techniques including, but not limited to, fusion of polymer spheres expanded bead
polystyrene"), injection molding, form molding, and extrusion-blow molding extruded foam
polystyrene").
K. Prepared Food" means any food or beverage prepared at the Food Provider's
premises, using any cooking or food preparation technique. Prepared food does not include any
raw uncooked meat, poultry, fish, or eggs unless provided for consumption without further food
preparation.
10.42.040 REGULATIONS
A. Food Providers shall not dispense Prepared Food in any Disposable Food Service
Ware that contains Polystyrene Foam or otherwise sell, hand out, give away, distribute or
otherwise make available for public or customer use any Disposable Food Service Ware that
contains Polystyrene Foam, unless exe ted by this Chapter.
B. To allow Food Providers an opportunity to use remaining stocks of Food
Packaging, Food Providers shall have th2ee hundfed and sixty five 365 one hundred and eighty
180) days from the Effective Date to comply with the regulations of this Chapter. During the
365180-day period, it shall be the policy of the County to encourage voluntary adherence to the
requirements of this Chapter. After hundr-ed and sixty five
11 one hundred and eighty
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ORDINANCE 5156�X��"x��180) days from the Effective Date, Food Providers shall be subject to and shall comply with the
regulations of this Chapter.
10.42.050 EXEMPTIONS
A. Prepared Food made or packaged outside the unincorporated area of the County
but sold in the unincorporated area of the County shall be exempt from the provisions of this
Chapter. Nonetheless, the County shall romote and encourage, on a voluntary basis, the
elimination of all Polystyrene Foam pac aging.
B. Polystyrene Foam cooler and ice chests used by Food Providers for item storage
and/or transportation and intended for re se shall be exempt from the provisions of this Chapter.
C. During an emergency req firing immediate action to prevent or mitigate the loss or
impairment of life, health, property, ore sential public services, Persons providing emergency
relief are exempt from the provisions of his Chapter until such time as the emergency has ceased
or the Director of Health rescinds the ex mption.
10.42.060 ENFORCEMENT
A. The Director of Health shall be primarily responsible for implementation and
enforcement of this Chapter. The Director is authorized to establish guidelines and procedures to
implement this Chapter and to take such action as may be necessary, including inspection of
Food Providers, to monitor compliance ith this Chapter.
B. In the event of a violation of this Chapter or any requirement imposed pursuant to
this Chapter, the County may in its discretion, in addition to all other remedies, take such
enforcement action as is authorized under the Monterey County Code and any other action
authorized by law. A Food Provider shall be allowed one 1) warning prior to the first citation for
a violation of this Chapter.
C. If the County elects to uti ize the administrative procedures set forth in Chapter
1.22 of the Monterey County Code to eorce this Chapter, the Director of Health shall serve as
the Enforcement Official within the meaning of Chapter 1.22.
SECTION 2: SEVERABILITY If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of
this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such a decision
shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The Board of
Supervisors declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection,
sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that one or more sections, subsections,
sentences, clauses, or phrases, be declar d invalid.
SECTION 3: EFFECTIVE DA E. This Ordinance shall become effective on the thirty-
first day after its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 13 day of Apr 2010, by the following vote:
AYES: Supervisors Armenta, Calcagno, Salinas, Parker, Potter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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ORDINANCE 5156�X��"x��ATTEST:
Gail T. Borkowski
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
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Monterey County Board of Supervisors
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
LEROY W. BLANKENSHIP
Assistant County Counsel
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SIGNED BOARD REPORTX��"x��MONTEREY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING: April 13, 2010 Conse nt AGENDA NO.:
SUBJECT: a. Adopt a resolution adopting the Negative Declaration prepared on the
proposed ordinanc regarding polystyrene foam food packaging;
b. Adopt an ordinanc as modified per the Board of Supervisors' direction on
April 6, 2010, addi g Chapter 10.42 to the Monterey County Code to
establish regulatio s restricting the use of polystyrene foam food packaging
by retail food prov ders in the unincorporated area of the County of
Monterey; and
c. Direct the Auditor Controller to establish an account pursuant to Chapter
1.22.180 of the Mo nterey County Code for the purpose of remitting penalties
collected under thi ordinance to the Health Department, Environmental
Health Bureau.
Ordinance PLN 90146)
DEPARTMENT: Health Environment 1 Health Bureau
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervis rs:
a. Adopt a resolution adopting the Negative eclaration prepared on the proposed ordinance Exhibit A);
b. Adopt an ordinance, as modified per the Board of Supervisors' direction on April 6, 2010, adding
Chapter 10.42 to the Monterey County C e to establish regulations restricting the use of polystyrene
foam food packaging by retail food provi ers in the unincorporated area of the County of Monterey
Exhibit B); and
c. Direct the Auditor-Controller to establish n account pursuant to Chapter 1.22.180 of the Monterey
County Code for the purpose of remitting enalties collected under this ordinance to the Health
Department, Environmental Health Burea
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Director of Health recommends that the oard of Supervisors adopt a Polystyrene Ordinance" for
inclusion in the Monterey County Code Exhibit B). The purpose of the ordinance is to restrict the use of
polystyrene foam food packaging by retail fo d providers in the unincorporated area of Monterey County.
At the March 16, 2010, meeting of the Board of Supervisors, the Board introduced the ordinance, waived
reading, and set April 6 at 10:30 a.m. as the f e to consider adoption of the ordinance.
On April 6, 2010, the Board of Supervisors r ceived a presentation from County staff, heard public
testimony, considered the proposed Negative Declaration, adopted a resolution of intent to adopt the
proposed ordinance with minor revisions, an directed staff to bring the modified proposed ordinance
back to the Board for adoption on April 13, 11 10. The Board-directed revisions are: 1) to shorten the
grace period" from 365 days to 180 days an 2) to allow one warning before citing a food provider for a
violation. The revisions to the proposed ordi ance have been made. The resolution to adopt the Negative
Declaration has also been updated to reflect e Board's action. Exhibit A). The revisions to the
ordinance do not change the environmental c clusions of the Initial Study Exhibit Q.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The following agencies have contributed to the development of the proposed ordinance: Monterey
County Planning Department; Monterey Reg onal Waste Management District; Salinas Valley Solid
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SIGNED BOARD REPORTX��"x��Waste Authority; the City of Monterey Solid Waste and Recycling Division; and the Litter Abatement
Task Force. The Office of County Counsel h s approved the modified ordinance as to form.
FINANCING:
There is no Net County Contribution of discr tionary funds resulting from this Board action. Additional
staff resources required for ordinance enforce ent are not expected to be significant.
bert C. Eg
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Date
Exhibit A Modified Negative Declaration R solution
Exhibit B Modified Proposed Ordinance strikeout version)
Exhibit C Initial Study/proposed Negative Declaration
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EXHIBIT C - INITIAL STUDY"x��Exhibit C
MQNTEREY CO TY
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL H ALTH DIVISI N
1270 NATIVIDAD RO D, SALINAS, A 93906
PHONE: 831) 755-45)9 FAX: 83 755-4555
INITIAL STUDY
I. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Project Title: Proposed Ordinance Adding Chapter 10.42 to the Monterey
County Code to Regulate and Limit the Use of Polystyrene
Foam Food Packaging by Food Providers in the
uninc rporated area of the County of Monterey
File No.: PLN~90146
Project Location: Coun ywide- Coastal Zone and Non-Coastal Inland) Areas
Name of Property Owner: N/A
Name of Applicant:
County of Monterey
General Plan Designation: All designations
Zoning District: All
districts
Lead Agency: County of Monterey
Prepared By: Eric angahis, Senior Environmental Health Specialist
Date Prepared: October 2009
Contact Person: Eric angahis, Senior Environmental Health Specialist
Contact Information: 831)
Polystyrene Foam Food Packaging I
nitial Stu y
October 2009
755-4579 or MangahisEJ@co.monterey.ca.us
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II. DESCRIPTION OF PRO
A. Project Description:
Polystyrene is a plastic resin that is usec
packaging. In its foam" or expanded'
for food. Because it is not biodegradab]
accumulated litter. Polystyrene foam pa
roads, waterways, storm drains and beac
biodegradable pieces that may harm or 1
ECT AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING
to make up a wide range of consumer goods and
state it is frequently used to produce takeout containers
e, polystyrene packaging constitutes a large portion of
kaging often litters parks and public places, streets and
hes. It may also break down into smaller, non-
ill marine and other wildlife when ingested.
The project is a proposed ordinance to regulate and limit the use of polystyrene foam food
packaging by retail food providers in th
unincorporated area of Monterey County. These
regulations allow for reasonable measures to protect the environment, reduce solid waste, and
decrease litter throughout the unincorporated county. Currently, there are approximately two-
thousand two-hundred 2,200) permitted food providers located in Monterey County.
Approximately one-hundred and seventy 170) permitted food providers are in the
unincorporated areas of Monterey County. Approximately one hundred and sixty 160) food
providers may be subject to the requirements of this proposed ordinance.
A three hundred and sixty-five 365) day grace period" has been incorporated to allow food
providers adequate time to expend current stocks of non-compliant food packaging.
B. Environmental Setting and Surrounding Land Uses:
The County of Monterey is located on t e Central Coast of California and is approximately 100
miles south of San Francisco and 240 miles north of Los Angeles. It is bordered by Santa Cruz
County to the north, San Benito, Fresno and Kings Counties to the east and San Luis Obispo
County to the south. The proposed ordi ance is applicable to all zoning districts and applies to
all unincorporated areas of Monterey C unty. Monterey County contains a mix of different land
uses. Agricultural land uses predominantly define inland areas of the County from King City to
the south and northwards past Salinas. Residential land uses are located throughout the County,
especially in the heavily residential citi s of Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Marina, Salinas,
and Seaside.
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III. PROJECT CONSISTEN(
AND STATE PLANS AN
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MANDA TED LA WS
Use the list below to indicate plans applicable to the project and verify their consistency or non-
consistency with project implementation.
General Plan/Area Plan
Specific Plan
Water Quality Control Plan
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Air Quality Mgmt. Plan
Airport Land Use Plans
Local Coastal Program-LUP
General Plan
This proposed project has been reviewe and is consistent with the Monterey County General
Plan specifically, but not limited to, the goals, objectives, and policies outlined in Chapter 1:
Natural Resources as discussed in individual factors of Sections IV and VI. Source: 1, 2)
Air Quality Management Plan
This proposed project has been reviewe and is consistent with the Air Quality Management
Plan for the Monterey Bay Region as di cussed in Section VI.3- Air Quality. Source: 1, 3, 4)
Water Quality Control Plan
This proposed project has been reviewed and is consistent with the Water Quality Control Plan
for the Central Coast Basin as discussed in Section IV.A- Hydrology and Water Quality.
Source: 1, 5, 6)
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IV. ENVIRONMENTAL FA
DETERMINATION
A. FACTORS
TORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED AND
The environmental factors checked b low would be potentially affected by this project, as
discussed within the checklist on the fo lowing pages.
Aesthetics Agriculture Resources 0 Air Quality
Biological Resources Cultural Resources Geology/Soils
0 Hazards/Hazardous Materials Hydrology/Water Quality Land Use/Planning
Mineral Resources Noise Population/Housing
Public Services Recreation Transportation/Traffic
0 Utilities/Service Systems
Some proposed applications that are
potential for adverse environmental i
Checklist; and/or potential impacts ma
projects are generally minor in scope,
identifiable and without public controv
potential for significant environmental
can be made using the project desc
supporting evidence.
Check here if this finding is not app
lot exempt from CEQA review may have little or no
pact related to most of the topics in the Environmental
involve only a few limited subject areas. These types of
located in a non-sensitive environment, and are easily
rsy. For the environmental issue areas where there is no
impact and not checked above), the following finding
iption, environmental setting, or other information as
icable
FINDING: For the above referenced topics that are not checked off, there is no potential for
significant environments impact to occur from either construction, operation or
maintenance of the proposed project and no further discussion in the
Environmental Checklist is necessary.
EVIDENCE:
Polystyrene foam food packaging const tutes a large portion of accumulated litter. It litters parks
and public places, streets and roads, waterways, storm drains and beaches. It may also break
down into smaller, non-biodegradable pieces that may harm or kill marine and other wildlife
when ingested.
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This proposed project is aimed at re ucing solid waste and decreasing litter throughout the
County by regulating and limiting t e use of polystyrene foam food packaging by food
providers. The project does not propos any directly associated land use activities or actions.
Aesthetics
This proposed project will not impact
existing visual character of the project
proposed project will have no impact
have a beneficial impact since many r
will biodegrade over time thereby reduc
Agricultural Resources
This proposed project will not cause tl
lands adversely, or cause harm to nea
foam over polystyrene foam food pact
the county; therefore, the proposed
Source: 1, 2)
Biological Resources
The County's native vegetation is
opportunities, and its roles in watershe(
and maintaining stream banks). Eight
coastal strand; wetlands, including fre,,
coastal scrub, including coastal sage scr
chaparral; broadleaf evergreen, encc
coniferous forest, including redwood f
Four plant communities coastal stran
are considered severely limited or threat
The Monterey Bay National Marine
environment, foamed polystyrene is of
highly visible. In addition, it breaks
wildlife. Polystyrene foam pieces, whic
by wildlife and results in choking, redu(
The MBNMS have identified over 100
status species" occurring in Sanctuary N
Superintendent, Monterey Bay National
This proposed project will help prote
smaller" cycle typically associated with
foam, many non-polystyrene foam fc
lessening the impacts to plants and anirr
scenic vistas, damage scenic resources, or degrade the
sites. No new light sources are proposed. Therefore, the
n aesthetics. In many cases, this proposed project will
on-polystyrene foam food packagings are recyclable or
ing the effects of litter on aesthetics. Source: 1, 2)
e loss of prime agricultural soils, effect Williamson Act
by agricultural operations. The use of non-polystyrene
aging does not directly involve agricultural resources in
roject will have no impact on agricultural resources.
highly valued for its scenic qualities, recreational
management stabilizing soil, preventing excess runoff,
najor plant communities are found in Monterey County:
h and saltwater marshes; riparian woodland; grassland;
ub and north coastal scrub; chaparral, including maritime
mpassing evergreen oak forest and woodland; and
rest, closed cone pine forest, and mixed conifer forest.
l, wetlands, riparian woodland, and maritime chaparral)
ened by man's land use activities.
Sanctuary MBNMS) indicated that, In the marine
particular concern because it is light, it floats, and it is
nto small pieces, increasing the chance of ingestion by
h look like food the many species, if frequently ingested
ed appetite, reduced nutrient absorption, and starvation."
pecces of plants and animals that are considered special
eaters. Letter to the City of Monterey from Paul Michel,
Marine Sanctuary. August 12, 2008]
t biological resources by alleviating the smaller and
polystyrene foam litter. Furthermore, unlike polystyrene
od packaging will degrade more quickly over time,
als.
Implementation of the proposed project would not impact any candidate, sensitive or special
status species and would not interfere with the movement of any native resident or migratory fish
or wildlife species. The proposed project would not affect any protected wetlands, riparian
habitat or other sensitive natural community. The County Code includes regulations that identify
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areas that need to be protected from development and trigger permits if potential harm to
protected resources could occur. State and Federal regulations also protect biological resources
where local permit requirements are not triggered. This proposed project will not conflict with
any local policies or ordinances prote ting biological resources or with the provisions of an
adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved
local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan. Therefore, the proposed project will have no
impact on biological resources. Sours 1, 2, 7, 8)
Cultural Resources
The County contains a wide variety of historical and archeological resources. These resources
are both locally and nationally significant. By reducing the amount of polystyrene foam food
packaging generated, the County's historical and archeological resource will be cleaner and
more easily maintained. The proposed project will not affect known historic resources,
archaeological resources, paleontological resources, unique geologic features or human remains.
Therefore, the proposed project will have no impact on cultural resources. Source: 1, 2)
Geology and Soils
This proposed project will not expos people or structures to the effects of earthquake fault
rupture, seismic shaking, ground failure, landslides, soil erosion, unstable soil, or expansive soil.
The proposed project will not include he use of septic tanks. The use of non-polystyrene foam
over polystyrene foam food packagi g does not involve any land use activities or actions;
therefore, the proposed project will hay no impact on geology and/or soils. Source: 1, 2)
Hydrology and Water Quality
This proposed project will regulate he use of polystyrene foam food packaging, thereby
reducing the amount of small" permanent litter in county waterways, storm drains, and beaches
and potentially improving county wate quality. This project will provide reasonable protection
of beneficial uses and the prevention o nuisance" in accordance with the State Water Resource
Control Board's Ocean Plan, Section II.C.1, Floating particulates... shall not be visible" in
ocean waters. Furthermore, the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board's Basin
Plan, Section II.A.2.a states as a general objective for all inland surface waters, enclosed bays,
and estuaries, waters shall not contai floating material, including solids, liquids, foams, and
scum, in concentrations that cause nuis nce or adversely affect beneficial uses."
This proposed project would not violate any water quality standards, deplete groundwater
supplies, alter existing drainage, create runoff water, or degrade water quality. Implementation
of the proposed project will not place any structure or people within the 100-year floodplain.
Therefore, the proposed project will have no adverse impact on hydrology and/or water quality.
By reducing the amount of polystyrene foam litter in local water ways, water quality may be
improved. Source: 1, 2, 5, 6)
Land Use and Planning
The County's General Plan recogniz s the unique environmental setting found in Monterey
County. The General Plan includes the following goals:
Goal 1. To retain the character and natural beauty of Monterey County by the
preservation, conversation, and maintenance of open space...
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Goal 5. To conserve and enhan e the water supply in the County and adequately plan for
the development and protection of these resources and their related resources for future
generations.
Goal 8. To encourage the conservation of forests and wooded areas as essential
economic, natural, and aesthetic resources.
Goal 10. To protect and conseoe the quality of the ocean and marine environments...
Goal 11. To conserve natural habitats for native plant and animal species and to promote
preservation of rare and endang red plant and animal species.
This proposed project will regulate he use of polystyrene foam food packaging, thereby
improving the environment and helping the County further achieve its above goals.
This proposed project will not divide an established community. This proposed project is
consistent with the County's land use policies and will not conflict with any other applicable
land use plan, policy, or regulation. This proposed project will not conflict with any applicable
habitat conservation or natural community conservation plans. In some instances, this proposed
project may improve habitat/natural co munity conservation efforts by reducing the amount of
litter generated by polystyrene foam fc)od packaging. The use of non-polystyrene foam over
polystyrene foam food packaging does not involve land use considerations or affect the
planning/zoning process; therefore, the proposed project will have no impact on land use and/or
planning. Source: 1, 2)
Mineral Resources
This proposed project would not result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource
that would be of value to regional/state residents or the loss of a locally important mineral
resource recovery site. The use of non-polystyrene foam over polystyrene foam food packaging
does not involve any land use activities or actions related to the exploration or extraction of
mineral resources; therefore, no minera resources will be affected by the proposed project.
Source: 1, 2)
Noise
This proposed project will not result in
established standards, generation of ex
addition, the proposed project will not
noise levels within the project vicinity.
levels in or around airports or airstrips.
food packaging does not involve any a
levels; therefore, the proposed project
Population and Housing
This proposed project will not substant'
people. The use of non-polystyrene fo
exposure of persons to noise levels in excess of
essive ground-borne vibration or noise levels. In
esult in permanent or temporary increases in ambient
The proposed project would not create excessive noise
The use of non-polystyrene foam over polystyrene foam
tivities or actions that would generate excessive noise
rill have no impact on noise. Source: 1, 2)
ally induce growth and will not displace housing or
m over polystyrene foam food packaging does not
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involve any land use activities or action; therefore, the project will have no impact on
population and/or housing. Source: 1,
Public Services
This proposed project will not create a new need for fire or police protection, schools, parks, or
other public facilities. The use of non- olystyrene foam over polystyrene foam food packaging
does not involve any land use activities or actions or cause changes in population densities;
therefore, the project will have no impact on public services. Source: 1, 2)
Recreation
This proposed project will not increase he use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or
other recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur
or be accelerated. The proposed project does not include recreational facilities, nor require the
construction or expansion of recreation 1 facilities that might have an adverse physical effect on
the environment. The use of non-polys rene foam over polystyrene foam food packaging does
not involve any land use activities or ac ions; therefore, the project will have no impact on
recreation. Source: 1, 2)
Transportation/Traffic
This proposed project will not induce traffic. Traffic and circulation will not be impacted with
implementation of this project. The use of non-polystyrene foam over polystyrene foam food
packaging does not involve any land use activities or actions that would induce or change
existing traffic levels or patterns; theref re, the project will have no impact on transportation
and/or traffic. Source: 1, 2)
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B. DETERMINATION
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
0 I find that the proposed pro,
ject COULD NOT have a significant effect on the
environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that although the prof
environment there will not be
project have been made by or
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
osed project could have a significant effect on the
significant effect in this case because revisions in the
agreed to by the project proponent. A MITIGATED
ill be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT EPORT is required.
I find that the proposed pro ect MAY have a potentially significant impact" or
potentially significant unless itigated" impact on the environment, but at least one
effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal
standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis
as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is
required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
1 find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, because all potentially significant effects a) have been analyzed adequately
in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and
b) have been avoided or m.tigated pursuant to that earlier EIR or NEGATIVE
DECLARATION, including re isions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the
proposed project, nothing further is required.
01/ 009
Date
Enrico Mangahis, REHS
Printed Name
Polystyrene Foam Food Packaging Initial Study
October 2009
Senior Environmental Health Specialist
Title
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V. EVALUATION OF ENV
1) A brief explanation is require(
adequately supported by the in
following each question. A
referenced information sources
like the one involved e.g., the answer should be explained v
general standards e.g., the proji
on project-specific screening an
ONMENTAL IMPACTS
for all answers except No Impact" answers that are
brmation sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses
No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the
show that the impact simply will not apply to projects
roject falls outside a fault rupture zone). A No Impact"
here it is based on project-specific factors as well as
ct will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based
lysis).
2) All answers must take into acco
nt the whole action involved, including offsite as well as
onsite, cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as
well as operational impacts.
3) Once the lead agency has dete fined that a particular physical impact may occur, then
the checklist answers must indic to whether the impact is potentially significant, less than
significant with mitigation, or 1 ss than significant. Potentially Significant Impact" is
appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant. If there are
one or more Potentially Signif ant Impact" entries when the determination is made, an
EIR is required.
4) Negative Declaration: Less T an Significant With Mitigation Incorporated" applies
where the incorporation of mitigation measures has reduced an effect from Potentially
Significant Impact" to a Less Than Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe
the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than
significant level mitigation measures from Section XVII, Earlier Analyses," may be
cross-referenced).
5) Earlier analyses may be used wh
process, an effect has been adeq
Section 15063(c)(3)(D). In this c
a) Earlier Analysis Used. b
b) Impacts Adequately Adc
were within the scope of
to applicable legal stan
mitigation measures bas
c) Mitigation Measures. F
Measures Incorporated,
incorporated or refined i
address site-specific con(
6) Lead agencies are encouraged tc
sources for potential impacts
previously prepared or outside
to the page or pages where the st
ere, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA
lately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration.
ase, a brief discussion should identify the following:
entify and state where they are available for review.
ressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist
and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant
rds, and state whether such effects were addressed by
on the earlier analysis.
r effects that are Less than Significant with Mitigation
describe the mitigation measures which were
rom the earlier document and the extent to which they
itions for the project.
incorporate into the checklist references to information
g., general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a
ocument should, where appropriate, include a reference
atement is substantiated.
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7) Supporting Information Source
used or individuals contacted sh
A source list should be attached, and other sources
uld be cited in the discussion.
8) The explanation of each issue sh uld identify:
a) The significance criteria r threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and
b) The mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce the impact to less than
significance.
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VL ENVIRONMENTAL CH.
CKLIST
AESTHETICS Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Would the project: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a sce
Source:1, 2)
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, in~
not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, a
buildings within a state scenic highway?
is vista?
luding, but
d historic
Source: 1, 2)
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or
quality of the site and its surroundings? ource:1, 2)
d) Create a new source of substantial light o glare which
would adversely affect day or nighttime v ews in the
area? Source:1, 2)
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
See Section IV.
2. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES
In determining whether impacts to agricultural r
refer to the California Agricultural Land Evalua
Dept. of Conservation as an optional model to u
sources are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may
ion and Site Assessment Model 1997) prepared by the California
e in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland.
Would the project:
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmla d, or
Farmland of Statewide Importance Farmland), as
shown on the maps prepared pursuant tot the Farmland
Mapping and Monitoring Program of the California
Resources Agency, to non-agricultural us Source: 1,
2)
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a
Williamson Act contract? Source:1, 2)
c) Involve other changes in the existing environment
which, due to their location or nature, cou d result in
conversion of Farmland, to non-agricultur 1 use?
Source:1, 2)
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
0
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
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�Exhibit C
See Section IV.
3. AIR QUALITY
Where available, the significance criteria esta lished by the applicable air quality management or air pollution
control district may be relied upon to make the llowing determinations.
Would the project:
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation o the
applicable air quality plan? Source: 1, 2, 3 4)
b) Violate any air quality standard or contribu e
substantially to an existing or projected air uality
violation? Source: 1, 2, 3, 4)
c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net i crease of
any criteria pollutant for which the project region is
non-attainment under an applicable federal or state
ambient air quality standard including releasing
emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for
ozone precursors)? Source: 1, 2, 3, 4)
d) Result in significant construction-related ai quality
impacts? Source: 1, 2, 3, 4)
e) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant
concentrations? Source: 1, 2, 3, 4)
f)
Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial
number of people? Source: 1, 2, 3, 4)
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a-b) This proposed project will not c~nflict or obstruct any air quality plan or violate any air
quality standard or contribute to an existing or projected air quality violation.
c) This proposed project will not result in a cumulative net increase for any criteria
pollutant for which the project region is non-attainment.
One byproduct of organic deco position is methane gas, a greenhouse gas.
Decomposition of organic non-p lystyrene foam food packaging occurs in when these
items are disposed of in anaerob c environments such as landfills. According to the
Monterey Bay Unified Air Pollu ion Control District's Air Quality Management Plan, the
primary sources of VOC which includes methane gas) within the planning area are on-
and off-road motor vehicles, cle ning and surface coatings, solvent evaporation, landfills,
petroleum production and marke ing, and prescribed burning."
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The County concludes that the u e of organic non-polystyrene foam food packaging will
have a less than significant impact on greenhouse gas emissions. The solid waste
disposal sites where the County' waste is discarded Monterey Peninsula Landfill and
Johnson Canyon Landfill) are required by state regulations to monitor and control landfill
gas emissions including meths through the use of active and passive landfill gas
collection systems. Moreover, the Monterey Peninsula Landfill, operated by the
Monterey Regional Waste Mana ement District, has a cogeneration plant which converts
the recovered landfill gas into el ctricity, thereby offsetting the local demand for other
nonrenewable energy sources. I the end, the landfill gases produced due to the use of
non-polystyrene foam food pack ging are controlled and managed in ways that make
emission impacts less than signi scant.
It is important to note that the C unty's primary goal in implementing this proposed
project is to reduce the amount f litter and the impact to the natural environment due to
polystyrene foam food packagin Y.
d-e) This proposed project will not have any construction-related air quality impacts or expose
sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations since the use of non-
polystyrene foam food packaging will have no direct or indirect impacts on these items.
f)
As stated in Section 3.c. above, rganic decomposition of non-polystyrene foam food
packaging may create objectionable odors in the form of methane gas. As discussed
previously, disposal sites have a tive and passive collection systems to capture methane
gas. Additionally, solid waste f cilities landfills and composters) are required by state
regulations to maintain Odor Impact Minimization Plans OIMP). Between these two
considerations, this project will of create objectionable odors affecting a substantial
number of people.
4. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either dir tly or
through habitat modifications, on any species identified
as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in
local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by
the California Department of Fish and Gam or U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service? Source: 1, 2)
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any rip rian
habitat or other sensitive natural community identified
in local or regional plans, policies, or regula ions or by
the California Department of Fish and Gam or US
Fish and Wildlife Service? Source: 1, 2)
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
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Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
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4. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Less Than
Would the project:
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Inc orated Impact Impact
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federall protected Q
wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the C can Water
Act including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool,
coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling,
hydrological interruption, or other means? Source: 1,
2,3,7)
d) Interfere substantially with the movement o any native
resident or migratory fish or wildlife specie or with
established native resident or migratory wil life
corridors, or impede the use of native wildli a nursery
sites? Source: 1, 2)
e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinance
protecting biological resources, such as a tre
preservation policy or ordinance? Source: 1 s
e
2)
f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted
Conservation Plan, Natural Community Co
Plan, or other approved local, regional, or st
conservation plan? Source: 1, 2) abitat
servation
to habitat
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
See Section IV.
5. CULTURAL RESOURCES
Would the project:
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of
a historical resource as defined in 15064.5? Source: 1,
2)
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
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b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of
an archaeological resource pursuant to 1506 5?
Source: 1, 2)
c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleo tological
resource or site or unique geologic feature? Source: 1,
2)
d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred
outside of formal cemeteries? Source: 1, 2)
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6. GEOLOGY AND SOILS Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Would the project: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial
adverse effects, including the risk of loss, inury, or
death involving:
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, a delineated
on the most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault
Zoning Map issued by the State Geolog st for the
area or based on other substantial evidence of a
known fault? Refer to Division of Mine and
Geology Special Publication 42. Sourc 1, 2)
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? Source: 1, 2)
iii) Seismic-related ground failure, includin
liquefaction? Source: 1, 2)
iv) Landslides? Source: 1, 2)
b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss f topsoil?
Source: 1, 2)
c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is nstable, or
that would become unstable as a result of the project,
and potentially result in on- or off-site lands ide, lateral
spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
Source: 1, 2)
d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in able 18-1-B
of the Uniform Building Code 1994), creating
substantial risks to life or property? Source 1, 2)
e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporti g the use of
septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems
where sewers are not available for the dispo al of
wastewater? Source: 1, 2)
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
See Section IV.
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7. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MA TERIALS Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Would the project: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or t]
environment through the routine transport, u
disposal of hazardous materials? Source: 1,
ie Q
se, or
2,11)
b) Create a significant hazard to the public or t e
environment through reasonably foreseeabl upset and
accident conditions involving the release of hazardous
materials into the environment? Source: 1, 11)
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazard us or
acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste within
one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed chool?
Source: 1, 2, 11)
d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of
hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to
Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as result,
would it create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment? Source: 1, 2, 11)
e) For a project located within an airport land se plan or,
where such a plan has not been adopted, wit in two
miles of a public airport or public use airpo would the
project result in a safety hazard for people r siding or
working in the project area? Source: 1, 2)
f)
g)
For a project within the vicinity of a private irstrip,
would the project result in a safety hazard f people
residing or working in the project area? So rce: 1, 2)
Impair implementation of or physically inter ere with an
adopted emergency response plan or emerge icy
evacuation plan? Source: 1, 2)
h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss,
injury or death involving wildland fires, incl ding
where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or
where residences are intermixed with wildla ds?
Source: 1, 2)
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a-d) This proposed project will no create, emit, or otherwise expose the public or the
environment to hazardous or acutely hazardous materials since non-polystyrene foam
food packaging do not contain significant quantities of hazardous or acutely hazardous
materials. Most non-polystyrene foam food packaging are made from materials
Generally Recognized As Safe GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in
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e-f) This proposed project will not adversely impact or pose a safety hazard to air travel since
the use of non-polystyrene foa food packaging has no direct or indirect impact to air
travel.
g)
h) This proposed project will not e
8. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUA ITY Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Would the project: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
a) Violate any water quality standards or was discharge
requirements? Source: 1, 2, 5, 6)
b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies
substantially with groundwater recharge su
would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or
of the local groundwater table level e.g., tl
production rate of pre-existing nearby well;
drop to a level which would not support ex
uses or planned uses for which permits hav
granted)? Source: 1, 2, 5, 6)
c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pat ern of the
site or area, including through the alteration of the
course of a stream or river, in a manner wh ch would
result in substantial erosion or siltation on- or off-site?
Source: 1, 2, 5, 6)
d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pat
site or area, including through the alteration
course of a stream or river, or substantially
rate or amount of surface runoff in a manna
would result in flooding on- or off-site? S(
5, 6)
accordance with the 21 CFR 1 6.1673 or indirect food additives as indicated in 21 CFR
176.260 and 21 CFR 177.1010-177.2910.
The proposed ordinance proof ides exemptions for food-related disaster relief by
authorized persons/organization. As such, this project will create a less-than-significant
impact to emergency response p ans.
pose people or structures to wildland fires.
or interfere
h that there
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urce: 1, 2,
e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed
the capacity of existing or planned stormw er drainage
systems or provide substantial additional sources of
polluted runoff? Source: 1, 2, 5, 6)
f)
Otherwise substantially degrade water qual
Source: 1, 2, 5, 6)
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Would the project:
g) Place housing within a 100-year flood h rd area as
h) Place within a 100-year flood hazard area structures
which would impede or redirect flood flow 3? Source:
1,2)
i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss,
injury or death involving flooding, including flooding
as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? Source: 1,
mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Bounda or Flood
Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard elineation
map? Source: 1, 2)
Exhibit C
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
Q
0
0
7
2)
j)
Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow
1,2)
Source:
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
See Section IV.
9. LAND USE AND PLANNING
Would the project:
a) Physically divide an established community Source: 1,
2)
b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or
regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the
project including, but not limited to the general plan,
specific plan, local coastal program, or zoni g
ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or
mitigating an environmental effect? Source 1, 2)
c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan
or natural community conservation plan? S urce: 1, 2)
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
See Section IV.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
o
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
0
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10. MINERAL RESOURCES Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Would the project: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known
resource that would be of value to the regio
residents of the state? Source: 1, 2)
b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally
mineral resource recovery site delineated on
general plan, specific plan or other land use
Source: 1, 2)
ineral
and the 0
mportant
a local
Ian? 0
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
See Section IV.
11. NOISE Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Would the project result in: Impact Incorporated Impact
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of not
excess of standards established in the local
or noise ordinance, or applicable standards
agencies? Source: 1, 2)
No
Impact
e levels in Q
eneral plan
f other
b) Exposure of persons to or generation of exc ssive
groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels?
Source: 1, 2)
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise
levels in the project vicinity above levels ex ting
without the project? Source: 1, 2)
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient
noise levels in the project vicinity above lev is existing
without the project? Source: 1, 2)
e) For a project located within an airport land se plan or,
where such a plan has not been adopted, wit in two
miles of a public airport or public use airpo would
the project expose people residing or workin in the
project area to excessive noise levels? Sour e: 1, 2)
fl
For a project within the vicinity of a private irstrip,
would the project expose people residing or working in
the project area to excessive noise levels? S urce: 1,
2)
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See Section IV.
12. POPULATION AND HOUSING
Would the project:
a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either
directly for example, by proposing new homes and
businesses) or indirectly for example, through
extension of roads or other infrastructure)? Source: 1,
2)
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing ho sing,
necessitating the construction of replaceme housing
elsewhere? Source: 1, 2)
c) Displace substantial numbers of people, nec ssitating
the construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
Source: 1, 2)
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
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Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
See Section IV.
13. PUBLIC SERVICES
Would the project result in:
Substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the
provision of new or physically altered governmental
facilities, need for new or physically altered gov rnmental
facilities, the construction of which could cause significant
environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
service ratios, response times or other performs
objectives for any of the public services: cc
a) Fire protection? Source: 1, 2) Q
b) Police protection? Source: 1, 2) El
c) Schools? Source: 1, 2) 0
d) Parks? Source: 1, 2) Q
e) Other public facilities? Source: 1, 2) 0
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See Section IV.
14. RECREATION Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Would the project: Impact Incorporated Impact
No
Impact
a) Increase the use of existing neighborhood arid regional Q
parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial
physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be
accelerated? Source: 1, 2)
b) Does the project include recreational faciliti s or require
the construction or expansion of recreationa facilities
which might have an adverse physical effec on the
environment? Source: 1, 2)
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
See Section IV.
15. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC
Would the project:
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substan ial in
relation to the existing traffic load and capac
street system i.e., result in a substantial incr
either the number of vehicle trips, the volum ity of the
ase in
e to
capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at inte
Source: 1, 2) sections)?
b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, level of
service standard established by the county congestion
management agency for designated roads or highways?
Source: 1, 2)
c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, incl ding either
an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that
results in substantial safety risks? Source: 1 2)
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature
e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersection) or
incompatible uses e.g., farm equipment)? ource: 1, 2)
e) Result in inadequate emergency access? Source: 1, 2)
0
Result in inadequate parking capacity? Sou>fce: 1, 2)
0
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Would the project:
g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or pro rams
supporting alternative transportation e.g., b is turnouts,
bicycle racks)? Source: 1, 2)
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
See Section IV.
16. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTE S
Would the project:
a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements f the
applicable Regional Water Quality Control oard?
Source: 1, 2, 5)
b) Require or result in the construction of new water or
wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing
facilities, the construction of which could cause
significant environmental effects? Source: 2)
c) Require or result in the construction of new Corm water
drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the
construction of which could cause significant
environmental effects? Source: 1, 2)
d) Have sufficient water supplies available to s rve the
project from existing entitlements and resou ces, or are
new or expanded entitlements needed? Sou ce: 1, 2)
e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment
provider which serves or may serve the project that it
has adequate capacity to serve the project's projected
demand in addition to the provider's existing
commitments? Source: 1, 2)
f)
g)
Be served by a landfill with sufficient permi ed
capacity to accommodate the project's solid aste
disposal needs? Source: 1, 2, 9, 10)
Comply with federal, state, and local statute and
regulations related to solid waste? Source: 1, 2, 9, 10)
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
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Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
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o
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
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a-e) This proposed project will not dversely impact sewer, wastewater, water, or drainage
facilities. In some instances, wastewater treatment and storm water drainage facilities
may see improvements in c rrent operations by reducing the amount of non-
biodegradable polystyrene foam food packaging that are introduced into the systems.
f-g) The total amount of food packaging will not be affected by this ordinance since the
number of food facilities restau ants, markets, cafes, etc.) is not changing. By replacing
polystyrene foam food packagi g with products that will biodegrade or can be recycled
locally, it will likely result in reduction in the total amount of food packaging that
ultimately reaches the landfill. Furthermore many non- polystyrene foam food packaging
disposed in landfills will degrad more quickly over time, ultimately using less airspace.
The two landfills that will ultim tely serve this ordinance will be the Monterey Peninsula
Landfill and the Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill. Between these two landfills, there is
over 130 years of landfill capac ty in Monterey County. This ordinance is not expected
to cause an increase in the total amount of food packaging generated; however, both
landfills have the capacity t accept additional solid waste. Furthermore, since
polystyrene foam is easily wind-borne as refuse vehicles dump their loads at the landfills,
a reduction in food packaging reaching the landfill may help reduce wind-borne litter and
assist the landfill facility to remain compliant with litter control regulations. The
proposed ordinance will have no impact, but will be beneficial in some cases.
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VII. MANDATORY FINDIN
S OF SIGNIFICANCE
NOTE: If there are significant environmental impacts which cannot be mitigated and no feasible project
alternatives are available, then complete the ma datory findings of significance and attach to this initial study as an
appendix. This is the first step for starting the environmental impact report EIR) process.
Does the project:
a) Have the potential to degrade the quality of 1
environment, substantially reduce the habita
or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife p
to drop below self-sustaining levels, threater
eliminate a plant or animal community, redu
number or restrict the range of a rare or ends
plant or animal or eliminate important exams
major periods of California history or prehis
Source: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)
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of afrsh
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ory?
b) Have impacts that are individually limited, but
cumulatively considerable? Cumulatively
considerable" means that the incremental effects of a
project are considerable when viewed in connection
with the effects of past projects, the effects of other
current projects, and the effects of probable future
projects)? Source: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)
c) Have environmental effects which will caus
substantial adverse effects on human beings
either
directly or indirectly? Source: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9,
10, 11)
Discussion/Conclusion/Mitigation:
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
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Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
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a-c) This Initial Study finds that the proposed project and associated activities would have only
less-than-significant impacts on th environment in the areas of air quality,
hazards/hazardous materials, and tilities/service systems and no impacts in any other
topical areas. The proposed projec would have no adverse impact on the quality of the
environment, the habitat of a fish or wildlife species or population, plant or animal
communities, rare or endangered p ant or animal or important examples of the major
periods of California history or prehistory. The proposed project would not have significant
adverse effects on human beings d rectly or indirectly. The previous sections document the
reasons for this determination.
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VIII. FISH AND GAME ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT FEES
Assessment of Fee:
The State Legislature, through the enact
lead agencies to determine that a project
effect on fish and wildlife resources and
Projects that were determined to have a
filing fees.
ment of Senate Bill SB) 1535, revoked the authority of
subject to CEQA review had a de minimis" minimal)
er the jurisdiction of the Department of Fish and Game.
de minimis" effect were exempt from payment of the
SB 1535 has eliminated the provision fob
agency; consequently, all land develop
now subject to the filing fees, unless the
project will have no effect on fish and
a determination of de minimis" effect by the lead
ent projects that are subject to environmental review are
Department of Fish and Game determines that the
ildlife resources.
To be considered for determination of no effect" on fish and wildlife resources, development
applicants must submit a form requesting such determination to the Department of Fish and
Game. Forms may be obtained by contacting the Department by telephone at 916) 631-0606 or
through the Department's website at w w.df ca. ov.
Conclusion: This project will not be re
Evidence: Based on the record as a
Management Agency Pla
attached Initial Study, the
and limit the use of polys
unincorporated Monterey
either directly or through
candidate, sensitive or sp
on any riparian habitat or
or regional plans, policies
and Game CDFG) or the
will not have the potentia
8, 9, 10, 11).
uired to pay the fee tentative).
whole as embodied in the Monterey County Resource
nning Department files pertaining to PLN090146 and the
proposed project to introduce regulations to regulate
tyrene foam food packaging by food providers in
County would not have a substantial adverse effect,
habitat modifications, on any species identified as a
cial status species or have a substantial adverse effect
other sensitive natural communities identified in local
regulations, or by the California Department of Fish
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service USFWS). The project
1 to degrade the environment Source: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
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IX. REFERENCES
1. Proposed Ordinance Adding Chapte 10.42 to the Monterey County Code to Regulate and
Limit the Use of Polystyrene Foam ood Packaging by Food Providers in the unincorporated
area of the County of Monterey.
2. County of Monterey, CA. Monterey County General Plan. Sep 1982.
3. Monterey Bay Unified Air Pollution Control District. 2008 Air Quality Management Plan
for the Monterey Bay Region. Aug 008.
4. Monterey Bay Unified Air Pollution Control District. CEQA Air Quality Guidelines. Feb
2008.
5. Central Coast Regional Water Quali Control Board. Water Quality Control Plan for the
Central Coastal Basin Basin Plan). Sep 1994.
6. State Water Resources Control Board. Water Quality Control Plan for Ocean Waters of
California Ocean Plan). Dec 2001
7. Letter to the City of Monterey from aul Michel, Superintendent, Monterey Bay National
Marine Sanctuary. August 12, 2008
8. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. List of Special Status Species. May 2008.
9. Monterey County Solid Waste Local Enforcement Agency. Solid Waste Facility Permit for
Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill WIS # 27-AA-0005). Feb 2008.
10. Monterey County Solid Waste Loca Enforcement Agency. Solid Waste Facility Permit for
Monterey Peninsula Landfill SWIS # 27-AA-0010). Aug 2005.
11. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 2 Chapter I
X. A TTA CHMENTS
A. Proposed Ordinance Adding Chapter 10.42 to the Monterey County Code to Regulate and
Limit the Use of Polystyrene Foam ood Packaging by Food Providers in the Unincorporated
area of the County of Monterey.
B. CDFG No Effect Determination" Request Form
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