Objective 1. Build knowledge and capacity among local government
1.1 Update and keep current existing local government and business PowerPoint presentations and handouts.
Deliverables
PowerPoints, Handouts, etc.
1.2 Give 50 presentations to a wide variety of stakeholder groups including producers, retailers, Chambers of Commerce, haulers, local governments, water quality associations, Health Officers, etc.
Deliverables: Presentations
1.3 Conduct post-presentation surveys to obtain feedback on message.
Deliverables
Online
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1.4 Input information into existing database of interested parties
Deliverables
Presentation database
Objective 2. Assist Local Government with Adoption of Resolutions in Support of EPR
2.1 Update and enhance model EPR resolutions and documents supporting U-waste, Sharps, Pharmaceutical reduction/collection/take-back efforts.
Deliverables
Model documents
2.2 Develop new and enhance existing model language integrating EPR into purchasing policies for hazardous waste and supporting documents.
Deliverables
Model EPR language for purchasing policies
2.3 Meet/Confer with local government staff, elected officials and appropriate state agencies; distribute materials.
2.4 Provide technical assistance in drafting resolutions and policies in at least 20 jurisdictions
Deliverables
Staff reports, resolutions, policies, etc.
2.5 Provide technical assistance integrating EPR into purchasing specifications for products that will become hazardous waste in at least 20 jurisdictions
Deliverables
EPR language included in purchasing policies
2.6 Make available successful EPR product reduction/collection initiatives via CPSC website
Deliverables
Information posted on CPSC website and product webpages
Objective 3. Business Awards Program
3.1 Develop on-line application and criteria for businesses to receive a "Good Steward" award. Annual awards program.
Deliverables
The Del Norte Solid Waste Management Authority and CPSC have developed the California Stewardship Arrow Awards to recognize the accomplishments of businesses with innovative product stewardship programs, outstanding partnerships that make product stewardship possible, and to inspire others to integrate the principles of product stewardship into their business.
3.2 Release applications/nominations. Promote awards program to solicit interest & nominations.
Deliverables
Develop applications/nominations; PR to promote awards program
3.3 Review applications; select winners. Determine award ceremony venues. Plan and schedule awards ceremonies. Purchase up to 10 awards.
Deliverables
Plan award ceremonies; purchase awards
3.4 Invite award winners, businesses, business associates and others to award event. Present awards.
Deliverables
Award ceremony invitations and public relations
3.5 Develop media packet to announce award winners and deliver to relevant trade magazines and media sources. Post award winners and photos on CPSC website
Deliverables
Media packet; press clippings; winner featured on CPSC website
Objective 4. Database on Local Actions
4.1 Identify products to be tracked; develop methodology for ongoing collection of local actions such as take-back ordinances and sales bans; compile copies of the local action documents including resolutions and ordinances.
Deliverables
Develop Database
4.2 Conduct outreach to collect the data. Compile data in usable spreadsheets and post on the CPSC website.
Deliverables
Post data on website
Objective 5. EPR Workshops
5.1 Identify venues for four workshops to be held in various locations around the state; schedule workshops; develop workshop agendas of issues to be discussed by product, legislative action, and/or model program review.
Deliverables
Workshops planned and scheduled; agendas developed.
5.2 Invite participants
Deliverables
Recruit participants; promote workshops
5.3 Conduct Workshops - total of 4 during grant term
Deliverables
Workshops successfully conducted
5.4 Post workshop materials (bios, power points, presentation summaries) results & feedback on CPSC website & other state agency websites.
Deliverables
Workshop materials made available through websites
5.5 Provide workshop results directly to participants and key local government contacts via CPSC website and list serves.
Deliverables
Workshop materials sent to participants and key contacts
Objective 6. Public/Private Partnerships for Take-Back
6.1 Review results of Del Norte HD16 Objective #5 (establishing retailer take-back programs) and other successful take-back programs. Discuss successes & identify barriers to participation.
Deliverables
Develop summary of HD16 and other successful take-back projects
6.2 Provide technical assistance to businesses and establishments that wish to implement take-back programs w/in Del Norte & beyond, including staff training resources, BMPs and public education materials. Make available through CPSC website.
Deliverables
Public education materials, staff training resources, Best Management Practices, etc. for selected products
6.3 Public relations campaign to promote voluntary public/private take-back partnerships. Media materials developed.
Deliverables
Media materials to promote take-back partnerships
6.4 Conduct quarterly in-person or telephone follow-up with program participants to gauge program success & obstacles. Document results.
Deliverables
Results of follow-up document and shared via website, etc.
