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Marine Business
The information and resources found in this section will assist you in implementing practices to support your clean marine business efforts.- Funding Opportunities
- Laws and Regulations
- Oil Spill Cleanup Substances in California State Waters
- Oil Spill Response
- Clean Marine Business Resources
- California Annotated Catalog of Marina and Recreational Boater Pollution Education Materials
- Abandoned Vessels Information
The information below summarizes potential funding sources for clean marinas and boating in California.
(Last Updated: October, 2007)
| Grant Program | Description | Eligibility | Funding Level/ Required Match |
Contact Info | Deadline |
| BoatU.S. Clean Water Trust: Clean Water Grants | For education and hands-on efforts aimed at environmentally friendly boating and fishing | Volunteer orgs, nonprofits and US Coast Guard Auxiliary | Up to $4K; no match required | www.boatus.com/foundation/cleanwater/grants/ (703) 823-9550 x8358 cleanwater@boatus.com |
Annual cycle; deadline beginning of February |
| California Coastal Conservancy | Grants for urban waterfront restoration, habitat protection and restoration, public access compatible with resource protection, reduction of contamination of coastal waters | Public agencies and nonprofits | Priority given to projects with significant matching funds; amount varies | http://www.scc.ca.gov/North Coast-Karyn Gear (510) 286-4171, kgear@scc.ca.gov Central Coast-Terri Nevins (510) 286-4161,tnevins@scc.ca.gov SF Bay- Amy Hutzel (510) 286-4180, ahutzel@scc.ca.gov South Coast- Mary Small (510) 286-4181, msmall@scc.ca.gov | Applicants required to discuss project with Conservancy staff before applying; no deadlines |
| Calif. Dept. of Conservation, Div. of Recycling: Beverage Container Recycling | To support the purchase of receptacles for recycling beverage containers | All types of organizations | Amount varies--$1.5 million available;No match required | http://www.consrv.ca.gov/DOR/grants/bcrg.htm (916) 322-0613 Grants@conservation.ca.gov | Annual cycle; deadline in early April |
| CIWMB: Used Oil Nonprofit Grant Program | To increase oil collection opportunities in order to reduce the potential for illegal disposal | Nonprofits | Up to $300K; no match required | www.ciwmb.ca.gov/UsedOil/Grants/Nonprofit/(916) 341-6457 | Annual cycle |
| CIWMB: Used Oil Opportunity Grant Program | To help local governments establish or enhance permanent, sustainable used oil recycling programs | Local gov’t, cities, counties or regional programs | Individual jurisdictions: up to $300K; regional groups: up to $700K; no match required | www.ciwmb.ca.gov/UsedOil/Grants/Opportunity/(916) 341-6457 | Annual cycle |
| Dept. of Boating & Waterways: Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) program | To help improve docking facilities for transient, nontrailerable boatsPublic and private marinas | Public and private marinas | Tier 1: up to $100K; Tier 2: over $100K;25% match | Kevin Atkinson, DBW, 916-263-8149; See “Fish and Wildlife” heading at www. access.gpo.gov/su_docs/fedreg/a010118c.html | Annual cycle |
| Dept. of Boating & Waterways- the Abandoned Watercraft Abatement Fund | For the removal storage and/or disposal of abandoned watercraft. | Local Government Agencies | 10% match of funds is required | Denise Peterson 916.263.8181 dpeterson@dbw.ca.gov www.dbw.ca.gov | None |
| Dept. of Boating & Waterways: Clean Vessel Act—Sewage Pumpout Grant Program | To fund the construction, renovation, operation and maintenance of pumpout and dump stations | Local gov’t & private businesses that own & operate boating facilities open to the gen’l public | No set maximum request; 25% match | www.dbw.ca.gov/clean.htm Kevin Atkinson (916) 263-8149 katkinson@dbw.ca.gov | Requests are reviewed on a monthly basis |
| SWRCB: Nonpoint Source Implementa-tion Grant [319(h)] | Watershed and land use management activities to reduce, eliminate, or prevent water pollution and to enhance water quality | Nonprofits, government agencies, educational institutions | Check most recent solicitation notice for funding level and required match | www.waterboards.ca.gov/funding/index.html Jule Rizzardo (916) 341-5822 (Grants and Loans Program) | Annual. Check most recent solicitation notice |
| SWRCB: Clean Water State Revolving Fund | Low-interest loans to address water quality problems from nonpoint source pollution and for estuary enhancement | Local agencies and nonprofits | Up to $25 million; Interest rate = 50% of interest rate on general obligation bond | www.waterboards.ca.gov/funding/srf.html Christopher Stevens (916) 341-5698 (Grants and Loans Program) | No deadlines.Continuous applications. |
| SWRCB: Clean Beaches Initiatives and Stormwater Grants (Prop 50 and 84) | To protect and restore coastal water quality and reduce bacterial contamination | Public agencies and nonprofits | Check most recent solicitation notice for funding level and required match | www.waterboards.ca.gov/cwphome/beaches/index.html Laura Peters (916) 341-5854 (Grants and Loans Program) | Check most recent solicitation notice |
LAWS AND REGULATIONS:
This section provides contact information for the local, state and federal agencies that regulate environmental practices at marinas, and a description of the programs they implement. In many instances, regulatory requirements differ from one local jurisdiction to the next.
The regulations pertaining to hazardous waste management are perhaps the most complex of all regulatory programs that may apply to California marinas. In California, local governments are charged with the authority for implementing hazardous waste regulations. In most instances, these local agencies are “Certified Unified Program Agencies” or CUPAs. Most CUPA regulations follow the guidance set forth by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) for hazardous waste management. We suggest that you contact your local CUPA first to find out about hazardous waste management requirements. In addition, DTSC has many resources to help small businesses understand hazardous waste generator compliance. For more laws and regulations, visit www.dbw.ca.gov/LawsRegs.
California Air Resources Board
1001 I Street
P.O. Box 2815
Sacramento, CA 95812
1-800-242-4450,
www.arb.ca.gov
The Air Resources Board (ARB) is California's primary air pollution control authority. The ARB has regulatory authority over emissions from mobile sources of air pollution which include outboard engines, personal water craft (PWCs), stern drive engines and portable fuel containers. Responsibility for issuing permits for other air pollution sources rests with local and regional Air Quality Management Districts. Marina operations that are typically regulated by the Air Districts include: Fuel dispensing, boat painting, parts and other cleaning using solvents, back-up power generators above 50 horsepower and hull surfaces sandblasting. To access local air district websites or locate an email address, please visit http://www.arb.ca.gov/capcoa/dismap.htm
California Coastal Commission
45 Fremont Street, Suite 2000
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 904-5200, (800) COAST4U
www.coastal.ca.gov
The Commission permits new marina development or redevelopment of marinas in the coastal zone. Implements boater and marine business education program in partnership with the California Department of Boating and Waterways “Boating Clean and Green.”
California Department of Boating and Waterways
2000 Evergreen Street Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95815-3888
(916) 263-1331
(888) 326-2822
www.dbw.ca.gov
The Department plans, designs, and finances state boating facilities and coordinates with local governments to develop local boating facilities. The Department provides funding for environmental improvement and abandoned vessels removal at marinas and boat launch ramps. Implements educational programs on boating safety and environmentally sound boating practices. Implements boater and marine business education program, “Boating Clean and Green,” in partnership with the California Coastal Commission.
California Department of Fish and Game- OSPR
1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 445-0411
www.dfg.ca.gov
The Office of Spill Prevention and Response implements programs to certify small craft fueling facilities for spill prevention and oversees programs requiring marine fueling facilities to prepare spill contingency plans. The Department conducts enforcement regarding pollution discharges considered deleterious to fish, plants, and birds.
California Department of Pesticide Regulation
1001 I Street, P.O. Box 4015
Sacramento, CA 95812-4015
(916) 445-4300
www.cdpr.ca.gov
The Department regulates pesticide, fungicide, and insecticide sales and use.
California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC)
1001 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814-2828
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 806
Sacramento, CA 95812-0806
(800) 72-TOXIC
www.dtsc.ca.gov
DTSC implements hazardous waste and toxic substances regulatory programs at the state level. It also provides EPA Generator ID Numbers
California Integrated Waste Management Board
1001 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814-2828
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 4025
Sacramento, CA 95812-4025
(916) 341-6000
www.ciwmb.ca.gov
The CIWMB implements programs to reduce waste in California in partnership with local government, industry, and the public. Its programs focus on hazardous wastes, used oil, and solid waste. The CIWMB provides grants to local government that have been used to fund oil-related services for boaters at marinas throughout California.
California State Lands Commission
100 Howe Ave., Suite 100 South
Sacramento, CA 95825-8202
(916) 574-1900
www.slc.ca.gov
The State Lands Commission is charged with stewardship of the natural and cultural resources on state lands. Many marinas are lessees of state lands and must comply with specific lease provisions related to clean marina operations.
Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPAs)
http://www.calepa.ca.gov/CUPA/
cupa@calepa.ca.gov
(916) 327-9559
CUPAs implement local hazardous waste and materials management programs, above and underground storage tank programs, and business hazardous materials emergency response programs.
Regional Water Quality Control Boards
The Boards implement storm water and pollution discharge permits for marinas and conduct enforcement of water quality laws. Regional Boards also have the authority to require installation and maintenance of sewage pumpouts and to establish regional standards for adequate numbers of pumpouts.
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Region 1- North Coast Region
5550 Skylane Blvd., Suite A Santa Rosa, CA 95403 (707) 576-2220 www.waterboards.ca.gov/northcoast/
Region 3 – Central Coast Region
Region 4 – L.A. Region
Region 5 - Central Valley Region
Region 6 - Lahontan Region
Region 7 - Colorado River Basin Region
Region 8 – Santa Ana Region
Region 9 – San Diego Region
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State Water Resources Control Board
1001 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 341-5250
www.swrcb.ca.gov
The Board regulates discharges of pollutants to state waterways in order to protect water quality and the beneficial uses of the waters of the state. The Board, in partnership with the California Coastal Commission, implement’s the state non-point source pollution control program, which includes environmental management measures for marinas and boating. The Board also implements regulations pertaining to vessel fueling facilities design, construction and operation.
U.S. Coast Guard
District 11
Building 14, Coast Guard Island
Alameda California 94501
(415) 399-3547
www.uscg.mil/d11
Marina and boating-related responsibilities of the Coast Guard include providing oil and chemical spill response, enforcing MARPOL, educating boaters about boating safety, and certifying marine sanitation devices and other boat equipment.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Ariel Rios Building
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 272-0167
www.epa.gov
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requires that coastal states implement regulatory programs to control non-point source pollution, including pollution from marinas and boating. Under this program, the EPA has issued guidance regarding the implementation of best management practices at marinas.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE USE OF OIL SPILL CLEAN-UP SUBSTANCES IN CALIFORNIA STATE WATERS
- Policies and Procedures for the Use of Oil Spill Cleanup
Agents (OSCAs) during Oil Spill Response
- The Use of Oil Spill
Cleanup Agents in Waters of the State
- Regulated Community Oil Spill Agents (OSCA)
IMPORTANT OIL SPILL RESPONSE INFORMATION
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California
Dept. of Fish and Game. Office of Oil Spill Response
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Oil Spill Emergency Management Page
CLEAN MARINE BUSINESS RESOURCES:
The resources below will assist you to manage your facility as a “clean marina.” There are many marinas in California. Each is unique in terms of its design, operation, the types of boaters that it serves, and the pollution problems that it may experience. Since California Marinas are so diverse, there can be no “one size fits all” approach to operating a clean marina. The links below will assist you with options to consider implementing in order to improve your marine business operations.
- A Clean Marina Toolkit
- Clean Marinas CA Program
- Some marinas may be required by law to develop a Hazardous Materials Business Plan.
Click here to download information
about the Plan and its components, and who is required to complete it.
- Some marinas in California collect used oil, oil filters, used oil absorbents and batteries. The fact sheets below provide an overview of requirements for managing these wastes in California.