1 TO: City Council
FROM: Andrew Vialpando, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Lina Hernandez, Assistant City Manager
MEETING DATE: November 4, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution Authorizing the Submittal of Grant Applications and Related Authorizations for Grant Programs with The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Adopt Resolution No. 2025-37 authorizing the submittal of grant applications and related authorizations for grant programs with The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle).
BACKGROUND
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers the Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program pursuant to Public Resources Code (PRC) Section 14581(a)(3)(A) of the California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act. The purpose of the program is to reach and maintain an 80% recycling rate for all California Refund Value (CRV) beverage containers. This includes aluminum, glass, plastic, and bi-metal materials. Through this program, cities and counties may receive funding to implement projects that expand recycling opportunities, reduce litter, and increase public awareness of beverage container recycling.
For fiscal year 2025-26, $10.5 million is available and each city is eligible to receive a minimum of $5,000 or an amount calculated by CalRecycle on per capita basis, whichever is greater. Funding under this program is non-competitive and is distributed annually to eligible cities and counties. The goal of the program is to support California jurisdictions to develop and improve recycling infrastructure and related programs.
Eligible projects/activities include but are not limited to:
• New or existing curbside recycling programs
CITY OF LOMITA
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Item No. 7c
2 • Neighborhood drop-off recycling programs
• Public education promoting beverage container recycling • Litter prevention and clean-up where the waste stream includes beverage containers that will be recycled
• Purchase of water refill stations, including installation, replacement of current infrastructure, plumbing, maintenance, additional attachments or modifications, or related educational outreach activities/materials promoting water refill stations • Supporting AB 341 Mandatory Commercial Recycling (MCR) requirements o Infrastructure for businesses to recycle beverage containers o Support for new or existing beverage container recycling programs for multifamily residential dwellings o Public education and outreach that includes a beverage container recycling component
DISCUSSION
The City of Lomita previously participated in this program, last receiving funding in Fiscal Year 2014–2015. Recently, staff rediscovered the availability of this program and its recurring annual funding opportunity. In alignment with the City’s sustainability goals, staff plans to apply for the Beverage Container Recycling Program and continue seeking other grant opportunities from Cal Recycle.
The attached resolution authorizes the City to apply for and administer funds from the Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program, as well as other CalRecycle grant opportunities. Establishing the authorization will streamline future applications and ensure the City can take advantage of annual non-competitive funding opportunities without delay. If approved the authorization is valid for five years.
The deadline to submit the grant is November 18, 2025. Payments are expected to be distributed in March or April 2026 and the deadline to expend the funds is January 5, 2028. Staff is currently researching the cost to install a water refill station at the City Hall lobby and at the Marc Fosnaugh gym at Lomita Park. Installing a water refill station will help reduce single-use plastic waste and encourage sustainable community practices.
The installation of these stations aligns with CalRecycle’s program objectives and supports the City’s broader commitment to environmental stewardship.
FISCAL IMPACT
The City of Lomita is eligible to receive a payment of $5,389 from the Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program for the current fiscal year 2025-2026. The funds will be utilized for eligible program expenses such as the possible installation of a water refill station.
3 VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decision making. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No. 4: Quality of Life & Livability – Creating vibrant spaces and services for all ages.
OPTIONS
Approve the attached resolution as recommended.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution 2025-37
Reviewed by: Approved by:
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Lina Hernandez Andrew Vialpando
Assistant City Manager City Manager