“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” Consideration of a Cross-Connection Control Program Work Plan to Comply with the New Regulations in the Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook June 17, 2025 2CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •A comprehensive plan detailing how the City will comply with new regulations contained in the Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook (CCCPH)ºThe CCCPH has the full force and affect of lawºEffective date of July 1, 2024•Contains 10 major elements•Must be submitted to the State Waterboard for approval by July 1, 2025 Cross-Connection Control Plan
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3CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” A cross-connection is an interconnection between a potable water supply and a non-potable source via any actual or potential connection or structural arrangement between a Public Water System (PWS) and any source or distribution system containing liquid, gas, or other substances not from an approved water supply.
What is a Cross-Connection?
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4CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” How Does Backflow Occur
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Hazard
Hydraulic Condition
Cross-Connection
5CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” Cross-Connections Are Common
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•Many commercial products aren’t listed for potable-water connections•Plumbing installations and repairs may go uninspected for code compliance•EPA research found a high number of service connections with health-hazard cross-connections•Examples 6CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.”
1. Operating Rules or Ordinance2. Hazard Assessments3. Backflow Prevention4. Cross-Connection Control Program Coordinator5. Certified Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers and Cross-Connection Control Specialists CCC Plan Elements
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6. Backflow Prevention Assembly Testing7. Recordkeeping8. Backflow Incident Response, Reporting and Notification9. Public Outreach and Education10. Local Entity Coordination 7CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Municipal Code Chapter 7.46 has been adopted•Established City authority to implement and enforce the CCC program
1. Operating Rules or Ordinance
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8CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Evaluate every service connection and assign a risk class•Assessment types: initial, periodic, triggered•Risk classes:ºNone (no backflow risk)ºLow (aesthetic impact only)ºHigh (health risk)•City facilities: 24 unprotected high-risk services
2. Hazard Assessments
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9CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Low hazard services: Require at least a Double Check Valve Assembly.•High hazard services: Require at least a Reduced Pressure Principle Assembly.•Special cases (e.g., sewage connections): •May need Physical Separation (Air Gap).•Installation Responsibility: Customer’s responsibility.•Current Status: 20 of 21 required assemblies installed at City facilities.
3. Backflow Prevention
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10CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Responsible for tracking, reporting and general administration of the CCC program•Cross-Connection Control Specialist certification is required for public water systems greater than 3000 service connections, out of 13,258
4. Cross-Connection Control Program Coordinator
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11CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Certification through third party organizationsºAmerican Backflow Prevention AssociationºCA-NV Section, American Water Works AssociationºAmerican Society of Sanitary Engineers•Rigorous program to ensure Tester and Specialists possess the expertise to protect the public water supply•Renewal is only industry certification that requires re-examination
5. Certified Testers and Specialists
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12CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Tested upon initial installation•Tested after any repair or relocation•Tested at least once a year•Tested using a third-party, certified tester for all tests
6. Backflow Prevention Assembly Testing
13CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Requires maintenance of legally defensible documentationºHazard assessmentsºAssembly test reports•Records retention for 3 years, or the last record for the service connection•Electronic database•Photos•Site plans
7. Recordkeeping
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14CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Ensures timely and effective response to a backflow incident•Standardizes reporting that captures all relevant information required for the proper response•Requires timely notification to regulatory staff•Establishes procedures for any required customer notification
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15CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Reduce new cross-connections•Empower customers & contractors•Develop web, social media & print materials•Leverage public events such as Hometown Fair, Water Harvest Festival, etc.•Engage local businesses through the Manhattan Beach Downtown Business & Professional Association and others.
9. Public Outreach and Education
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16CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •One-Team approach unifies CCC program throughout various City units:ºEnvironmental Compliance ºFire DepartmentºCommunity DevelopmentºCode Enforcement•Harmonizes the CCC program with other City processes•Establishes a process for tracking and documentation across departments•Prevents program gaps•Leverages workforce for improved efficiency
10. Local Entity Coordination
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17CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •New customers addressed at time of establishing water service•Target timelines for each major water service typeCross-Connection Control Plan Implementation JUNE 17, 2025CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL PLAN
ScheduleInitial Assessment TaskAt time of application for water serviceAssessment of all new connectionsWithin 24 monthsIdentification and assessment of high-hazard premises which are listed on Appendix D of the CCCPHWithin 36 monthsIdentification and assessment of hazardous premises supplemental to Appendix D of the CCCPHWithin 60 monthsIdentification of residential connections with special plumbing facilities and/or water use on the premisesWithin 120 monthsAll remaining service connections. 18CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Un-protected cross-connections will require corrective action•Backflow prevention assembly installation costs vary by site and borne by the customer •Installation location is the greatest challengeºCity staff is dedicated to work with customers and contractors to find solutions•Property owners must arrange testing, maintenance, and repairs of backflow assemblies•Every customer will be treated fairly and equitably•Public health protection, regulatory compliance, and customer service standards require full cooperation Impact On Property Owners
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19CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.”
1. Protection of public health2. Comply with regulations3. Mitigate risk to City4. Enhanced community confidence5. Economic stability CCC Program Goals
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20CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •Adopt the City of Manhattan Beach Cross-Connection Control Plan (CCC Plan), prepared in accordance with the Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook (CCCPH), and authorize submittal to the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water (DDW) for final approval, as required by state drinking water regulations.
Recommendation
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