TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Justin Clifton, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Pedro Cevallos, Management Analyst
SUBJECT:
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Second Amendment to an Agreement with Western Riverside Council of Governments for Regional Food Recovery and Local Assistance Program
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RECOMMENDATION
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Approve the Second Amendment to the Agreement with Western Riverside Council of Governments in the amount of $56,438, and extend the agreement term by one year for services related to edible food recovery and local assistance for local commercial food generators in compliance with Senate Bill (SB) 1383 requirements; and
Authorize the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment, in a form as approved by the City Attorney.
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PRIOR ACTION/VOTE
On August 20, 2024, the City Council approved the First Amendment to an Agreement with Western Riverside Council of Governments for services related to edible food recovery and local assistance for local commercial food generators implementing SB 1383 requirements (Vote: 5-0).
CITY COUNCIL GOAL
Coordinate and deliver responsive, effective community services.
BACKGROUND
Senate Bill 1383, enacted in 2016, aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in California by requiring statewide organic waste diversion and edible food recovery. The law applies to Tier 1 generators (e.g., grocery stores, food distributors) and Tier 2 generators (e.g., restaurants, hotels, and schools with on-site food facilities). The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) oversees implementation. The City of Murrieta (City) has adopted local measures and maintains records to ensure compliance.
To support cities with SB 1383's food recovery requirements, Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) established a regional edible food recovery program. Member agencies, including Murrieta, may opt in, with costs allocated proportionally based on city size. Murrieta participates in t...
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