3910 Integrated Waste Management Board
Major Program Changes
  • Waste Tire Recycling Program: The budget includes $8.6 million Tire Recycling Management Fund and 4.3 positions to implement the Waste Tire Recycling Management Program activities as described in the Options to Increase Waste Tire Diversion Rates: Report to the Legislature (May 2008). The augmentation includes $4.0 million for a new equipment loan program, $2.1 million for local assistance grants, and $2.0 million for public outreach and education.

  • Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions: The budget includes the redirection of $1.3 million Integrated Waste Management Account and an additional 5.7 positions to implement Chapter 488, Statutes of 2006 (AB 32). The Integrated Waste Management Board will implement targeted activities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from landfills including increased source reduction and development of markets to divert waste materials.