HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC AG PKT 2004-12-13 #U AGENDA REPORT
DATE: December 13, 2004
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
THRU: John B. Bahorski, City Manager
FROM: Mark K.Vukojevic, P.E., Director of Public Works, City Engineer
Lee Whittenberg, Director of Development Services
SUBJECT: FATS, OILS, AND GREASE ( "FOG ") CONTROL PROGRAM -
MANUAL AND PERMIT IMPLEMENTATION
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
The proposed City Council action will approve the Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) manual and
permit for Food Service Establishments (FSE's) and approve a 3 -year fee implementation plan.
BACKGROUND:
As a result of the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board Order (No. R8- 2002 - 0014),
the City is required to comply with a December 30, 2004 deadline to implement a Fats, Oils, and
Grease (FOG) Control Program. This Program will help reduce the discharge of FOG into the
sewer system, which is a leading cause of sewer blockage, sewage overflows, and beach
contamination and closures. City Council adopted a FOG Control Ordinance on September 13,
2004 to establish legal authority for the City to control FOG discharge. The FOG Control
Program is the next step to implement and enforce the Ordinance. Staff has developed a FOG
manual and permits to comply with the December 30, 2004 deadline. Failure to comply puts the
City in violation of the Order potentially exposing the City to large fines by the Board.
The manual will apply to existing and new restaurants and will be used as a tool and reference
for restaurant owners and managers to effectively control discharges of FOG into the City's
sewer system. The manual includes sections on grease interceptors, record- keeping and
reporting requirements, kitchen best management practices, and a compliance agreement.
(Attachment A)
The new permit will be used to implement an inspection program to monitor grease control
devices such as grease traps, grease interceptors, and kitchen best management practices. Staff
surveyed the permit requirements of other cities in order to determine the best method to
administer the permit fees and conduct the inspection program. The fees associated with the
permit will be used to help the City recover costs to administer this program on a yearly basis.
Agenda Item U
The following survey shows the fees for different FOG programs compared on an annual basis:
• City of Newport Beach - $122 annually / $800 grease mitigation fee
• City of Fullerton - $100 annually / no grease mitigation fee yet
• City of Huntington Beach - $126 annually / $348 grease mitigation fee
• City of Laguna Beach — under San Diego Regional Board order
• City of Brea - $224 annually / $678 grease mitigation fee (assuming frequency of BMP
inspection similar to Seal Beach and that City of Brea absorbs cost for lid inspection)
• City of Buena Park — interim permit first year; no inspections or grease mitigation fee yet
• City of Anaheim — $60 annually for industrial and commercial users; no inspection or
grease mitigation fee yet
• City of Orange — City -wide water usage fee; no inspection program yet
• Midway City Sanitary - $166 annually for compliance and $220 annually for non-
compliance (no grease interceptor); no grease mitigation fee yet
• OCSD - $115 annually / no grease mitigation fee yet
• Irvine Water District - $24 -36 annually / no grease mitigation fee yet
The above comparisons were evaluated on an annual basis. Some cities and sewer agencies are
recovering costs for FOG program by adding a monthly surcharge to sewer bills instead of
issuing permits. Other agencies may have larger quantities of restaurants thereby lowering the
fees. In addition, some agencies are assessing costs to cover both FSE's and residential users.
The Department inventoried 102 food facilities in the City and 70 were identified as a "Food
Service Establishments (FSE's)" per the City Ordinance. Based on the City's fee study, a "base"
fee was recommended for all 102 food facilities to cover costs to inventory and process the fee
on an annual basis (see attached fee study). However, Staff proposes to waive the fee for 32
facilities since they do not discharge grease and are not covered by the FOG Ordinance.
From the group of 70 FSE's, an inspection program will be required to monitor for FOG
discharge. 24 were identified as FOG producers with adequate grease control devices and 46
were identified without adequate grease control devices. The following table breaks down the
FSEs based on grease protection:
Food Facility Inventory Table
" FSE's" per "}'Cr'" s with " FSE's" without -
Total food adequate grease ,. adequate grease
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protection protection
102 70 24 46
As a result of having inadequate grease protection, the 46 FSE's will rely on kitchen best
management practices (BMP) to control the amount of FOG they produce. Since kitchen BMP's
are generally not as effective as a grease control device, an elevated effort by the City will be
required to monitor and maintain sewers for the 46 FSE's. Therefore additional mitigation fees
will be assessed to those particular FSE's to cover increased inspection and sewer cleaning costs.
(Attachment B)
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The proposed fees as listed in the fee resolution are as follows:
❑ Section 5, Public Works Fees, Item F.4 New Fees - Fats, Oils & Grease (FOG)
Wastewater Discharge Permits
Permit issuance fee $ 30.00 each
Grease control device lid inspection fee $ 20.00 each
Best Management Practices (BMP) program inspection fee $ 30.00 per visit
(2 /year for FSE's with grease control devices)
(4 /year for FSE's without grease control devices)
Grease Disposal Mitigation/Waiver Fee (each) $440.00 annually
(Sewer cleaning fee)
Non - compliance BMP inspection return fee $ 30.00 per visit
Non - compliance sewer cleaning fee $160.00 per hour
Non - compliance sewer video inspection fee $250.00 per hour
Any cost increases to the City, additional services, and materials provided by the City, not listed
above such as spill response or additional sewer main line cleaning due to accumulation of FOG
will be billed directly to the responsible party for actual costs incurred on a time and material
basis. Any delinquencies, penalties, appeals, hearings, suspensions, revocations, violations, and
enforcements are established by the FOG Ordinance. FSE's requesting a permit within a
calendar year shall have the fees pro -rated on a month end basis.
The following examples give a breakdown of the permit fees and inspections required (all fees
are based on hourly charge by Contract Environmental Health Inspector):
Example 1: FSE with adequate grease protection
• Bi- annual inspection of kitchen BMP
• Bi- annual inspection of grease control device
$80 ($20 per grease interceptor lid inspection at twice a year. Assume 2 lids per FSE)
$60 ($30 per kitchen BMP inspection - twice a year)
$30 (permit issuance base fee)
$170 Total
Example 2: FSE without adequate grease protection
• Quarterly inspection of kitchen BMP
• Monthly and quarterly sewer cleanings
$120 ($30 per kitchen BMP inspection - quarterly)
$440 (cost to perform sewer cleanings monthly and quarterly)
$ 30 (base fee)
$590 Total
A visual flow chart in Attachment "C" indicates that the implementation cost of the program
would be $170 for FSE with grease protection and $590 for FSE without adequate grease
protection. However, in consideration that this is a new program, Staff expects the restaurant
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industry to require additional time to adopt the Program and pay for the full cost of the permit
fees. In response to these concerns, Staff has also prepared a program to phase -in the fees over
the next 3 -years by initially waiving the BMP inspection fees. The phasing plan is as follows:
Fee Schedule with 3 -Year Implementation Plan
Year Case 1: FSE with adequate grease Case 2: `FSE. without adequate grease
protection protection
1 $110 (2- BMP inspection fees waived) $470 (4 — BMP inspection fees waived)
2 $140 (1 — BMP inspection fee waived) $530 (2 — BMP inspection fees waived)
3 $170 (full cost recovery) $590 (full cost recovery)
On the third year of the permit, the phase -in plan would expire and all permits thereafter would
be assessed at the full -rate.
Currently, there is a ratepayer subsidy in which, the Seal Beach residential rate - payers pay for
the monthly and quarterly sewer cleaning associated with FOG produced by restaurants. With
the new program, City Council has the option to adjust the in- equity fully via the proposed fee
schedule or partially via the 3 -year implementation plan.
As a part of the Ordinance, FSE's have the option between changing their permit categories by
installing grease control devices individually or sharing devices between multiple FSE's. In
addition, the Ordinance also describes the ability for FSE's to pursue variances from the City
based upon demonstrating that their (FSE'S) FOG discharge is negligible.
All 70 FSE's have been notified of the proposed program and fees via letter (Attachment D) and
were invited to participate in a meeting to discuss the fees and the program on December 9,
2004. At the time of the printing of this report, comments from the meeting were not yet
available. The City also conducted a workshop meeting with the FSE's on July 28, 2004.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no General Fund impact associated with this action.
The annual revenue expected with the new FOG Control Manual and Permit Fees is $29,155 for
the Sewer Enterprise Fund and the annual expense expected via the contract environmental
health inspector is $29,155. Limited food preparation establishments are not covered by the
Ordinance and therefore, the annual cost to inspect these facilities of $960 is recommended to be
waived and absorbed by the Sewer Enterprise Fund. In addition, it is expected that the City will
incur costs between $3,000 to $5,000 per year for BMP educational materials, brochures, posters,
and videos in the Sewer Enterprise Fund. Staff and administrative time and costs to implement,
monitor, maintain and report the program have not been evaluated, but are considered to be
significant. At this time, it is assumed that Staff and the budget will absorb this workload.
As outlined in the Staff Report, a subsidy of the BMP inspection fees for the first year would
impact the Sewer Enterprise Fund by $6,690 and $3,480 for the second year.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that City Council approve the Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) manual and
permit for Food Service Establishments (FSE'S) and approve a 3 -year fee implementation plan.
Prepared By: Prepared By:
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Andy Ida Iva, P.E. Mark . Vukojevic, P.E. •
Associate Engineer Director Public Works /City Engineer
Reviewed By:
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Director of Development Service
NOT 1 to APPRO ED:
o :. : ahorski, City Manager
Attachments: A — Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG ) Control Manual
B — FOG Control Program Fee Study
C — FOG Control Program Flow Chart
D — Notice to Food Service Establishments (FSE's)
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. Table of Contents
LIST OF ACRONYMS , 3
DEFINITION OF TERMS 4
FORWARD 8
INTRODUCTION 9
SECTION 1: LEGAL REQUIREMENTS 11
Codes, Fines, and Contact Information 11
Orange County Agency Responsibilities ... 12
SECTION 11: BASIC REQUIREMENTS OF THE FOG PROGRAM 13
KITCHEN BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES 13
RECORD KEEPING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 13
COMPLIANCE SCHEDULE AGREEMENT - 13
GREASE INTERCEPTORS 13
FOG WASTEWATER DISCHARGE PERMIT 14
SECTION III: KITCHEN BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES 15
• DESCRIPTION AND APPLICABILITY 15
FSE'S 15
Employee Training and Awareness 15
Garbage Disposals and Drain Screening 15
Dry Clean -up - 16
Spill Prevention and Clean -up 16
Dishwashing and Equipment Cleaning 17
Recycling 17
Beneficial Use of Food Wastes 17
Grease Traps 17
BUILDING DRAINS AND SERVICES MAINTENANCE 18
SECTION IV: GREASE INTERCEPTORS 19
DESCRIP'T'ION AND APPLICABILITY 19
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 19
General 19
Variances and Waivers........ 20
INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS 20
Additional Considerations 21
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 22
Operation 22
Maintenance 22
Inspection 22
Cleaning 23
Recordkeeping 24
SECTION V: PUBLIC EDUCATION 25
SECTION VI: PERMITS AND ENFORCEMENT 26
DESCRIPTION AND APPLICABILITY 26
PERMIT REQUIREMENTS 26
BLOCKAGES AND SEWER SPILLS 26
VIOLATIONS AND ENFORCEMENT RESPONSES 27
Notices of Violation 28
Compliance Schedule Agreement 29
Administrative Hearing Procedures 29
APPENDICES 30
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List of Acronyms
BMP Best Management Practices
CSA Compliance Schedule Agreement
EPA Environment Protection Agency
FOG Fats, Oils, and Grease
FSE Food Service Establishment
GI Grease Interceptor
O &G Oils and Grease (a.k.a. fats, oils, and grease)
SSO Sanitary Sewer Overspill (a.k.a. sewer overflows, sewer spills)
SWRCB California State Water Resource Control Board
RWQCB Regional Water Quality Control Board
UPC Uniform Plumbing Code
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Definition of Terms
"Best Management Practices ": schedules of activities, prohibitions of
practices, maintenance procedures and other management practices to
prevent or reduce the introduction of FOG to the sewer facilities.
"Director ": the Director of the Department of Public Works, the City
Engineer.
"Discharger ": any person who discharges or causes a discharge of
wastewater directly or indirectly to the sewer facilities. Discharger shall
have the same meaning as User.
"Fats, Oilss, and Grease ( "FOG ") ": any substance, such as a vegetable,
animal or other product that is used in, or is a by product of, the cooking
or food preparation process, and that turns or may turn viscous or
solidifies with a change in temperature or other conditions.
"FOG Control Program ": the FOG Control Program required by and
developed pursuant to Section (c)(12)(viii) of the Sewer WDRs.
"FOG Discharge Manual": the "Fats, Oils and Grease Discharge
Manual ", setting forth BMPs for FSE's, as approved by the Director.
"FOG Wastewater Discharge Permit" or "Discharge Permit": a permit
issued by the City subject to the requirements and conditions established
by the City authorizing the Permittee or discharger to discharge
wastewater- into the City's facilities or into sewer facilities or which
ultimately discharge into such a facility.
"Food Grinder ": any device installed in the plumbing of a facility or
sewage system for the purpose of grinding food waste or food preparation
by products for the purpose of disposing it in the sewer system.
"Food Service Establishment ( "FSE") ": Facilities defined in California
Uniform Retail Food Facility Law (CURFFL) Health & Safety Code §
113785, and any commercial or public entity within the boundaries of the
City, operating in a permanently constructed structure such as a room,
building, or place, or portion thereof, maintained, used, or operated for the
purpose of storing, preparing, serving, or manufacturing, packaging, or
otherwise handling food for sale to other entities, or for consumption by
the public, its members or employees, and which has any process or
device that uses or produces FOG, or grease vapors, steam, fumes, smoke
or odors that are required to be removed by a Type I or Type 11. hood, as
defined in CURFFL. A limited food preparation establishment is not
considered a FSE when engaged only in reheating, hot holding or
assembly of ready to eat food products and as a result, there is no
wastewater discharge containing a significant amount of FOG. A limited
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food preparation establishment does not include any operation that
changes the form, flavor, or consistency of food.
"Grab Sample ": a sample taken from a waste stream on a one -time basis
without regard to the flow in the waste stream and without consideration
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of time.
"Grease Control Device ": any grease interceptor, grease trap or other
mechanism, device, or process, which attaches to, or is applied to,
wastewater plumbing fixtures and lines, the purpose of which is to trap or
collect or treat FOG prior to it being discharged into the sewer system. A
grease control device may also include any other proven method to reduce
FOG subject to the approval of the Director.
"Grease Disposal Mitigation Fee ": a fee charged to an Owner /Operator
of a FSE, as provided in this Chapter, when there are physical limitations
to the property that make the installation of the usual and customary
grease interceptor or grease control device for the FSE under consideration
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impossible.
"Grease Interceptor ": a multi - compartment device that is constructed in
different sizes and is generally required to be located, according to the
California Plumbing Code, underground between a FSE and the
connection to the sewer system. These devices primarily use gravity to
separate FOG from the wastewater as it moves from one compartment to
the next.
"Grease Trap ": a grease control device that is used to serve individual
fixtures and have limited effect and should only be used in those cases
where the use of a grease interceptor or other grease control device is
determined to be impossible.
"Inspector ": a person authorized by the City to inspect any existing or
proposed wastewater generation, conveyance, processing, and disposal
facilities.
"Interference ": any discharge which, alone or in conjunction with
discharges from other sources, inhibits or disrupts the City's sewer system,
treatment processes or operations; or is a cause of violation of the City's
NPDES or Waste Discharge Requirements.
"Local Sewering Agency ": any public agency or private entity responsible
for the collection and disposal of wastewater to the City's sewer facilities
duly authorized under the laws of the State of California to construct
and/or maintain public sewers.
"Major Operational Change ": a physical, change or operational change
causing generation of the amount of FOG that exceed the current amount
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of FOG discharge to the sewer system by the FSE in an amount that alone
or collectively causes or create a potential for SSOs to occur.
"New Construction ": any structure planned or under construction for
which a sewer connection permit has not been issued.
"Permittee ": a person who has received a discharge permit to discharge
wastewater into the City's sewer facilities subject to the requirements and
conditions established by the City.
"Public Agency ": the State of California and /or any city, county, special
district, other local governmental authority or public body of or within this
State.
"Public Sewer ": a sewer owned and operated by the City, or other local
Public Agency, which is tributary to the City's sewer facilities.
"Regulatory Agency ": regulatory agency or regulatory agencies shall
mean those agencies having regulatory jurisdiction over the operations of
the city, including, but not limited to:
United States Environmental Protection Agency, Region IX, San
Francisco and Washington, DC (EPA).
California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB).
California Regional Water Quality Control Board, Santa Ana
Region (Santa Ana RWQCB).
South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD).
California Department of Health Services (DOHS).
Any Public Agency.
"Sewage ": wastewater. '
"Sewer Facilities or System ": any and all facilities used for collecting,
conveying, pumping, treating, and disposing of wastewater and sludge
operated by the City, including the Public Sewer.
• "Sewer Lateral": a building sewer as defined in the latest edition of the
California Plumbing Code. It is the wastewater connection between the
building's wastewater facilities and a public sewer system.
"Sewer WDRs ": the "General Waste Discharge Requirements for Sewer
Collection Agencies in Orange County Within the Santa Ana Region,"
(Order No. R8- 2002 - 0014), dated April 26, 2002, adopted by the Santa
Ana RWQCB, and any successor permit to such WDRs.
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"Sludge ": any solid, semi -solid or liquid decant, subnate or supemate
from a manufacturing process, utility service, or pretreatment facility.
"User ": any person who discharges or causes a discharge of wastewater
directly or indirectly to a public sewer system. User shall mean the same
as Discharger.
"Waste ": sewage and any and all other waste substances, liquid, solid,
gaseous or radioactive, associated with human habitation or of human or
animal nature, including such wastes placed within containers of whatever
nature prior to and for the purpose of disposal.
"Wastewater": the liquid and water - carried wastes of the community and
all constituents thereof, whether treated or untreated, discharged into or
permitted to enter a public sewer.
"Wastewater Constituents and Characteristics ": the individual chemical,
physical, bacteriological, and other parameters, including volume and flow
rate and such other parameters that serve to define, classify or measure the
quality and quantity of wastewater.
"Water Minimization Practices ": plans or programs intended to reducetor
eliminate discharges to the sewer system or to conserve water, including,
but not limited to, product substitutions, housekeeping practices, inventory
control, employee education, and other steps as necessary to minimize
wastewater produced.
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Forward
Studies in Orange County have concluded that FOG is one of the primary causes of
sanitary sewer blockages. Based on information collected by the Santa Ana RWQCB,
sanitary sewer system overflows ( "SSOs ") within Orange County from sewer collection
systems have caused numerous beach closures, and the most prevalent cause of the
SSOs is FOG accumulation in the small to medium sewer fines serving FSE's.
The current edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code requires FSE's that have the potential
to produce a significant amount of FOG to have grease control devices. Many FSE's,
such as restaurants within the City do not have grease control devices. These
commercial FSE's have the potential to require the City and sanitation districts to perform
additional preventive maintenance on sewer lines that service these facilities, as well as
respond to and cleanup blockages and sewage overflows caused by improper FOG
disposal practices and grease control device maintenance.
The purpose of the FOG Discharge Manual is to facilitate the maximum beneficial public
use of the City's sanitary sewer collection system while preventing blockages of sewer
lines resulting from discharges of FOG to the system, and to specify appropriate FOG
discharge requirements for FSE's discharging into the City's sewer system to protect the
public health and safety. The sections of this manual shall apply to the direct or indirect
discharge of all wastewater or waste containing FOG into City's sanitary sewer collection
system.
In order to manage and control, in a cost - effective manner, the discharge of FOG into the
City's sanitary sewer collection system to the maximum extent practicable, it is also
essential to establish a FOG program for the disposal of FOG and other insoluble waste
discharges from FSE's into the City's sewer system. Compliance requirements shall also
be made to allow the City to meet applicable policies at the Federal and State level.
Certain FSE's within the boundaries of the City do not discharge wastewater into the
City's sewer system. These facilities discharge into sewer systems operated by
Regulatory Agencies and sanitation districts other than the City. Such FSE's will be
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permitted and regulated by Regulatory Agencies other than the City. In order to avoid the
possibility of overlapping and potentially contradictory regulation of such FSE's, this
Chapter is not intended to apply to FSE's or other dischargers, which do not discharge
into the City's sanitary sewer system.
This manual shall also establish quantity and quality standards on all wastewater and /or
waste discharges containing FOG, which may alone or collectively cause or contribute to
FOG accumulation in the sewer facilities causing or potentially causing or contributing to
the occurrence of SSOs
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Introduction
What is FOG? Where does it come from?
"FOG" refers to fats, oils and grease, which are commonly found in such things as meats,
sauces, gravy, dressings, deep -fried foods, baked goods, cheeses, butter and others.
Residential users and many different businesses generate FOG wastes by processing or
serving food, including; eating and drinking establishments, caterers, hospitals, nursing
homes, day care centers, schools and grocery stores.
What's the problem with FOG?
Grease is often washed into the plumbing system, usually through the kitchen sink.
Grease sticks to the insides of sewer pipes (both on your property and in the streets) and
over time, the grease can build up and block the entire pipe.
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When sewer pipelines become blocked with grease, sewage flows out of maintenance
(manholes) holes and into the storm drains. The water in storm drains flows into the river
channels and eventually makes its way into the ocean. Sewer overflows pose a threat to
public health, adversely affect aquatic life, and are expensive to clean up.
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Why do food facilities need to know about FOG?
The 2000 -2001 Orange County Grand Jury conducted an investigation among the 35-
sewer collection and treatment agencies in Orange County. It found that an
accumulation of fats, oils, and grease discharged from restaurants is the leading cause of
sanitary sewer overflows.
In February 2002, the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board adopted Order
R8- 2002 -0014, which prohibits sewer overflows and requires Orange County cities to
monitor and control these overflows. Cities are also required to develop and implement a
FOG Control Program. The program will require restaurants and food preparation
facilities to follow but not be limited to implementing kitchen BMPs, consider installing a
grease interceptor, develop a grease control plan, produce waste - hauling records, and /or
share the costs incurred by the City to clean -out blockages in the sewer line.
How is FOG monitored? How is it enforced?
The City of Seal Beach maintains a record of maps of the entire sewer collection systems
in the city and uses video surveillance cameras to identify blockages caused by FOG
wastes. The City of Seal Beach can use this information to identify the sources that are
contributing to the sewer blockages, and can initiate enforcement actions against
businesses to insure compliance with the State and City laws. As mentioned previously,
physical damage can occur when sewer overflows of raw sewage backs up into a
residence or business, as a result of sewer pipes blocked by FOG wastes. When the City
of Seal Beach initiates enforcement actions for sewer system blockages, those
responsible can be liable for:
• Physical /monetary damages caused to others
• Costs incurred by City of Seal Beach to respond to the blockage
• Fines and penalties •
How to report Sewage Spills
Any persons or businesses affected by a sewer collection system blockage or overflow
can contact City of Seal Beach at 562 - 431 -2527 ext.317 to file a complaint. Contact the
Police Department after hours to report spills and do not leave a message.
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Section I: Legal Requirements
Codes, Fines, and Contact Information
Allowing sewage to discharge to a gutter or storm drain may subject FSE's to penalties
and /or out -of- pocket costs to reimburse cities or public agencies for clean -up efforts. Here are
the pertinent codes, fines, and agency contact information that apply.
City of Seal Beach Department of Public Works
(562) 431 -2527 ext.317
City of Seal Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 9.25
• Contact the Police Department after hours to report spills.
DO NOT LEAVE A MESSAGE
• "No FSE shall discharge or cause to be discharged into the sewer system
FOG that exceeds a concentration level adopted by a Regulatory Agency or
that may accumulate and /or cause or contribute to blockages in the sewer
system or at the sewer system lateral which connects the FSE to the sewer
system."
Orange County Stormwater Program
24 -Hour Water Pollution Reporting Hotline
(714) 567-6363
• County and city water quality ordinances prohibit discharges containing pollutants.
Orange County Health Care Agency
Environmental Health
(714) 667 -3600
California Health and Safety Code, Sections 5410 -5416
• No person shall discharge raw or treated sewage or other waste in a manner that
results in contamination, pollution, or a nuisance.
• Any person who causes or permits a sewage discharge to any state waters:
o must immediately notify the local health agency of the discharge.
o shall reimburse the local health agency for services that protect • the public's
• health and safety (water- contact receiving waters).
o who fails to provide the required notice to the local health agency is guilty of
a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine (between $500 — $1,000)
and /or imprisonment for less than one year.
Regional Water Quality Control Board
Santa Ana Region (909) 782 -4130
San Diego Region (858) 467 -2952
• Requires the prevention, mitigation, response to and reporting of sewage spills.
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California Office of Emergency Services
(800) 852-7550
California Water Code, Article 4, Chapter 4, Sections 13268 -13271
California Code of Regulations, Title 23, Division 3, Chapter 9.2, Article 2, Sections 2250-
2260
• Any person who causes or permits sewage in excess of 1,000 gallons to be
discharged to state waters shall immediately notify the Office of Emergency Services.
• Any person who fails to provide the notice required by this section is guilty of a
misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine (less than $20,000) and /or
imprisonment for not more than one year.
Orange County Agency Responsibilities
• City Sewer /Public Works Departments —
Responsible for protecting city property and streets, the local storm drain system,
sewage collection system and other public areas.
• Public Sewer /Sanitation District —
Responsible for collecting, treating, and disposing of wastewater.
• County of Orange Health Care Agency —
Responsible for protecting public health by closing ocean /bay waters and may close
food- service businesses if a spill poses a threat to public health.
• Regional Water Quality Control Boards —
Responsible for protecting State waters.
• Orange County Stormwater Program —
Responsible for preventing harmful pollutants from being discharged or washed by
stormwater runoff into the municipal stormdrain system, creeks, bays and the ocean.
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Section 11: Basic Requirements of the FOG Program
Kitchen Best Management Practices
This manual provides guidance and recommendations for all FSE's provided wastewater
services by the City of Seal Beach to conform to BMPs to control FOG wastes. BMPs are
practices, procedures, and maintenance activities performed by FSE's to reduce the FOG
in the Wastewater discharge. BMPs are described in greater detail in the section of this
manual titled "Kitchen Best Management Practices." FSE's causing or contributing to
wastewater system blockages will be required to conform to BMPs.
The legal authority for requiring conformance to BMPs is contained in City Code §
9.25.030
Record keeping and Reporting Requirement
This manual provides a sample record - keeping report that FSE's shall use to document
cleaning and inspection of grease control devices. Examples of this report are contained
in the Appendix of this manual. FSE's will be required to file such reports. If there are
multiple establishments discharging to an obstructed pipeline it will be assumed that
those establishments not following BMPs, contributed to the sanitary sewer overflow.
The legal authority for requiring FSE's to complete and submit a report is contained in
City Code § 9.25.110.
Compliance Schedule Agreement (CSA)
FSE's may be required to enter into a compliance service agreement . Criteria to require
FSE's to enter into a CSA may include, but are not necessarily limited to, conditions in
the wastewater collection line serving the FSE's; the degree of conformance to BMPs by
the FSE; and the compliance history of the FSE at that location or other locations (has
the establishment caused or contributed to wastewater system blockages). A CSA would
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include, but not be limited to include: BMPs used by the establishment (e.g., procedures
to prevent discharges of waste fat, oils and grease, waste FOG handling, storage, and
disposal procedures); a description of the FSE operation; a description of the location
and size of any Grease Interceptors and Grease Traps present; a description of how the
Grease Interceptor or Grease Trap will be maintained (cleaned), including frequency of
cleaning; and a description of how the FSE will comply with reporting requirements.
The legal authority for requiring FSE's to enter into a CSA is contained in City Code §
9.25.140.
Grease Interceptors
There are Uniform Plumbing Code requirements and Standards and Specifications for
FSE's to install Grease Interceptors and Grease Traps to reduce FOG in the Wastewater
discharges. These requirements are discussed in the section of this manual titled
"Grease Interceptor."
The criteria for requiring the installation of a grease interceptor at an existing FSE include
frequency of noncompliance, the severity of the noncompliance (damages /complaints),
and good faith efforts of the user to follow BMPs to control FOG. Refer to the section
under "Variances and Waivers" and "Permit Requirements" for more details.
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The legal authority to require the installation of a grease interceptor by FSE's is contained
in City Code § 9.25.035.
FOG Wastewater Discharge Permit
Any FSE proposing to discharge wastewater containing FOG into the City's sewer
system is required to obtain a FOG Wastewater Discharge Permit from the City when
applying for or renewing its annual business license. Compliance will be required before
the permit is issued. The City can refuse to issue a certificate of occupancy for any new
construction or occupancy unless a FSE has complied with the ordinance (§ 9.25.060 C).
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Section III: KITCHEN BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Description and Applicability
BMPs are procedures and practices that reduce the discharge of FOG to the building
drain system and to the wastewater system. BMPs can be implemented effectively in
FSE's. Existing establishments shall use BMPs to control FOG in the discharge and to
prevent obstructions to the flow in sewer pipes.
Food Service Establishments (FSE)
The following BMPs are provided to assist FSE's with development of procedures and /or
practices to reduce the amount of FOG in their wastewater discharge. Implementation of
BMPs has the added benefit of reducing FOG and solids accumulation in Grease Traps
and Grease Interceptors, thereby reducing the maintenance needs and costs of these
control devices. These efforts can also minimize the likelihood that an establishment will
cause a Wastewater System blockage that results in a backup into their facility or their
neighbors' homes or businesses, a release to the environment, and /or an enforcement
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action. Implementation of BMPs can also help reduce a FSE's maintenance needs and
costs for building Service Line cleaning.
Because of the variety of establishments that generate FOG, every BMP described in this
manual may not apply to every establishment. It is recommended that FSE operators
identify the FOG sources at their establishment and adopt BMPs to fit the establishment's
needs. Operators are encouraged to contact the City's FOG Control Program
(562.431.2527 ext317), if assistance with BMPs selection is desired.
Employee Training and Awareness
The success of a FSE's BMPs program is largely dependent upon employees. To
promote effective employee implementation:
• Train employees on the BMPs that have been adopted for their establishment. All
FSE's should instruct employees not to pour FOG down the drain and not to use the
sinks to dispose of food scraps.
• Use the Public Education Materials and opportunities described in this manual (See
Table of Contents).
• Post "No Grease" signs above sinks and on the front of dishwashers. Signs should
be written in the language(s) that is commonly spoken by employees.
Garbage Disposals and Drain Screening
Excluding food particles from the Wastewater System can eliminate a large amount of
FOG from a FSE's discharge. To practice this:
• Disconnect or minimize the use of garbage disposals and use "dry" clean -up methods
(described below). Operators can reduce FOG discharge by up to 50 percent by
disconnecting their garbage disposals and scraping food into the trash.
• Retain or install a fine meshed screen (1/8 -inch and 3/16 -inch screen openings are
recommended) in the drain of each kitchen, mop, and hand sink. Clean drain screens
frequently by placing the collected material in the garbage.
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All FSE's are required to remove all food grinders when: (i) major operational
changes take place; or (ii) any construction requiring a building permit for
remodeling of the FSE valued at $500 or more. City Code § 9.25.025.
Dry Clean up
Remove food waste with "dry" methods such as scraping, wiping, or sweeping before
using "wet" methods that use water. Wet methods typically wash the water and waste
materials into the drains where it eventually collects on the interior walls of drainage
pipes. To practice dry clean -up:
• Use rubber scrapers to remove food particles, fats, oils, and grease from cookware,
utensils, chafing dishes, and serving ware. Then place the removed food particles
and FOG in the garbage.
• Use paper towels to wipe down all work areas.
• Use food grade paper to soak up oils and grease under fryer baskets.
Spill Prevention and Clean - up
Preventing spills reduces the amount of waste on food preparation and serving areas that
will require clean up. In addition, a dry workplace is safer for employees in avoiding slips,
trips, and falls. For spill prevention:
• Empty containers, before they are full, to avoid spills.
• Use a cover when transporting spillable materials, particularly liquid wastes
containing fats, oils, and grease.
• Provide employees with proper tools (e.g., ladles, ample containers, etc.) to transport
materials without spilling.
Practice effective spill containment and clean up. Spills of dry ingredients 'should be
swept- up or vacuumed to prevent washing them into sinks or floor drains. For FOG
spills:
• Block off all sinks and floor drains near the spill.
• Cover the spill with absorbent material (e.g., sand, saw dust, kitty litter, salt, paper
towels, etc.).
• Remove spilled material and place it in the garbage.
• Use wet clean -up methods only to remove trace residues.
FSE's that use large amounts of cooking fats (e.g., deep fat fryers) should develop and
post their spill response procedure and maintain spill containment and absorbent
supplies.
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Dishwashing and Equipment Cleaning
Proper dishwashing and cleaning methods can reduce the entry of solids and FOG into
the Wastewater System. These methods include:
• Use disposable paper products, rather than dishware, to minimize or eliminate
dishwashing.
• Pre - washing dishes and cookware with hot water and no soap, prior to use of the
dishwasher or three - compartment sink, can reduce the discharge of FOG discharge
by 25 percent. Pre -wash sinks used for this purpose must be connected to a Grease
Trap.
• Prior to washing deep fat fryers, use a rubber spatula to squeegee down the sides,
while grease and oils are still warm, and then wipe the fryer with paper towels.
Dispose of the paper towels in the garbage.
• Before washing grill and roaster /broiler drip pans, empty their contents into a waste
grease container and then wipe them with paper towels. Dispose of the paper towels
in the garbage.
• Pour all liquid grease and oils from pots and pans into a waste grease container that
is stored at the pot- washing sink, and then scrape out the solidified grease, if present.
• Capture accumulated oils, during the cleaning of stoves and ventilation /exhaust
hoods, and dispose of it in the garbage, after absorbing all free liquid.
Recycling
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Think of oils and grease as a valuable commodity. When using deep fat fryers or any
process that requires or produces large amounts of plant or animal byproducts, collect
the oils and fats. Recycle the oils and fats through one of the area's recycling companies.
This is the preferred method of disposal for FSE's that produce any volume of food
waste. To practice recycling:
• Never dispose of fryer -vat, waste oils and fats down the drain, as this material is
usually clean enough to be recycled.
• Collect and store fryer -vat waste in a rendering tank. Most recycling companies will
provide outside receptacles for storage until pickup. Some companies will offer
services free -of- charge, and others will give a rebate on the materials collected.
Beneficial Use of Food Wastes
Food wastes can be put too beneficial use, rather than simply discarding them. To do
this:
• Contact your local health department to approve the use of food waste.
Grease Traps
For indoor Grease Traps to be effective, the units must be properly sized, constructed,
and installed in a location to provide easy access for cleaning and an adequate retention
time for settling and accumulation of the FOG. If the units are too close to the FOG
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discharge and /or do not have enough volume to allow accumulation of the FOG, the
emulsified oils will pass through the unit without being captured. In addition:
• It is recommended that FSE's inspect indoor Grease Traps every month. These
devices are less effective if the grease occupies greater than 25 percent of the
holding capacity. If the grease occupies greater than 25 percent of the trap's holding
capacity, the FSE should perform a full cleaning of the Grease Trap (removing all
liquids and solids and scraping the walls). A monthly, full cleaning of Grease Traps is
recommended. If less than 75 percent of the trap capacity remains, the trap should
be cleaned more often than once per month.
• Confirm that Grease Traps contain their internal baffles and inlet piping flow
restrictors /air relief during every inspection and cleaning. These components aid in
grease removal by reducing turbulence and increasing holding time within the trap.
• It is required that FSE's maintain a record that documents the cleaning activities for
indoor Grease Traps. Records should include the name of employee who performed
the cleaning, date /time of cleaning, amount of grease removed, and the disposal
locatidn for the grease. An example of a form that could be used to maintain such
records is contained in the Appendix of this manual, titled "Maintenance Report for
Grease Trap ".
Building Drains and Services Maintenance
City Code requires proper maintenance of building drains and sanitary service lines. FOG
and debris accumulation in these plumbing structures can cause or contribute to sanitary
sewer backups and overflows. To reduce these accumulations:
• It is recommended that FSE's have their building drains and service lines
professionally cleaned at least once per year.
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Section IV: Grease Interceptors
Description and Applicability
The installation and maintenance of a grease interceptor is an important measure in
ensuring that a FSE does not contribute to problems with the wastewater collection
system. Grease interceptors differ from grease traps, which are small indoor devices. A
grease interceptor is an outside, underground multi- compartment tank that reduces the
amount of pollution (FOG) in Wastewater, before discharge into the wastewater collection
system. Grease interceptors are two- compartment units that apply a physical separation
process to detain wastewater and allow FOG and water to separate due to differences in
specific gravity. The separated FOG rises to the top, water flows to the wastewater
system from below, and solid materials settle on the bottom. The floating grease layer is
prevented from flowing to the wastewater system by a "Tee" or baffle that is installed on
the effluent chamber of the interceptor. The detention capacity of the unit decreases as
grease and solids accumulate; therefore, regular pumping, cleaning, and maintenance of
grease interceptors are essential to ensure proper operation. For grease interceptors to
be effective, the units must be properly sized, constructed, and installed in a location that
provides easy access for inspection and cleaning. Grease interceptors are pretreatment
facilities that are subject to plan submission and operations requirements of the City
Code § 9.25.035.
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Installation Requirements
General
Individual grease interceptors are required for FSE's, whether or not such facilities are
located in a separate building or structure or occupy space in a building or structure that
is occupied by other businesses. If the volume or nature of food service provided by the
establishment dictates significant food preparation, operation of a garbage grinder, and
automatic dishwasher, a discharge of FOG waste is highly likely and a grease interceptor
is required. There are some exceptions to the requirement for a grease interceptor,
pursuant to the conditions set in the section "Variances and Waivers" below.
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Each new grease interceptor or grease trap that is installed to replace or upgrade existing
grease traps or grease interceptors will be required to meet all criteria stated in the
current uniform plumbing code.
Developers of shopping centers currently are encouraged by the City of Seal Beach to
install two dedicated sanitary service lines, stub outs to direct the kitchen wastes of future
food service facilities into an outside grease interceptor, then return the effluent from the
grease interceptor back into the building sanitary sewer.
For properties with multiple FSE's on a single parcel, each FSE shall be individually and
separately responsible for installation and maintenance of the grease interceptor. A
single grease interceptor can be used to service multiple FSE's only upon approval by
the Director (City Code § 9.25.045).
Variances and Waivers •
Grease interceptors shall be required for all new and existing FSE's during the plan
review /building permit process. A variance or a waiver may be granted when certain
terms and conditions are met (§ 9.25.035). Please also refer to the section heading
"Permits" for details.
Conditions fora Variance (§ 9.25.040 A):
(1) An alternative technology that is equally effective in controlling FOG
discharge and that it is impossible to install a grease interceptor
(2) FSE demonstrates to Director's satisfaction that FOG discharge is
negligible and will have insignificant impact to sewer system; or
Conditions fora Waiver (§ 9.25.040 8):
In the case when conditions for a variance cannot be met, a waiver from grease
interceptor requirements may be granted with the charge of a grease disposal mitigation
fee. This fee would cover the costs for the City of Seal Beach to perform regular sewer
pipe cleanings in areas with potential to cause sewer blockages and overflows.
However, a waiver from installing a grease interceptor would not be granted if either:
(1) An FSE applies for a discretionary permit; or
(2) A major remodeling of an FSE involving $50,000 or more is done and
involves any one or more combination of the following:
(i) Under slab plumbing in the food processing area
A 30% increase in net public seating area
(iii) A 30% increase in kitchen size area
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(iv) Any change in size or type of food preparation equipment.
Installation Specifications
Grease interceptors shall be installed in conformance with the current version of UPC
Appendix H for the installation of grease interceptors. This document includes detailed
specifications for the following:
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• Required and prohibited interceptor connections,
• Design requirements,
• Siting requirements,
• Maintenance requirements; .
• Sizing criteria, and
• Variances.
In addition, this manual recommends that all grease interceptors be installed in such a
manner that they can be accessed and properly maintained 24 hours per day. Manhole
covers are required to be accessible at all times. Therefore, interceptor manhole covers
should not be covered with asphalt, concrete, landscaping, or other materials. If a grease
interceptor is located in a landscaped area, all access manhole frames and covers shall
have a twelve (12) inch wide concrete collar.
Additional Considerations
It is important for a FSE to weigh costs and benefits and consider operational
characteristics when evaluating grease interceptor design and capacity needs. While the
initial capital investment may be less with a smaller- capacity grease interceptor, an
establishment risks paying more in pumping and maintenance fees and possibly fines
should the interceptor prove to be inefficient in meeting FOG requirements. The following
is a list of changes that could initiate an increase in FOG discharges and expose owners
of FSE's to possible violations and sewage spill overflows:
• Menu expansion
• Seating capacity expansion
• Menu changes
• Changes in facility management and the use of BMPs
Therefore, FSE operators are encouraged to consider the following when selecting and
installing a grease interceptor:
• Plan for the worst -case scenario, or at the very least, invest in a grease interceptor
that is slightly larger than the minimum size calculated based on the current version
of the UPC.
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• Consider physical aspects of the building (size, parking spaces, number of seats,
number of meals).
• Consider establishment characteristics (e.g., menu, serving schedule, single
service /full service, etc.).
• In places where flows in the wastewater system are low, users need to exercise
greater care in grease control. Areas of low flow are a normal aspect of wastewater
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systems and are not considered design deficiencies or engineering or infrastructure
problems. •
• Assess future needs for expansion and growth.
• Evaluate effectiveness of establishment grease management practices.
• Plumb the grease interceptor to receive kitchen wastes only. To minimize hydraulic
load, it is recommended that a separate drain be plumbed for hand sinks,
condensate lines, or other non - grease -laden water.
• All grease interceptors must be fully accessible to allow for regular maintenance,
inspection, cleaning, and potential sampling. FSE's can be severely inconvenienced
when grease interceptors are placed in drive - through lanes or other access or
parking areas.
Operation and Maintenance and Requirements
Operation
A grease interceptor is a tank comprised of two compartments separated by a baffle.
Each compartment is accessible through a separate manhole. A "Tee" is positioned on
the inlet to the first compartment to route the flow downward to the bottom of the
compartment thereby reducing turbulence within the unit. There is also a "Tee" on the
outlet from the second compartment that ensures outflow originates from the bottom of
the compartment and that the floating grease layer is retained. A missing, altered, or
damaged outlet "Tee" is an impairment of the ability of the grease interceptor to pretreat
the wastewater and could result in violations of City Code § 9.25.135.
Maintenance
Proper operation and maintenance of grease interceptors includes routine inspection,
cleaning, pumping, and repair as described in this section. These units are less effective
if FOG and solids occupy greater than 25 percent of the interceptor's capacity. It is
recommended that FSE's inspect grease interceptors at least every three months.
During each inspection, it is recommended that users document measurement of the
grease layer, in inches, in both compartments by pushing a garden hoe through the
grease layer or taking a core sample with a "sludge judge." During each inspection of a
Grease Interceptor, it is recommended that FSE's open both manholes and confirm that
the "Tees" on both the inlet and outlet pipes are intact. Inspections should be
documented in accordance with the Recordkeeping activities, described below.
Inspection
The Director may inspect and sample wastewater discharges of any FSE to ascertain
whether conditions of the FOG discharge permit are being met. Reasonable access to all
parts of the FSE shall be made available when inspection and /or sampling of the
wastewater is required (§ 9.25.115 and 9.25.120). The FSE shall make available, for the
purposes of inspection, the following (§ 9.25.25.110 B):
• Access to grease control devices
• Manifests, receipts, and invoices of grease device maintenance
• Documents identifying the waste hauler carrier
• Documents identifying the disposal site locations
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The following table describes how often inspections of the grease interceptor and the
kitchen BMPs are to be performed by the Director or City representatives:
Permit and Inspection Frequency Table
No FOG Discharge FOG Discharge + 'FOG Discharge ±
Grease Device No Grease Device"
Permit Renewal 12 Mon 12 Mon 12 Mon
BMP Inspection None 6 Mon 3 Mon
GI Inspection None 6 Mon 3 Mon
Cleaning
If the FOG and solids occupy greater than 25 percent of an interceptor's capacity, the
FSE is required to perform a full cleaning of the grease interceptor. Cleaning must be
. performed by a licensed waste hauler with an approved license from an
authorizing agency. Both vaults of a grease interceptor shall be left completely empty
upon completion of pumping operation. The grease mat, liquids, sludge, and scrapings
from the interior walls must be removed. Under no circumstances, may the waste hauler
reintroduce the removed water or materials be reintroduced into the City of Seal Beach
sewer system, other than at qualified disposal stations. Flushing an interceptor with hot
water, or the use of chemicals or other agents to dissolve or emulsify grease and allow it
to flow into the wastewater treatment system, is a violation of City Code 9.25.135.
Since the FSE is the generator of the grease waste, is liable for the condition of their
pretreatment devices, and is paying for the cleaning service, the FSE owner or designee
may want to witness all cleaning /maintenance activities to verify that the Grease
Interceptor is being fully cleaned and properly maintained. The following are the pumping
practices required of licensed waste haulers:
Step 1: Skim the entire grease cap and debris from the top of the Grease
Interceptor. The interceptor may need to be agitated slightly to loosen
the grease cap.
Step 2: Place the vacuum tube all the way into the Grease Interceptor to
withdraw remaining solids from the bottom.
Step 3: Vacuum water out of the Grease Interceptor.
Step 4: Clean the sides and bottom of the Grease Interceptor. This may be done
by "back flowing" the water from the pump truck or by using a hot water
source to hose down the interceptor. Make sure the Grease Interceptor
is completely clean.
Step 5: Vacuum the remaining water out of the Grease Interceptor.
Step 6: Check that the sanitary "Tees" on the inlet and outlet sides of the Grease
• Interceptor are not clogged, loose, or missing.
Step 7: Verify that the baffle is secure and in place.
Step 8: Inspect the Grease Interceptor for any cracks or other defects.
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Step 9: Check that lids are securely and properly seated after completion of
pumping.
Step 10: Provide a copy of the liquid waste hauler load ticket (manifest) to the
FSE (waste generator). An example of this form is provided in the
Appendices section of this manual.
Recordkeeping
It is required that FSE's maintain a written record of every time a grease
interceptor is inspected and cleaned and it is a violation of city code when the FSE
fails to maintain and keep up -to -date accurate records of all cleaning,
maintenance, and removal of FOG wastes (§ 9.25.135).
Inspection records should document date of inspection, name of company and person
performing inspection, estimated volume of FOG present, and the signature of the
manager or designee of the FSE. An example of this record is provided in the
Appendices section of this manual.
• Cleaning records should document the date of maintenance, name of company and
person performing maintenance, estimated volume of FOG removed, disposal location,
and establishment manager's, or designee's, signature for verification. A manifest from
the permitted liquid waste hauler is an acceptable record, if it contains all of the above
information.
It is required that Inspection and cleaning records be maintained on the premises
for a period of at least two years and be made readily available to the City of Seal
Beach personnel for review and inspection (§ 9.25.110 B).
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Section V: Public Education
The City of Seal Beach has partnered with the County of Orange and the Orange County
Sanitation District to provide educational materials to FSE's. Brochures and posters have
been prepared in English and Spanish that describe Best Management Practices to
handle FOG wastes. These brochures and posters can be provided to every FSE in the
City's service area to educate people on FOG BMPs and to provide on site visits to newly
licensed establishments.
Websites are also available for more information regarding FOG:
www.ci.seal-beach.ca.us/publicworks
The Seal Beach Department of Public Work's Sewer / Wastewater Division is responsible
for maintaining the City's sewer collection system. Approximately 1.54 million gallons of
sewage is collected each day and is transported by 155,000 feet of pipe ranging in size
from 6" to 24" in diameter, pumped by nine separate sewer lift stations until it reaches the
Orange County Sanitation District system where it is processed for treatment.
www.ocsd.com/services/citv/wdr
The Orange County Sanitation District (OCSD) leads a steering committee that includes
all cities and agencies within its service area to develop policies and procedures to
comply with the Regional Board order.
www.swrcb .ca.qov /rwgcb8 /html /oc sso.html
This is the direct link to the Regional Board Order that discusses waste discharge
requirements and deadlines that sewer agencies and municipalities are required to meet.
www.epa.gov /owm
The United States Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Wastewater Management
(OWM) oversees a range of programs contributing to the well being of the nation's waters
and watersheds. Through its programs and initiatives, OWM promotes compliance with
the requirements of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act.
www.ocwatershed.com
The Watershed & Coastal Resources Division is one of six units in the Public Facilities &
Resources Department. This division is responsible to develop regional management
strategies to preserve, protect, and enhance coastal resources and surface waters
throughout Orange County.
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Section VI: Permits and Enforcement
Description and Applicability
This section provides a description of the permit requirements and enforcement
procedures that apply to FSE's that fail to comply with the requirements in City Ordinance
and any other applicable laws of other agencies.
The EPA, in its general pretreatment regulations (40 CFR Part 403) and the City, in its
FOG Ordinance, prohibit any user, including FSE's, from discharging solid or viscous
pollutants, such as FOG wastes, in amounts which will cause obstructions (blockages) to
the flow in the wastewater system and interfere with the operation of the wastewater
system. The City of Seal Beach is required by the EPA, the State, and City code, to
initiate enforcement actions against users of the wastewater system, who violate this
prohibition.
The City of Seal Beach will initiate enforcement actions for noncompliance, but it is
possible for the EPA or the State to initiate their own enforcement actions if, in their
opinion, the City has not taken adequate enforcement.
Permit Requirements
All FSE's are required to obtain a FOG Wastewater Discharge Permit to discharge
wastewater into the sewer system and pay a fee as set by the permit fee schedule.
Grease interceptors shall be required for all new and existing FSE's during the plan
review /building permit process. A variance or a waiver may be granted when certain
terms and conditions are met (§ 9.25.035). Please refer to Section IV for more details.
• Exemption from FOG Discharge Permit: A limited food preparation establishment is
not considered a Food Service Establishment and is exempt from obtaining a FOG
Discharge Permit. Exempted establishments shall be engaged only in reheating, hot
holding or assembly of ready to eat food products and as a result, there is no wastewater
discharge containing significant amount of FOG. A limited food preparation establishment
does not include any operation that changes the form, flavor, or consistency of food.
• Grease disposal mitigation fee: FSE's that operate without a grease control
interceptor may be required to pay an annual Grease Disposal Mitigation Fee to equitably
cover the costs of increased maintenance and administration of the sewer system as a
result of the FSE's' inability to adequately remove FOG from its wastewater discharge.
This section shall not be interpreted to allow a new FSE, or existing FSE's undergoing
remodeling or change in operations, to operate without an approved grease interceptor
unless the Director has determined that it is impossible to install a grease interceptor.
Blockages and Sewer Spills
• Blockages: Enforcement activities often commence with investigations of blockages
and overflows of the wastewater system. Such investigations may include closed circuit
television inspection of sewer lateral lines and privately owned service lines. These
inspections are used to determine contributing factors causing the blockage or overflow,
such as defective infrastructure, accumulated roots and /or debris, and to seek visual
evidence of FOG waste accumulation between the site of the stoppage or overflow and
upstream FSE's. If significant FOG accumulation is observed in the service Line of an
upstream FSE, that establishment is identified as causing or contributing to the
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downstream stoppage or overflow. Inspection findings for the grease traps and grease
interceptors of upstream FSE's are also used to determine:
• Sewer spills and cleanup costs: Notwithstanding any waiver of grease interceptor,
FSE's determined by the Director to have contributed to a sewer blockage, SSOs or any
sewer system interferences resulting from the discharge of wastewater, may be ordered
by the Director to immediately install and maintain a grease interceptor and any other
requirements.
Violations and Enforcement Responses
The City of Seal Beach has a range of enforcement responses that can be applied for
compliance to the FOG Ordinance. The enforcement remedies are cumulative; in other
words, they may be used individually, sequentially, concurrently, or in any order.
Monetary fines are federally required enforcement responses and are usually one of the
last enforcement actions the City will use when encountering noncompliance.
It is the expectation of the City that efforts to keep FOG from entering into the wastewater
system can be achieved with public education and common interest in preventing health
hazards and damage to homes and businesses.
Violations of the City's FOG Ordinance can include:
• Failure to install an approved grease control device
• Makes any false statement, representation, record, report, plan or
other document that is filed with the City
• Tampers with or knowingly renders inoperable any grease control
device
• Fails to clean, properly operate, maintain or remove FOG from a
grease control device within the required time for such cleaning,
maintenance or grease removal
• Fails to keep up -to -date and accurate records of all cleaning,
maintenance, and FOG removal and upon request to make those
records available to any City Code Enforcement representative, or
his or her designee, any representative of a local sanitation agency
that has jurisdiction over the sanitary sewer system that services the
FSE, or any Authorized Inspector
• Refuses a City Code Enforcement representative, or his or her
designee, a representative of a local sanitary sewer agency that has
jurisdiction over the sanitary sewer system that services the FSE, or
any Authorized Inspector, reasonable access to the FSE for the
purposes of inspecting, monitoring, or reviewing the Grease Control
Device manifests, receipts and invoices of all cleaning, maintenance,
grease removal of /from the Grease Control Device, and /or to inspect
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the Grease Control Device
• Disposes of, or knowingly allows or directs FOG to be disposed of, in
an unlawful manner
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• Fails to remove all food grinders located in the Food Facility by the
date specified by the Ordinance
• Introduces additives into a wastewater system for the purposes of
emulsifying FOG without the written, specific authorization from City
and the sanitary sewer agency that has jurisdiction of the sanitary
sewer system that services the FSE
• Fails to pay the Grease Disposal Mitigation Fee
• Fails to comply with the provisions of the FOG Manual
• Otherwise fails to comply with the provisions of the FOG Ordinance
or any permit issued by the City
Procedures the City may take to enforce the FOG Ordinance can include:
• Notices of violation
• Requirements to enter into a compliance schedule agreement (CSA)
• Suspension or revocation of waste discharge permit
• Costs and charges to reimburse the City to clean and /or repair the sewer
system or sewer facilities
• Suspension or termination of sewer and water service
• Civil penalties and /or criminal penalties
Notices of Violation
Notices of violation may include verbal notice, information production /compliance review
meeting, inspections, field notices of observed violations, and notices of violations.
Regarding notices of violation, an informal conference with the City may be requested
and an appeal is available after an informal conference. The notification of violation is
more fully explained below.
During an inspection of a FSE, if a violation is noted, a written notice of violation may be
served. This document identifies the specific requirements that were violated, the fact
alleged to constitute the violations, and it may include any corrective action(s) proposed
to be required. Within ten (10) days of the receipt date of this notice, a written explanation
of or response to the violation and a plan for the satisfactory correction and prevention
thereof must be submitted. An example of this document is provided in the Appendices.
The corrective actions contained in a Notice of Violation could include the following:
• Implementing specific BMPs to control FOG wastes, including submittal of a CSA;
• Increasing the inspection and /or cleaning frequency of a Grease Trap or Grease
Interceptor;
• Provide adequate maintenance and /or access to the Grease Trap or Grease
Interceptor; and
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• Other items deemed appropriate by the Director or his designee.
Compliance Schedule Agreement
Upon determination by the Director that a FSE or owner of a property is in
noncompliance with its FOG Wastewater Discharge Permit or any other provision, or
needs to construct and /or acquire and install a grease control device or grease
interceptor, the Director may require the permittee, owner or operator to enter into a CSA
(§ 9.25.140). A CSA must include the following information:
• A description of the FSE operation,
• A description of the location and size of any Grease Interceptors and Grease Traps
present,
• A description of the FOG BMPs used by the FSE,
• A description of the procedures to prevent discharges of waste fat, oils and grease,
• A description of waste FOG handling, storage, and disposal procedures,
• A description of how the Grease Interceptor or Grease Trap will be maintained
(cleaned) including frequency of cleaning,
• . A description of how the FSE will comply with quarterly reporting requirements, and
• A certification statement that is signed by the owner or manager of the FSE.
The City will provide the FSE with written notice of its - acceptance of the FOG control
plan. The Director may require modifications to a FOG control plan, if the plan submitted
by a FSE is determined to be inadequate. Failure to implement any element of an
accepted plan is a violation and subject to enforcement.
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Administrative Hearing Procedures
Any FSE, permit applicant, or Permittee adversely affected by a decision made by the
Director may appeal the decision and file a written request for hearing before the City
Manager, if such filing is done within 10 days of the decision and accompanied by an
appeal fee.
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Appendices
This section includes examples of the following documents:
A. Maintenance Report for a Grease Trap
B. Maintenance Report fora Grease Interceptor
C. Proper Pumping Procedure for a Grease Interceptor
D. Grease Control Device and BMP Inspection Form
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MAINTENANCE REPORT FOR GREASE TRAP
PLEASE WRITE CLEARLY & USE A SEPARATE LOG FOR EACH TRAP
BUSINESS NAME
ADDRESS
LOCATION OF GREASE TRAP
(For example: Under 3 compartment sink in food prep area)
- APPROXIMATE.- HOW WAS THE
NAME .. OF PERSON. GALLONS /POUNDS OF WASTE- DISPOSED?
DATE OF CLEANING - GREASE AND /OR (For example:. Recycled;•.
WHO INSPECTED OR
OR INSPECTION - OTHER DEBRIS put in trash and `etc.)' IF.
f CLEANED,TRAP - REMOVED? (2 cups = 1 CLEANED
P pound)IF CLEANED
MAKE ADDITIONAL COPIES IF NECESSARY
CERTIFICATION: 1 certify under penalty of law that the above information is true and accurate
and complete to the best of my knowledge. 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information including the possibility of fine and/or imprisonment for knowing
violations.
Signature of Authorized Representative Title Date
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MAINTENANCE REPORT FOR GREASE INTERCEPTOR
BUSINESS NAME
ADDRESS
LOCATION OF GREASE TRAP
(For example: Under 3 compartment sink in food prep area)
NAME OF PERSON OR
COMPANY WHO GALLONS OF GREASE HOW WAS THEWASTE
DATE' . OF ..CLEANING- INS - PECTED :- OR . AND OTHER DEBRIS_ DISPOSED? (IF
OR INSPECTION - - REMOVED -=. (IF CLEANED) - -;``
CLEANED UNITS _ CLEANED] _ _
MAKE ADDITIONAL COPIES IF NECESSARY
CERTIFICATION: I certify under penalty of law that the above information is true and accurate and complete to the
best of my knowledge. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information including the
possibility of fine and/or imprisonment for knowing violations.
Signature of Authorized Representative Title Date
CERTIFICATION OF INSPECTION: I certify under penalty of law that the above indicated grease trap /interceptor
has been inspected on the above indicated date(s). The grease trap/ interceptor contains solids and grease that occupy
less than 25% of the holding capacity of the trap /interceptor.
Signature of Authorized Representative Title Date
Date of last cleaning Approx. inches of grease and solids occupying trap /interceptor
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PROPER PUMPING PROCEDURE FOR GREASE INTERCEPTOR
A designated representative from your facility should observe and monitor all
grease interceptor pump -outs to ensure proper pumping procedure is followed.
Unless it is absolutely unavoidable, you should use a trustworthy pumper with
whom you have established a business relationship. All four walls of the grease
interceptor should be cleaned thoroughly. Make sure your pumper observes the
following pumping procedure.
Step 1:Skim the entire grease cap and debris from the top of the interceptor. The
interceptor may need to be agitated slightly to loosen the grease cap.
Step 2:Place vacuum tube all the way into the interceptor to suck remaining
solids from the bottom.
Step 3:Vacuum water out of the interceptor.
Step 4:Clean the sides and bottom of the trap. This may be done by "back
flowing" the water from the pump truck or by using a hot water source to
hose down the trap. Make sure the trap is completely clean.
Step 5: Vacuum remaining water out of the trap.
Step 6:Check that the sanitary "T's" on the inlet and outlet sides of the
interceptor are not clogged or loose.
Step 7:Make sure that the baffle is secure and in place.
Step 8:Inspect the interceptor for any cracks or defects.
Step 9:Check that lids are securely and properly seated after completion of
pumping.
The above information was obtained from the Grease Summit Manual presented by
Environmental Biotech, Incorporated.
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GREASE CONTROL DEVICE AND BMP INSPECTION FORM
GENERAL INFORMATION
Inspector
Date of Inspection
Reason for Inspection
Facility Name
Facility Address
Facility Contact Name & Title
Facility Telephone Number & Fax
GREASE TRAP /INTERCEPTOR INFORMATION
Does the facility have (circle one): outside grease interceptor / inside grease trap?
Location of grease trap /interceptor?
Condition of grease trap or interceptor?
Measurement of grease layer in inches
Is a "T" installed on effluent side of unit?
Properly installed baffles / flow restrictor / air gap on grease trap? YES or NO
Are lids to grease trap /interceptor accessible? YES or NO
BMP /INTERVIEW INFORMATION
Are appropriate BMPs being followed? YES or NO
Is a maintenance log on site of inspections /cleanings? YES or NO
If YES, is unit inspected at least every three (3) months? YES or NO
Does establishment keep load tickets of pumping activities? YES or NO
Is a company employee present to observe grease interceptor pumping? YES or NO
Is the grease interceptor left empty upon completion of pumping? YES or NO
Is the trap /interceptor being cleaned based on the 25% Rule? YES or NO
Are fryer vats present? YES or NO
If YES, are waste grease and oils storage containers present? YES or NO
Is a garbage grinder present? YES or NO
If NO, are drain screens used? YES or NO
Is an automatic dishwasher present? YES or NO
COMMENTS
CORRECTIONS & DUE DATE
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Department of
Public Works
FOG CONTROL PROGRAM FEE STUDY
December 2004
SUMMARY
Estimated Fee Impact
Base Fee Additional Est. Est.
FSE Category (Annual) Fee Total Total
(Annual) (Annual) (Monthly)
Food Facilities with no FOG $30 - Waived Waived
FSE's with grease control device $30 $140 $170 $14.16
FSE's without grease control device $30 $560 $590 $49.16
BACKGROUND
In 2002, the State Regional Water Quality Control Board issued an Order (No. 2002-
0014) which included a requirement to implement a Fats, Oils, & Grease (FOG) Control
Program. As this program is an un- funded mandate, this study has been prepared to
estimate the costs to administer this program on a yearly basis. This cost will then be
assessed to the Food Service Establishments (FSE), which generate FOG.
The City has to adopted a FOG Control Ordinance, which defines the affected FSE's as
follows:
"Food Service Establishment ("FSE')": Facilities defined in California Uniform Retail Food
Facility Law (CURFFL) Health & Safety Code § 113785, and any commercial or public entity
within the boundaries of the City, operating in a permanently constructed structure such as a
room, building, or place, or portion thereof maintained, used, or operated for the purpose of
storing, preparing, serving, or manufacturing, packaging, or otherwise handling food for sale to
other entities, or for consumption by the public, its members or employees, and which has any
process or device that uses or produces FOG, or grease vapors, steam, fumes, smoke or odors that
are required to be removed by a Type 1 or Type 11 hood, as defined in CURFFL. A limited food
preparation establishment is not considered a FSE when engaged only in reheating, hot holding
or assembly of ready to eat food products and as a result, there is no wastewater discharge
containing a significant amount of FOG. A limited food preparation establishment does not
include any operation that changes the form, flavor, or consistency offood.
The industry recognizes that properly maintained grease control devices such as grease
traps and grease interceptors provide the best method of controlling the amount of FOG
that reaches the sewer system. In addition, kitchen best management practices (BMP)
can add to the effectiveness of a grease control program. However, all of these activities
must be monitored and enforced by City staff for compliance with the aforementioned
ordinance and Order.
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Attachment B
FOG CONTROL PROGRAM FEE
It is proposed to assess a fee to all FSE's, as afore - defined, in order to recover costs
associated with the State mandated FOG Control Program. The City has identified
approximately 102 food facilities, 70 of which are considered FSE's which will require
various level of effort by the City. It is proposed to assess a "base" fee to all of these
FSE's. 32 food facilities have been identified as a non -FOG producer and therefore are
not regulated by the City's FOG ordinance. 24 FSE's have been identified as FOG
producers with adequate grease control devices and 46 FSE's have been identified as
not having or having inadequate grease control devices. As such, they will have to rely
on kitchen BMP's to control the amount of FOG they produce. Since kitchen BMP's are
generally not as effective as a grease control device, an elevated effort by the City will be
required to monitor and maintain sewers for those 46 FSE's. Therefore an additional
mitigation fee will be assessed to those particular FSE's to cover increased inspection
and sewer cleaning costs.
Application /inspection fee for Food Facilities not qualifying as an FSE
This fee is proposed to be waived by the City
32 food facilities x $30* /facility = $960
Annual Cost per FSE $960/32 = $30
Monthly Cost per FSE $30/12 = $2.50
Permit issuance fee for all FOG Generating FSE's
This fee will be assessed to all 70 FSE's to cover the cost of City staff to issue permits,
and inventory the FSE's in accordance with the FOG ordinance.
70 food facilities x $30* /facility = $2,100
Annual Cost per FSE $2,100/70 = $30
Monthly Cost per FSE $30/12 = $2.50
* Contract Environmental Health Inspector
Fees for FOG Generating FSE's with FOG Control Devices
(Based on a biannual grease device inspections, and bi- annual BMP inspections)
This fee will be assessed on 24 current FSE's with sufficient FOG control device in
addition to the "Permit" fee. This will cover the cost to perform the biannual grease
device inspections and bi- annual BMP inspections.
Bi- annual grease device inspection fee $20 /lid
2 /year x 24 x 2Iids x $20 = $1,920
Bi- annual BMP inspections $30* /inspection
2 x $30 x 24 = $1,440
$3,360
Additional Annual Cost per FSE $3,360/24 = $140
Additional Monthly Cost per FSE $140/12 = $11.66
Contract Environmental Health Inspector
Fees and Mitigation Fees for FOG Generating FSE's with no FOG Control Devices
(Based on monthly and quarterly extra sewer cleaning, and quarterly BMP inspections)
This fee will be assessed on 46 current FSE's with no or insufficient FOG control devices
in addition to the "Base" fee. This will cover the cost to perform the additional monthly
and quarterly extra sewer cleanings, and quarterly inspection of the restaurant BMP's.
(80% of the monthly cleaning is associated with restaurant FOG and 26% of the quarterly
cleaning is associated with restaurant FOG)
Additional monthly sewer cleaning $15,360 ** x 80% = $12,288
Additional quarterly sewer cleaning $30,720 ** x 26% = $ 7,987
$20,275
reference $20,275/46 = $440
Quarterly BMP inspections 4 x $30 x 46 = $ 5,520
$25,795
Additional Annual Cost per FSE $25,795/46 = $560
Additional Monthly Cost per FSE $560/12 = $46.66
* *Contract prices approved by City Council on April 26, 2003
Estimated Fee Impact
Base Fee Additional Est. Est.
FSE Category (Annual) Fee Total Total
(Annual) (Annual) (Monthly)
Food Facilities with no FOG $30 - Waived Waived
FSE's with grease control device $30 $140 $170 $14.16
FSE's without grease control device $30 $560 $590 $49.16
Staff and administrative time and costs to implement, monitor, maintain and report the
program have not been evaluated as a part of this study. At this time, it is assumed that
Staff and the budget will absorb this workload.
Proposed Fees, Section 5, item F, sub -item 4 of the Fee Resolution
Section 5 — Public Works Fees, Item F, sub -item 4
Fats, Oils & Grease (FOG) Wastewater Discharge Permits
Permit issuance fee $ 30.00 each
Grease control device lid inspection fee $ 20.00 each
Best Management Practices (BMP) program inspection fee $ 30.00 each visit
(2 /year for FSE's with grease control devices)
(4 /year for FSE's without grease control devices)
Grease Disposal Mitigation/Waiver Fee (each) $440.00 annually
(Sewer cleaning fee)
Non - compliance BMP inspection return fee $ 30.00 each visit
Non - compliance sewer cleaning fee $160.00 per hour
Non - compliance sewer video inspection fee $250.00 per hour
Any cost increases to the City, additional services, and materials provided by the City, not
listed above such as spill response or additional sewer main line cleaning due to
accumulation of FOG will be billed directly to the responsible party for actual costs
incurred on a time and material basis. Any delinquencies, penalties, appeals, hearings,
suspensions, revocations, violations, and enforcements are established by the FOG
Ordinance. FSE's requesting a permit within a calendar year shall have the fees pro-
rated on a month end basis.
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To: Owners and Managers of Restaurants
Public works and Other Food Service Establishments
Subject: Notice of Meeting — Proposed fees for Fats, Oil, and Grease
. Ordinance for Food Service Establishments
The City of Seal Beach owns and maintains the public sewer system serving your
business.. Under new laws, the City is required to institute a comprehensive grease
control program. Grease that enters the sewer system from kitchen sinks and drains,
eventually hardens and coats the inside of sewer pipes. Over time, the grease
accumulates and can restrict the flow of waste -water in the pipe. This results in sewer
spills that can damage your business or cause raw sewage to spill into our streets and
waterways and can be a significant cause of ocean water pollution.
A new Fats Oils, and Grease Ordinance was approved by City Council on September
13; 2004. As part of the Ordinance and program, the City has developed a Control
Manual, which discusses the record - keeping and reporting requirements, best
management practices and compliance materials. In addition, the City Council at its
December 13, 2004 meeting will be asked to consider fees for Food Service
Establishments to reimburse City costs for permitting, BMP and grease control device
inspections, and additional sewer line cleaning. City Council will also be considering to
partially subsidize /waive the fees.
The proposed fees are as follows:
Permit issuance fee $ 30.00 each
Grease control device lid inspection fee $ 20.00 each
Best Management Practices (BMP) program inspection fee $ 30.00 each visit
(2 /year for FSE's with grease control devices)
(4 /year for FSE's without grease control devices)
Grease Disposal Mitigation/Waiver Fee (each) $440.00 annually
(Sewer cleaning fee for FSE's without grease control devices)
Non - compliance BMP inspection return fee $ 30.00 each visit
Non - compliance sewer cleaning fee $160.00 per hour
Non - compliance sewer video inspection fee $250.00 per hour
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Attachment D
The Department of Public Works will hold a meeting for all Food Service Establishments
to discuss new fees to regulate the FOG Program. The meeting has been scheduled for
Thursday, December 9, 2004 at 10:00 am in the City Council Chambers.
The City looks forward to working with you on these new programs to help protect your
facility and our waterways. If you have any questions, please contact the City of Seal
Beach Department of Public Works at (562) 431- 2527 ext. 317.
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Attachment D