Marine Business

The information and resources found in this section will assist marine business in implementing practices to support their clean marine business efforts.

Educational Workshops

Marinas and yacht clubs are invited to two free workshops in 2024 that present oil spill response information.
 
LEARN ABOUT

  • California’s Oil Spill Response Structure
  • California’s Marinas and Yacht Clubs Spill Response Communication Packet
  • Spill Case Studies: Lessons Learned and Best Practices
  • Oil Spill Response Resources for Boating Facilities


REGISTRATION

Thursday, March 28th (9:45 am to 12:30 pm)
Attend in-Person: John F. Kennedy Library in Vallejo (505 Santa Clara St, Vallejo, CA 94590) Free parking on the street
You Must Register at Vivian.Matuk@coastal.ca.gov
You Must Register at Vivian.Matuk@coastal.ca.gov
Attend Virtually: Click here to register

Friday, April 12th (9:45 am to 12:45 pm)
Attend in-Person: Coronado Yacht Club (631 Strand Way, Coronado, CA 92118) Free parking available at the facility
You Must Register at Vivian.Matuk@coastal.ca.gov
Attend Virtually: Click here to register

Thursday, June 20th (9:45 am to 12:45 pm)
Attend Virtually: Click here to register

See Workshops Flier

Oil Spills

The resources below will assist you to manage your facility as a “clean marina.” There are many marinas in California. Each is unique in terms of its design, operation, the types of boaters that it serves, and the pollution problems that it may experience. Since California Marinas are so diverse, there can be no “one size fits all” approach to operating a clean marina. The links below will assist you with options to consider implementing in order to improve your marine business operations.

 

Environmental Regulatory Contact Information

This section provides contact information for the local, state and federal agencies that regulate environmental practices at marinas, and a description of the programs they implement. In many instances, regulatory requirements differ from one local jurisdiction to the next.

The regulations pertaining to hazardous waste management are perhaps the most complex of all regulatory programs that may apply to California marinas. In California, local governments are charged with the authority for implementing hazardous waste regulations. In most instances, these local agencies are “Certified Unified Program Agencies” or CUPAs. Most CUPA regulations follow the guidance set forth by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) for hazardous waste management. We suggest that you contact your local CUPA first to find out about hazardous waste management requirements. In addition, DTSC has many resources to help small businesses understand hazardous waste generator compliance. For more laws and regulations, visit http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/LawsRegsPolicies/.

1001 I Street
P.O. Box 2815
Sacramento, CA 95812
1-800-242-4450,
www.arb.ca.gov

The Air Resources Board (ARB) is California's primary air pollution control authority. The ARB has regulatory authority over emissions from mobile sources of air pollution which include outboard engines, personal water craft (PWCs), stern drive engines and portable fuel containers. Responsibility for issuing permits for other air pollution sources rests with local and regional Air Quality Management Districts. Marina operations that are typically regulated by the Air Districts include: Fuel dispensing, boat painting, parts and other cleaning using solvents, back-up power generators above 50 horsepower and hull surfaces sandblasting. To access local air district websites or locate an email address, please visit http://www.arb.ca.gov/capcoa/dismap.htm

45 Fremont Street, Suite 2000
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 904-5200, (800) COAST4U
www.coastal.ca.gov

The Commission permits new marina development or redevelopment of marinas in the coastal zone. Implements boater and marine business education program in partnership with the California Division of Boating and Waterways “Boating Clean and Green.”

One Capitol Mall, Suite 410
Sacramento, CA 95814
(888) 326-2822
www.dbw.parks.ca.gov

The Division plans, designs, and finances state boating facilities and coordinates with local governments to develop local boating facilities. The Division provides funding for environmental improvement and abandoned vessels removal at marinas and boat launch ramps. Implements educational programs on boating safety and environmentally sound boating practices. Implements boater and marine business education program, “Boating Clean and Green,” in partnership with the California Coastal Commission.

1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 445-0411
www.dfg.ca.gov

The Office of Spill Prevention and Response implemeFnts programs to certify small craft fueling facilities for spill prevention and oversees programs requiring marine fueling facilities to prepare spill contingency plans. The Department conducts enforcement regarding pollution discharges considered deleterious to fish, plants, and birds.

1001 I Street, P.O. Box 4015
Sacramento, CA 95812-4015
(916) 445-4300
www.cdpr.ca.gov

The Department regulates pesticide, fungicide, and insecticide sales and use.

1001 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814-2828
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 806
Sacramento, CA 95812-0806
(800) 72-TOXIC
www.dtsc.ca.gov

DTSC implements hazardous waste and toxic substances regulatory programs at the state level. It also provides EPA Generator ID Numbers

1001 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814-2828
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 4025
Sacramento, CA 95812-4025
(916) 341-6000
www.ciwmb.ca.gov

The CIWMB implements programs to reduce waste in California in partnership with local government, industry, and the public. Its programs focus on hazardous wastes, used oil, and solid waste. The CIWMB provides grants to local government that have been used to fund oil-related services for boaters at marinas throughout California.

100 Howe Ave., Suite 100 South
Sacramento, CA 95825-8202
(916) 574-1900
www.slc.ca.gov

The State Lands Commission is charged with stewardship of the natural and cultural resources on state lands. Many marinas are lessees of state lands and must comply with specific lease provisions related to clean marina operations.

http://www.calepa.ca.gov/CUPA/
cupa@calepa.ca.gov
(916) 327-9559

CUPAs implement local hazardous waste and materials management programs, above and underground storage tank programs, and business hazardous materials emergency response programs.

The Boards implement storm water and pollution discharge permits for marinas and conduct enforcement of water quality laws. Regional Boards also have the authority to require installation and maintenance of sewage pumpouts and to establish regional standards for adequate numbers of pumpouts.

Region 1 - North Coast Region

5550 Skylane Blvd., Suite A
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 576-2220
www.waterboards.ca.gov/northcoast/

Region 2 - San Francisco Bay Region

1515 Clay St. Suite 1400
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 622-2300
www.waterboards.ca.gov/sanfranciscobay/

Region 3 - Central Coast Region

895 Aerovista Place
Suite 101
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 549-3147
www.waterboards.ca.gov/centralcoast/

Region 4 - L.A. Region

320 W. 4th Street, Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 576-6600
www.waterboards.ca.gov/losangeles/

Region 5 - Central Valley Region

www.waterboards.ca.gov/centralvalley/


Sacramento Main Office 11020 Sun Center Drive #200
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670-6114
(916) 464-3291
Fresno Branch Office
1685 "E" Street
Fresno, CA 93706-2020
(559) 445-5116
Redding Branch Office
415 Knollcrest Drive, Suite 100
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4845

Region 6 - Lahontan Region

www.waterboards.ca.gov/lahontan/
2501 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
So. Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 542-5400
14440 Civic Drive Suite 200
Victorville, CA 92392
(760) 241-6583

Region 7 - Colorado River Basin Region

73-720 Fred Waring Drive, Suite 100
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-7491
www.waterboards.ca.gov/coloradoriver/

Region 8 - Santa Ana Region

3737 Main St., Suite 500
Riverside, CA 92501
(909) 782-4130
www.waterboards.ca.gov/santaana/

Region 9 - San Diego Region

9174 Sky Park Court, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92123-4340
(858) 467-2952
www.waterboards.ca.gov/sandiego/

1001 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 341-5250
www.swrcb.ca.gov


The Board regulates discharges of pollutants to state waterways in order to protect water quality and the beneficial uses of the waters of the state. The Board, in partnership with the California Coastal Commission, implement’s the state non-point source pollution control program, which includes environmental management measures for marinas and boating. The Board also implements regulations pertaining to vessel fueling facilities design, construction and operation.

District 11
Building 14, Coast Guard Island
Alameda California 94501
(415) 399-3547
www.uscg.mil/d11

Marina and boating-related responsibilities of the Coast Guard include providing oil and chemical spill response, enforcing MARPOL, educating boaters about boating safety, and certifying marine sanitation devices and other boat equipment.

Ariel Rios Building
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 272-0167
www.epa.gov

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requires that coastal states implement regulatory programs to control non-point source pollution, including pollution from marinas and boating. Under this program, the EPA has issued guidance regarding the implementation of best management practices at marinas.