The Department of Resources Recovery and Recycling (CalRecycle) will hold a virtual public hearing to receive comments on the draft regulatory text of the proposed regulations. The hearing will begin at 10:00 AM on October 21, 2021, and will conclude at 3:00 PM, or after all testimony is given. CalRecycle requests that persons making oral comments also submit a written copy of their testimony at the hearing. The public hearing is being held as part of the formal rulemaking process and is preceded by a 45-day public comment period to receive written comments. More information about the proposed regulations can be found on the Structure for Pursuing Multiple Covered Electronic Waste Recycling Payment Rates webpage at: https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/laws/rulemaking/paymentrates.

This virtual hearing will be accessible through two formats: an interactive webinar and public webcast. The webcast can be accessed by visiting the following web address: https://video.calepa.ca.gov/#/

Those wishing to make oral comments must first register for the webinar, after which they will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar hearing. The registration page can be accessed by visiting the following web address: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4536742622872142864

Stakeholders who wish to make comments orally during the webinar hearing may raise their hand using the webinar functions and make oral comments when called upon. If persons experience technical difficulties during the pre-registration process or during the hearing, persons shall email written comments to ewaste@calrecycle.ca.gov

Virtual Hearing Details:

• Any person may present statements or arguments, orally or in writing, with respect to the proposed action.
• To make oral comments via webinar, you must register first.
• After registration, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
• The webinar will allow for verbal and written questions during the hearing.
• Send questions, concerns and written comments during the hearing to: ewaste@calrecycle.ca.gov.
• Pre- and post-hearing contact information – Matt Sheehan at 916-341-6344 or ewaste@calrecycle.ca.gov.
• The close of the written comment period is October 25, 2021.