MOU for Pesticide Enforcement Funds
Primary Objective of MOU between CACASA and LACAC
Establishment of Processes and Procedures
The primary objective of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between CACASA
and LACAC is to establish processes and procedures for the disbursement of residual mill
assessment funds to enhance local pesticide enforcement programs.
Key Entities in Enforcing Pesticide Regulations in California
Entities Involved
The key entities involved in enforcing pesticide regulations in California are the California
Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) and County Agricultural Commissioners
(CACs).
Role of CACASA in Relation to CACs and Sealers
Official Representative Body
CACASA is the official representative body on behalf of the CACs and sealers as per
California Food and Agricultural Code (FAC) section 2003.
Sources of Funding for Local Pesticide Field Enforcement Activities
Four Sources of Funding
The four sources of funding for local pesticide field enforcement activities are pesticide
mill assessment, locally generated fees and penalties, county general fund, and
unclaimed gas tax.
Contribution of Mill Assessment Fee to Pesticide Enforcement Activities
Levying and Distribution of Fee
The mill assessment fee is levied on the sale of pesticides sold for use in California, and
DPR collects and distributes it to counties as partial reimbursement for their pesticide
enforcement program costs.
Local Enforcement of Pesticide Laws and Regulations
Enforcement at Local Level
, Local use enforcement is carried out at the local level through the County Agricultural
Commissioners (CACs).
Role of DPR in Pesticide Regulation
Regulatory Mandate
DPR, mandated by California and federal law, regulates pesticide sales and use, fostering
reduced-risk pest management, and oversees extensive scientific product evaluation and
registration.
Purpose of MOU between CACASA and LACAC
Establishment of Processes for Fund Disbursement
The MOU establishes processes for holding in trust, invoicing, and distributing residual
mill assessment funds to support county initiatives enhancing local pesticide
enforcement programs.
Distribution of Mill Assessment Funds Among Counties
Reimbursement by DPR
DPR reimburses counties, collected from mill assessment revenue, to cover the cost
incurred in enforcing specific chapters of the California Food and Agricultural Code.
Significance of Title 3 California Code of Regulations (CCR) Sections 6391 through 6396
Criteria for Fund Allocation
These sections specify criteria for allocating mill assessment funds to counties, as
required by FAC section 12844.
Responsibility for Developing Regulations Specifying Criteria for Fund Allocation
Joint Responsibility
The Director of DPR and County Agricultural Commissioners (CACs) jointly develop these
regulations.
Purpose of Title 3 CCR Section 6396
Mechanism for Disbursement of Residual Funds
It provides a mechanism for disbursement of mill funds remaining after the application
of CCR section 6395, the minimum reimbursement (CAC baseline amount).
Allocation of Residual Mill Funds According to CCR Section 6396
Primary Objective of MOU between CACASA and LACAC
Establishment of Processes and Procedures
The primary objective of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between CACASA
and LACAC is to establish processes and procedures for the disbursement of residual mill
assessment funds to enhance local pesticide enforcement programs.
Key Entities in Enforcing Pesticide Regulations in California
Entities Involved
The key entities involved in enforcing pesticide regulations in California are the California
Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) and County Agricultural Commissioners
(CACs).
Role of CACASA in Relation to CACs and Sealers
Official Representative Body
CACASA is the official representative body on behalf of the CACs and sealers as per
California Food and Agricultural Code (FAC) section 2003.
Sources of Funding for Local Pesticide Field Enforcement Activities
Four Sources of Funding
The four sources of funding for local pesticide field enforcement activities are pesticide
mill assessment, locally generated fees and penalties, county general fund, and
unclaimed gas tax.
Contribution of Mill Assessment Fee to Pesticide Enforcement Activities
Levying and Distribution of Fee
The mill assessment fee is levied on the sale of pesticides sold for use in California, and
DPR collects and distributes it to counties as partial reimbursement for their pesticide
enforcement program costs.
Local Enforcement of Pesticide Laws and Regulations
Enforcement at Local Level
, Local use enforcement is carried out at the local level through the County Agricultural
Commissioners (CACs).
Role of DPR in Pesticide Regulation
Regulatory Mandate
DPR, mandated by California and federal law, regulates pesticide sales and use, fostering
reduced-risk pest management, and oversees extensive scientific product evaluation and
registration.
Purpose of MOU between CACASA and LACAC
Establishment of Processes for Fund Disbursement
The MOU establishes processes for holding in trust, invoicing, and distributing residual
mill assessment funds to support county initiatives enhancing local pesticide
enforcement programs.
Distribution of Mill Assessment Funds Among Counties
Reimbursement by DPR
DPR reimburses counties, collected from mill assessment revenue, to cover the cost
incurred in enforcing specific chapters of the California Food and Agricultural Code.
Significance of Title 3 California Code of Regulations (CCR) Sections 6391 through 6396
Criteria for Fund Allocation
These sections specify criteria for allocating mill assessment funds to counties, as
required by FAC section 12844.
Responsibility for Developing Regulations Specifying Criteria for Fund Allocation
Joint Responsibility
The Director of DPR and County Agricultural Commissioners (CACs) jointly develop these
regulations.
Purpose of Title 3 CCR Section 6396
Mechanism for Disbursement of Residual Funds
It provides a mechanism for disbursement of mill funds remaining after the application
of CCR section 6395, the minimum reimbursement (CAC baseline amount).
Allocation of Residual Mill Funds According to CCR Section 6396
