Can I put my food scraps in plastic bags and put that in the organic container?
The use of plastic bags is highly discouraged as it creates a challenge to ensure food waste...
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What happens to the food waste that is collected by a waste hauler?
Food waste collected by a hauler is transported to a permitted organic waste processing facility that creates...
Are there training or educational outreach materials available to train others on what materials are collected in the organic waste container?
Yes, education and outreach materials about what can be collected in your waste containers is available from...
What organic waste materials are acceptable and prohibited by my waste hauler?
Organic waste collection services may vary slightly depending on the area you are in and what is...
Why am I required to separate organic waste from the rest of my trash?
When organic waste is buried in a landfill and decomposes, it releases methane, a greenhouse gas that...
Can I be penalized if I dispose my organic waste in the wrong container?
Violations involving container contamination are generally not subject to fines, but you will receive a notice on how to properly sort your...
How should I store food waste and how do I prevent it from smelling bad?
Options to store food waste and reduce odors are placing food scraps in lidded containers (such as...
If I am not a Large Food Generator, can I still donate my excess edible food?
Yes, the County encourages food waste reduction and edible food donation whenever possible.
Why are Large Food Generators required to have a written agreement with Food Recovery Organizations?
The Agreement is intended to assist large food generators and food recovery organizations participate in continuous donation...
As a Large Food Generator, how can I determine how much edible food to donate?
The county is contacting businesses to assess and determine the amount of food that will need to...