Additionally, SB 1383 established targets to achieve a 50% reduction in statewide disposal of organic waste from the 2014 level by 2020 and a 75% reduction by 2025. One way you can help limit organic waste generation is by being mindful of what you buy. Only purchase what you need, and keep a running list of meals and ingredients your household enjoys. This will help you easily plan meals with little waste. Before going shopping, take stock of what’s already in your refrigerator, freezer, and pantry to avoid unnecessary purchases. Properly store fruits and vegetables for maximum freshness, so they last longer and taste better. The City continues to negotiate with Republic Services on a new Citywide Organics Recycling Program to meet the requirements of SB 1383. The City and Republic Services will provide further information to residents once the City Council has approved a program. Currently, there are no changes to the existing curbside carts and sorting procedures for Placentia single-family residents. For guidance on properly sorting materials, refer to our three-container collection system guide on the City’s website: www.placentia.org/971/Residential. Former Hamer Island residents are the exception, since their organics recycling program started in July 2023. Organics recycling services are available to businesses now. To enroll, please contact the City’s exclusive hauler, Republic Services, at (714) 238-3300. To learn more about SB 1383, visit the City’s website at www.placentia.org/sb1383. For SB 1383 or waste-related support, please contact (714) 993-8123 or email recycling@placentia.org. Organic waste includes food waste such as vegetables, fruits, cooked meat scraps, dairy, bread, pasta, rice, grains, eggshells, coffee grounds, tea bags, plate scraps, food-soiled paper (i.e., used pizza boxes), and yard waste such as tree trimmings, grass clippings and leaves, and nonhazardous wood waste. When organic waste is disposed of in landfills, it produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas that impacts climate change. Methane not only contributes to global warming but also increases smog levels, which can exacerbate health issues like asthma. Currently, organic waste makes up almost half of the waste Californians send to landfills. Diverting organic waste will help extend the life of landfills, reducing the need for new landfills. UPDATE ON SB 1383 ORGANICS (CONTINUED)
COMPOST GIVEAWAY
On February 7, 2026, the City and Republic Services will host the Annual Compost Giveaway at Tri-City Park (2301 N. Kraemer Blvd.). This event is exclusively for Placentia residents; an ID or utility bill is required. There is a 60- gallon limit per household. Bring a bucket; no bags allowed. The event may be subject to changes or postponement based on weather conditions. For more information, please call the City at (714) 993-8148 or visit www.placentia.org.
HOLIDAY TREE RECYCLING
Every year, more than 40,000 tons of Christmas trees require handling at the end of the season in California. You can help divert waste from the landfill by following these simple steps: 1.Remove the tree stand (wood or metal), decorations, and tinsel from your tree. 2.Cut up your tree and place it in your brown yard waste container (no tree stands please). The pieces should fit easily in your container. 3.Place the brown yard waste container at the curb along with the other containers on your regular collection day. If you are unable to put your tree in your brown yard waste container, place the tree at the curb next to your containers on your regular collection day between December 26, 2025, and January 10, 2026. Trees are collected in a special truck. Trees larger than six feet must be cut into four-foot lengths. Flocked trees cannot be recycled; please call (714) 238-3300 to schedule a pickup. Please visit Republic’s website at www.republicservices.com/municipality/placentia-ca for updates, in case there are any changes. The City of Placentia, along with every city in the state of California, is required by State law to implement and enforce participation with both recycling and organic waste recycling programs. California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) requires reductions of organic waste in landfills as part of a greater plan to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants. UPDATE ON SB 1383 ORGANICS
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