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CITY NEWS
UPDATE ON SB 1383 ORGANICS
California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) requires every city
in California to implement and enforce participation in
recycling and organic waste recycling programs. SB 1383
requires reductions of organic waste in landfills as part of
a greater plan to reduce emissions of short-lived climate
pollutants. 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, 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.
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
fridge, 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 a
program has been approved by the City Council. Currently,
there is no change to the current 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.
Please note that 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 www.placentia.org/sb1383. For SB 1383 or
waste-related support, please contact (714) 993-8123 or
recycling@placentia.org.
05 OC WASTE AND RECYCLING
FREE COMPOST PROGRAM
Compost and mulch are free and available for pick-up from
Valencia Greenery at Olinda Alpha Landfill in Brea, Bee
Canyon Greenery at Frank R. Bowerman Landfill in Irvine,
and Capistrano Greenery at Prima Deshecha Landfill in
San Juan Capistrano. Please note that the greeneries are
self-service sites that require you to bring your own tools
and containers to load your material (shovels, buckets,
bags, etc.). To schedule a pickup appointment or for more
information, visit www.oclandfills.com/compost.
"PUMP UP" PLACENTIA
"Pump Up" Placentia! The City has a partnership with
Galaxy Oil Company to operate the Placentia Gas Station,
also known as "Best 4 Less 76" gasoline station at 480
S. Placentia Avenue (northeast corner of Placentia and
Crowther Avenue). Through this partnership with Galaxy
Oil, a portion of the revenue generated by the gas station
goes directly back to the City for critical services, including
Police, Fire, and Public Works projects. This will greatly
assist the City with infrastructure maintenance, such as
roads and facility improvements. The City encourages its
residents and visitors to fuel their vehicles at the 76 Gasoline
Station and "Pump Up" by putting money directly back into
your local services. For additional information about this
partnership or questions regarding the 76 Gasoline Station,
call (714) 993-8264.
City of Placentia • FALL 2025