Businesses will be phased into the program based on the amount of
organic waste generated by each individual business.
Date
|
Threshold to arrange for organic waste recycling services
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April 1, 2016
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Businesses that generate 8 cubic yards of organic waste per week
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January 1, 2017
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Businesses that generate 4 cubic yards of organic waste per week
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January 1, 2019
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Businesses that generate 4 cubic yards of commercial solid waste per week
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Summer/Fall 2021
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Businesses that generate 2 cubic yards of commercial solid waste per week
|
Why organics in Roseville?
In order to comply with
state law (AB-1826), the city will implement a phased approach program
to source separate organic waste material. AB-1826 has benefits towards
achieving local and statewide diversion goals. Organic recycling will
help the state reach its statewide diversion goal of 75 percent. Based
on a statewide study, about 30 percent of total disposal is
compostable/digestible. The new law presents opportunities for the City
of Roseville, including the development of a waste-to-energy plant to
generate renewable energy resources for utility operations, thereby
reducing carbon emissions and impacts to the environment.
What are the recycling thresholds and implementation dates?
April 1, 2016: Businesses that generate 8 or more cubic yards of organic waste per week.
January 1, 2017: Businesses that generate 4 or more cubic yards of organic waste per week.
January 1, 2019: Businesses that generate 4 or more cubic yards of commercial solid waste per week.
Summer/Fall 2021: Businesses that generate 2 or more cubic yards of commercial solid waste per week.
How will businesses comply with the new law?
Roseville has instituted a new program specifically for organics recycling beginning April 1, 2016.
Why is there a cost for this service?
The
new law is an unfunded mandate. As a result, local jurisdictions across
the state will be required to develop and fund a program based on cost
of service.
How can I reduce the costs for solid waste?
Roseville’s
solid waste utility will work directly with business customers to
develop a refuse-collection strategy that balances the need to comply
with state law while also keeping cost of service as low as possible.
Will the cost be tied to the thresholds?
Yes, customers will only be charged for the service as they are phased into the program.
What items are considered organic waste?
Some examples of items that must be placed in a separate organics collection container include:
• Fruits and vegetables
• Meat, poultry, and seafood
• Coffee grinds/filters and teabags
• Grains (rice, pasta, and bread)
• Bakery items
• Dairy
Is yard waste part of the service?
Yard
waste must be recycled under the new organics collection rules.
Typically, commercial customers use an outside landscape contractor that
includes disposal service. In the event you don’t have this service
provided, please contact us.
How do I obtain containers to source separate organics?
The
city will be contacting customers as they are phased into the program.
Based on the levels of service needed and space constraints, the size
and service will be determined at that time. The Solid Waste collection
containers will be provided by the City, however, any special kitchen
sorting or in store containers will need to be obtained by the business.
Where will the organic waste be processed?
Currently,
the City is partnering with Western Placer Waste Management Authority
to compost the organics material collected. The result of this process
provides nutrient rich soil that can be utilized by farmers to improve
crop yields. The City will continue to evaluate recovery options that
that are environmentally friendly and provide the best value.
Will there be a central collection for strip malls?
The
City will be contacting strip mall management as each is phased into
the program. Based on levels of service needed and space constraints,
the container location will be determined at that time.
Will Environmental Utilities offer training before the program is implemented?
Yes, those interested in understanding how the program works specific to your business can contact us to learn more.
Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383), the most significant waste reduction mandate adopted in California in the last 30 years, will require changes at the local business level. Certain businesses are subject to the new regulations, which comes with specific requirements under the new mandate. One component of the bill requires the state to increase edible food recovery by 20 percent by 2025.
Resources
State law requires restaurants to source-separate trash generated from customers. Watch to learn the proper back-of-the-house process of separating and emptying.
En español
Everyone must separate food waste, recyclable materials, and items destined for the landfill after dining at a fast-food or casual restaurant in California. When restaurants upgrade their waste disposal options in the dining area, please use the appropriate bins, dispose of your waste properly, and recycle as instructed.
En español
| Bin capacity |
Number of bins |
1x/week |
2x/week |
3x/week |
4x/week |
5x/week |
| 65 Gallon |
1 |
$ 48.30 |
$ 96.60 |
$ 144.90 |
$ 193.20 |
$ 241.50 |
| 65 Gallon |
2 |
$ 72.68 |
$ 145.36 |
$ 218.04 |
$ 290.72 |
$ 363.40 |
| 65 Gallon |
3 |
$ 97.06 |
$ 194.12 |
$ 291.18 |
$ 388.24 |
$ 485.30 |
| 65 Gallon |
4 |
$ 121.44 |
$ 242.88 |
$ 364.32 |
$ 485.76 |
$ 607.20 |
| 65 Gallon |
5 |
$ 145.82 |
$ 291.64 |
$ 437.46 |
$ 583.28 |
$ 729.10 |
| 65 Gallon |
6 |
$ 170.20 |
$ 340.40 |
$ 510.60 |
$ 680.80 |
$ 851.00 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 2 Cubic Yards |
1 |
$ 114.73 |
$ 229.46 |
$ 344.19 |
$ 458.92 |
$ 573.65 |
| Shared Compactor
Users Tier 2 |
$115.47 |
If you need more information about this program, please contact us at
EUOrganics@roseville.ca.us or call (916) 774 5780.