Ventura County implements mandatory recycling and organic waste diversion in unincorporated areas under California SB 1383 and AB 341. All residents and businesses must separate organic waste from trash, and commercial generators must participate in recycling programs.
Under California SB 1383, all Ventura County residents in unincorporated areas must separate organic waste including food scraps, yard waste, and food-soiled paper from their regular trash for composting collection. AB 341 requires businesses generating 4 or more cubic yards of waste per week to arrange for recycling services. The county's contracted waste hauler E.J. Harrison & Sons provides three-bin collection (trash, recycling, organics) in most unincorporated areas. Edible food generators such as grocery stores and restaurants must also participate in food recovery programs under SB 1383. The county's integrated waste management program aims to achieve a 75% diversion rate. Residents are expected to sort recyclables including paper, cardboard, glass, metal, and designated plastics into the recycling container.
SB 1383 violations after education and outreach: $50-$100 per violation for residential, $250-$500 for commercial. Contaminated recycling loads may be rejected and charged at trash rates. Businesses failing to arrange recycling under AB 341: $100-$500 per violation. Edible food generators not participating in food recovery: $500-$1,000 per violation. The county prioritizes education over penalties during early implementation phases.
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