Under state and local law, businesses, nonprofits, and institutions in Alameda County must subscribe to a compost/organics and recycling collection service, sort right, and comply with several other requirements. StopWaste and Pleasanton Garbage Services (PGS) offer many resources to help businesses learn more about regulations concerning composting and offer assistance to help you comply. Pleasanton Businesses are encouraged to request the following free resources from StopWaste and Pleasanton Garbage Services:

StopWaste Free Composting & Recycling Resources

StopWaste is a public agency serving the 1.7 million diverse residents of Alameda County. Formed in 1976, they work on behalf of 17 member agencies comprised of the County, 14 cities, and two sanitary districts; all committed to advancing environmental sustainability and building healthy, equitable, climate resilient communities in Alameda County. Here are just a few of the resources StopWaste has to offer.

• Compost Bins

  Indoor green compost bins are available to businesses at no cost. StopWaste offers up to $500 for indoor green bins to collect food scraps, food-soiled paper, and plant material. Green compost bins may be requested by visiting: www.stopwaste.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7b850d56d27c3c2ea70a34a23&id=088b08d057&e=efcca3d8db.

• Indoor Bin Stickers

  Stickers to label indoor bins are available. Businesses may order two stickers for each bin so you can label both sides of the recycle, landfill, and compost bins. Stickers may be ordered at: www.stopwaste.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7b850d56d27c3c2ea70a34a23&id=74f63a8961&e=efcca3d8db.

• Infographic Wall Signs

  StopWaste has designed pre-made wall signs for displaying above indoor bins which are available to order. Signs are designed to help staff and customers sort correctly. Wall signs may be downloaded at: www.stopwaste.co/signmaker#premade.

• StopWaste Free Compliance Assistance

  StopWaste provides free assistance, including personalized consultations, staff training sessions, help setting up indoor bins, and more. Additional information about waste and recycling compliance is available at: www.stopwaste.org/rules/get-support.

Pleasanton Garbage Services Free Resources

Pleasanton Garbage Services (PGS) also offers the following free technical assistance and resources to help you set up and maintain a convenient and effective Food/Green Waste recycling program. Resource information may be found at: www.pleasantongarbageservice.com/commercial-services/recycling/.

• Pleasanton Recycling Service How-To-Guide

  A How-To-Guide is available for download at: www.pleasantongarbageservice.com/commercial-services/recycling. This guide offers information on how to sort through non-recyclable takeout items and how to properly sort your food scraps and other compostable materials. In addition, instructions are also provided for proper disposal of hazardous and toxic wastes.

• Free Waste Assessment

  PGS offers a free Waste Assessment to determine your organization’s garbage and recycling service needs. The assessment includes a free set-up and ongoing support.

• Posters and Decals

  Materials are also available to assist with your recycling program. Food waste/organics recycling posters, and container decals are also available for download by visiting: www.pleasantongarbageservice.com/commercial-services/food-waste-organics.

Additional Information

Additional information on these programs is available.  Please refer to the contact below for details.

Contact Information

ZeeLaura Page
City of Pleasanton
Post Office Box 520, Pleasanton, California  94566
(925) 931-5012phone     (925) 931-5482 fax
zpage@cityofpleasantonca.gov e-mail     www.cityofpleasantonca.gov WWW

Hacienda Owners Association
4305 Hacienda Drive, Suite 330, Pleasanton, California  94588-2738
(925) 734-6500 phone     (925) 734-6501 fax
info@hacienda.org e-mail     www.hacienda.org WWW