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Capitola advances mandatory organic waste procurement ordinance in first reading
Capitola City Council · November 14, 2025
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Summary
On Nov. 13 the council held first reading of a municipal code amendment to codify a procurement policy aimed at meeting California SB 1383 organic waste diversion targets by prioritizing mulch and compost purchases for city projects and public spaces.
The Capitola City Council on Nov. 13 advanced a municipal code amendment on first reading designed to codify the city’s procurement approach for meeting California’s organic waste diversion requirements under SB 1383.
Environmental staff explained the statewide law requires jurisdictions to reduce organic waste to…
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