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Ojai launches free compost and mulch pilot to meet state organic‑waste rules

Ojai City Council · November 19, 2025
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The City of Ojai and private partners launched a pilot program giving residents free bagged and bulk compost and mulch, funded by a CalRecycle grant to help the city meet SB 1383 organic‑waste diversion requirements. Orders open Nov. 19 via a coupon system.

Ojai City officials and private partners on Tuesday unveiled a pilot program that will provide free bagged compost, bulk compost and mulch to residents and local businesses as part of a statewide push to reduce organic waste.

"Tonight, we're excited to officially introduce the free mulch and compost program," Jackie Rojas, an administrative analyst in public works, told the city council. She said the program is funded through a CalRecycle grant so the materials are provided at no net cost to the city.

The city will distribute coupons that…

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