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Board adopts Isla Vista mandatory-waste ordinance to curb litter and consolidate accounts
Summary
Supervisors approved revisions to County Code Chapter 17 requiring property-owner accounts, increased minimum service by bedroom, mandatory recycling carts, and a phase-out of 32‑gallon detachable cans; the changes include a waiver through July 1, 2028 to allow site adjustments.
Santa Barbara — The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted amendments to County Code Chapter 17 on Feb. 24 to address chronic litter and under-subscription of trash service in Isla Vista.
Public Works staff said Isla Vista’s population density and high tenant turnover have led to numerous small 32‑gallon cans with detachable lids that are easily lost or scattered by wind and animals. Carlisle Johnston and colleagues proposed consolidating service into larger carts or dumpsters, requiring property owners or managers (not…
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