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AB 1276 – Single-Use Foodware Accessories and Standard Condiments

By Jun 01, 2022 in Uncategorized - Recycle
AB 1276 builds on California’s existing efforts to combat waste from single-use items. Providing food and beverage accessories only upon request to customers will significantly reduce unnecessary waste and save businesses and local governments money. Read more...

Lions, Bears, and Bobcats, Oh My!

By May 20, 2022 in Uncategorized - ReSource Center
Santa Barbara County’s Baron Ranch is filled with all kinds of wildlife, and human hikers too! We have special cameras to help monitor wildlife here. In this article we share some of our favorite photos. Read more...

Mulch Program Updates!

By Mar 14, 2022 in Uncategorized - Organics
Attention all gardeners, landscapers, or just about anyone who loves free mulch! Santa Barbara County will no longer be producing our screened mulch product, but our regular mulch will still be available and is a great product for your garden. All mulching operations, like deliveries and the load-your-own pile, will continue to be available and will not be affected. Read more...

County’s ReSource Center Is Helping Many Residents Recycle their Organics

By Jan 20, 2022 in Uncategorized - Organics
What’s the story with our yard waste and food scraps? Per new state laws, businesses and residents are required to participate in an organic waste recovery program beginning in January 2022. Fortunately, the County’s long-standing organics recycling programs and new ReSource Center will ensure that our community achieves compliance with the new requirements. Read more...

The 2021 Alisal Fire Briefly Closed ReSource Center due to Minor Damage

By Oct 20, 2021 in Uncategorized - ReSource Center
Updates as of December 21, 2021: Thanks to staff efforts, the ReSource Center and landfill were able to reopen only two weeks after the start of the fire, Refugio Road received minor damage from the storms, and storm runoff flowed smoothly to the ocean. Read more...

Baron Ranch Closure

By Aug 31, 2021 in Uncategorized - Reduce & Reuse
In order to prevent the spread of wildfires, the Baron Ranch/Arroyo Quemado Trail is currently closed, and will remain closed until September 17, 2021. This is consistent with the state-wide closure of all California National Forests. Read more...

Olympic Medals Made from E-Waste!

By Aug 11, 2021 in Uncategorized - Electronics
Did you notice anything special about the Olympics this year? We did! The Olympic medals were made out of e-waste! Click here to learn more about electronics recycling and what happens to our devices when we no longer want them. Read more...

Recycling Your Used Motor Oil and Filters Is Easy and Free!

By Apr 16, 2021 in Uncategorized - Hazardous Waste Recycling/Disposal
Did you know that motor oil is totally recyclable? Motor oil collects heavy metals and other contaminants as it cycles through our engines. The recycling process cleans the oil and makes it good as new! Take your used oil in for recycling at one of many recycling locations throughout the County. Click here to learn more. Read more...

February 18th is National Battery Day!

By Feb 14, 2021 in Uncategorized - Hazardous Waste Recycling/Disposal, Electronics
How are you celebrating National Battery Day on February 18? Battery recycling not only helps sustain the planet but also helps ensure a closed circular loop. Keep batteries out of the landfill and help create new products by recycling them! Read more...

Free Electronics Recycling in Santa Barbara County!

By Feb 02, 2021 in Uncategorized - Electronics
Recycle your e-waste for free, year-round, in Santa Barbara County. Many locations throughout the County will accept your e-waste. Click here to find an e-waste collector near you, as well as some helpful recycling tips. Read more...
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