Receive report on state law requiring food waste recycling compliance
In Plain English
State law requires cities to drastically reduce food waste going to landfills by 2025. The city must set up food waste collection programs and ensure grocery stores donate excess food to food banks. If the city fails to comply, the state can impose fines of up to $10,000 per day.
Auto-generated summary. Source: official agenda documents.
Votes
Approve consent calendar
7 to 0
Community Discussion
This discussion was submitted to the City Clerk as part of the public record.
Comments are submitted to the Richmond City Clerk before the meeting. By commenting, you agree to have your name and comment included in the public record.
Similar Discussions
5 related items found by meaning
Amend city waste law to comply with state requirements on food scraps
Amend city law to comply with state requirements for reducing food waste
Require restaurants and city facilities to use compostable plates and cups
Accept $327,500 state grant for food waste prevention program
Amend solid waste law to allow biweekly food waste collection
The Story So Far
10 prior discussions on this topic
Receive quarterly update on Green-Blue New Deal project status
Provide letter supporting Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment clean energy project
Release application for $715,000 in community grants from Chevron settlement
Receive annual report on $35 million climate grant progress
Purchase plant materials from Blue Angel International for citywide landscaping
Approve 3-year contract with Blue Angel International for bulk landscaping materials
Appoint Kathleen Tarr to Urban Forest Advisory Committee
Adopt updated 2025 California Fire Code with local safety amendments
Update city fire safety laws to match new 2025 state standards
Add historic landmark designation to John Haley Studio at 771 Ocean Avenue