GALT, CA (MPG) - On Monday, June 2, the Cal-Waste team will conduct a visual inspection of residential waste carts throughout the City of Galt. 

This survey is part of the city’s efforts to meet state requirements under Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383), which aims to reduce organic waste and combat climate change.

As part of the inspection, Cal-Waste staff will briefly flip open cart lids and check for proper sorting of materials in the trash, recycling and organics containers. Based on the contents of each cart, one of the following tags will be left behind: A green “GOOD JOB!” tag if the contents are sorted correctly and a yellow “Oops...” tag if contamination is found (items placed in the wrong cart).

These tags are educational only and are not citations or fines. The purpose is to help residents improve their waste-sorting habits and support the city’s progress in reducing landfill waste.

Under Senate Bill 1383, all California cities must conduct annual contamination monitoring to ensure waste is being properly sorted. Recycling your organic material helps to reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions and contributes to a healthier environment.

The City of Galt thanks residents for doing their part to make Galt a cleaner, greener community.

For more information about Senate Bill 1383 and waste sorting guidelines, visit cityofgalt.org or contact the Galt Public Works Department at [email protected].