You may receive letters or notifications from StopWaste, Alameda County cities, waste service providers, or environmental health departments. These letters notify you of the rules or warn you of a potential fine.
What to Do
Follow the instructions provided on your letter to avoid a future citation and fine. Letters typically reference one or more of these requirements:
- Get Service — Subscribe to compost and recycling collection (learn more)
- Set Up Indoor Bins — Place color-coded, labeled bins for compost, recycling, and garbage (learn more)
- Sort Materials Correctly — Put materials in the right bins and educate staff and tenants (learn more)
- Donate Surplus Food — Certain food-generating businesses must recover and donate edible surplus food (learn more)
Who Sends These Letters?
You may receive correspondence from any of these partners:
- StopWaste (Alameda County Waste Management Authority)
- Your city government
- Your waste service provider (garbage hauler)
- Alameda County Department of Environmental Health
Take Action Early
Responding promptly to any letter prevents escalation to formal enforcement. If you're unsure what steps to take, contact us for free assistance.
Contact: rules@stopwaste.org | (510) 891-6575