The Regional District of Central Okanagan will survey area residents to see where they stand on curbside food waste collection programs.
Depending on the feedback received in this phase, the regional district will then plot out next steps.
“Over 40 per cent of waste going into residential curbside garbage is compostable and most of that is food waste,” Travis Kendel, RDCO acting director of engineering services, said. “This initial survey aims to gain a wide range of perspectives from people of all ages and interests on food waste collection.”
Residents who receive a survey in the mail are encouraged to complete it in full and return it via postage-paid envelope, or complete the survey via a QR code online, no later than Nov. 13. This survey will provide a comprehensive understanding of residents’ opinions and preferences regarding food waste collection. The results of the survey will be compiled by an independent firm and presented to the regional district this winter.
While the Central Okanagan has yet to get a food waste removal program, it’s well underway in the North Okanagan.‘s organics program started. Once the organic materials are collected they are taken to a compost facility to be made into chemical-free fertilizer by Spa Hills Farm, a locally operated company.5 children, 1 adult injured in school bus crash on highway north of CalgaryRead
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