Letters to the Editor

Editor,

If you are like me, change is tough. We already separate recycle items. Who wants to separate food scraps, and dirty napkins? Well, not me. However, I was recently made aware why we need to do this. It’s the law as of Jan. 1, 2023. Cities throughout California are adopting these programs—they have to.

So, what do we do with all the food scraps before we take it out to the bin outside? I made a canister for my mother. She had an ugly old pot sitting on her kitchen counter for it. I thought it looked awful. So, I came up with a nice alternative.

I found a tin canister at the craft store, then added the word “Compost” to the front in nice lettering. On the back I put “Newport Waste” in small lettering at the bottom (she lives in Newport Beach).

A 2.6 gallon liner fits the canister well. Biodegradable liners need to be clear or translucent green. A small paper bag will also work.

So, to use this cute canister, just put the liner inside it, fill it as you go and then toss it in the outside container when convenient or full.

Any container, like an old pot, can be used for this composting task. But why not make it a nice part of your kitchen and a new, fun way of doing things? I’m off to the craft store to find a canister for myself. Ann Allard Mutual 7 Editors Note: For more information about composting, see page 8 of the Jan. 5 issue or visit AthensServices.com/Food.