Body As we wrap up 2024, we’re reflecting on another year of making a positive impact on our communities. OCWR’s Ambassadors attended a variety of events across Orange County, connecting with local residents and sharing valuable resources on recycling, waste diversion, and environmental stewardship. This year, we’re proud to announce a...

Body Effective immediately, residents can sign up to receive text message updates related to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Orange County, California. To opt-in for this service, text OCCOVID19 to 888777. The County of Orange Emergency Operations Center has collaborated with Everbridge Nixle to launch this one-way alert system as an additional...

Body We're excited to announce that free compost and mulch are now available in Brea at the Valencia Greenery, located at the Olinda Alpha Landfill! This is a great opportunity for our community to enhance their gardens. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your visit: How...

Body At OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR), we are proud to support initiatives that promote environmental sustainability within our community. Bella Coveyou, a dedicated Girl Scout from San Juan Capistrano, has taken on an inspiring mission to spread the word about the free compost and mulch. Through her Gold Award project...

Body As we usher in the New Year, many of us are setting resolutions to live healthier and more organized lives. Whether it’s eating cleaner, or managing chronic health conditions, the start of a new year is the perfect time for change. Sharp Resolutions If you’re managing diabetes, weight loss, or...

Body Link to Official Notice Link to Letter of Acceptance from LEA

Body Link to Official Notice Link to Letter of Acceptance from LEA

Body At first glance, a landfill might not seem like a place where wildlife wanders, but at Prima Deshecha in San Juan Capistrano, nature is thriving within the ecological buffer zone. OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is doing more than managing waste. OCWR Biologists are working towards restoring the open space...

Body The Los Mares Trail in San Juan Capistrano, Prima Deshecha Landfill trail area, and the Forster Ranch Ridgeline Trail in San Clemente will be closed for maintenance starting Tuesday, June 10 , for approximately 10 days . This temporary closure is to allow crews to perform asphalt maintenance . The...

Body Whether you're cleaning out the garage, hauling construction debris, or making your routine trip to OC Waste & Recycling Landfills, one step you should never skip is securing your load. Load safety isn’t just a good habit — it’s the law. Why It Matters Unsecured loads create hazards on California...