The City of Visalia is proud of its commitment to conservation. In order to ensure that our surroundings remain healthy, vibrant, and sustainable, many policies and programs are in place that are carried out by staff throughout the City.
In 2007, the Natural Resource Conservation Division was created to bring greater guidance and a more proactive approach to the City's resource protection efforts. The division's primary focus includes issues related to the following; Water Conservation, Ground Water Recharge/Water Quality, Air Quality, Recycling, Energy Conservation and Sustainability issues for the City. The Division believes that conservation efforts go beyond just complying with regulations.
It means responsibly managing our resources and organizational operations in a way that helps protect our air, water, land and natural resources now and for future generations. It means partnering with other organizations and agencies to promote conservation education and to find solutions related to issues within our
community.
Click a link below to learn about Visalia's annual conservation programs.
GREEN NEWS
Residential, Multi-Family & Commercial Recycling
More and more, recycling has become a focus in the everyday lives of ordinary people who want to preserve and protect the natural environment and resources. Many of our household and commercial items, including metals, plastics, glass and papers products, can be recycled here in Visalia. For a complete list of recyclable materials please click on either
Residential,
Multi- Family or
Commerical Recycling.
Food Waste Composting
The City collects food waste along with green waste items from residents and businesses for composting. Through the composting process, food scraps are transformed into a compost product that can be used in gardens and landscapes to provide many benefits to the soil. As a result, a material that was once taken
to the landfill, or washed down in a garbage disposal; now adds value to Visalia's soil. Remember to COMPOST your food waste! To learn more about food waste composting in Visalia click the brochure link below or call (559) 713-4500.
Food Composting Brochure
