The Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District announces its sponsorship of another free green waste event for the residents of the City of Portola, running from Oct. 14 to Oct. 24. This initiative aims to provide a valuable service to the community, allowing residents to dispose of green waste in response to City Ordinance 359. To participate, residents must present a utility bill and photo identification to confirm their residency within the city limits. This is the last green waste event of the year.
City residents are requested to separate pine needles from branches and woody waste when bringing their green waste to Intermountain Disposal’s Delleker Transfer Station at 73980 Industrial Way. Hours are Saturday – Tuesday 9 a.m. – noon and 12:30 – 4 p.m. Those interested may contact Intermountain Disposal directly for additional information at (530) 832-4879.
The Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District, which was formed in 1986 through the merger of the air pollution control districts of Nevada, Plumas, and Sierra counties, operates in accordance with state law to achieve and maintain federal and state ambient air quality standards. These standards are designed to ensure air quality levels that safeguard public health. For more information, contact the Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District at (530) 832-0102 or mikkib@myairdistrict.com.
Information submitted by Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District
