Residents will dispose of all organic waste in their green waste cart, which was formerly only used for yard waste, instead of the garbage cart. Organic waste refers to food waste (including vegetable and fruit scraps, eggshells, meat, dairy, bones, and rotting food), food-soiled paper, (including pizza boxes, coffee filters, and paper napkins) and yard trimmings. Residents who do not currently have a green yard waste cart should call Republic Service at 916-638-9000 or 916-725-9060 to order a green waste cart at no additional charge.