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Santa Clara Offers Free Compost to Residents
2026-08-13
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Summer is the perfect time to give your garden a boost with nutrient-rich compost. The City of Santa Clara will host a free compost giveaway for residents.
Date and time: Saturday, Aug. 29, from 7:30 to 11 a.m.
Location: City of Santa Clara Corporation Yard
Address: 1700 Walsh Ave., Santa Clara
How to Participate:
- Bring a current utility bill or photo ID to verify residency.
- Bring sturdy containers, such as 5-gallon buckets or hard plastic totes.
- Limit: 40 gallons per household. Compost is available while supplies last.
Traffic Notice:
Please enter Walsh Avenue from Lafayette Street to reach the Corporation Yard. Both eastbound lanes of Walsh Avenue will be closed from Scott Boulevard.
For more information, contact Environmental Programs at 408-615-3080 or [environment@santaclaraca.gov](mailto:environment@santaclaraca.gov).