Composting - Composting is the solution for grass cuttings, weeds, and leaves that yards produce during the growing season. Compost Workshops are offered by volunteers with the Columbia Public Works Volunteer Program. Spring workshops are scheduled during the months of April, May, and June. Compost workshops in the Fall months are scheduled for September and October. FREE or reduced priced compost bins are offered to participants while supplies last.
Volunteers help reduce our community's hazardous waste.
On Household Hazardous Waste Collection days, volunteers greet citizens, answer questions, inspect and sort materials being delivered. Volunteers are needed to help monitor these sites. Mulch site volunteers greet people, direct traffic, and distribute information on City waste reduction programs during free mulch days. They help monitor the two mulch sites for litter. Volunteers may work flexible two hour shifts.