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|  | Biosolids Program Biosolids are nutrient rich organic and highly treated solid materials produced by the wastewater treatment process. This high-quality product can be recycled as a soil amendment on farm land or further processed as a earth-like product for commercial and home gardens to improve and maintain fertile soil and stimulate plant growth.
The Orange County Sanitation District’s biosolids policy is to strive to recycle its biosolids using sustainable options while protecting public health and the environment.
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|  | 12/1/2011How do we coordinate with and train our biosolids contractors? How do we monitor their performance and compliance with regulations? What does OCSD require of all its biosolids contractors? Take a glimpse into the world of biosolids management!
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|  | 11/17/2011Yes, but initially for a very small portion as a demonstration / evaluation project.
In November, OCSD's Board of Directors adopted an updated Five-Year Strategic Plan. Included in this year's review of the Strategic Plan was a discussion on adding operational flexibility to use landfills as a biosolids management option during our current solids peak when there are clear advantages to do so (e.g., cost, environment, societal).
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