A few weeks ago we participated in a forum about developing a city-wide compost system.  We spoke about a facility which people could bring organic waste and we talked specifically about reducing food waste in our landfill.  This led to a question I’ve had about the clear bags for lawn waste.  Buffalo residents may not realize that Erie county does not currently have a compost facility to manage the lawn waste you’ve been putting into those clear bags.  It’s true.  I spoke with Mr. Goldstein about our guerilla tactics of snatching your lawn clippings and he said, “Keep doing it.”  They are very close to learning whether or not their grant for developing a compost facility will be awarded.  Unfortunately, in the meantime, your yard waste is going to the landfill with your regular garbage.  You can keep leaves on your lawn as a natural mulch to protect your lawn or you can compost them or you can bring them to OUR compost pile!