LAKEPORT, Calif. — California’s Senate Bill 1383 is changing the way communities manage food waste and support those in need.

The city of Lakeport reported on its efforts to meet SB 1383’s requirements.

City officials called SB 1383 “innovative legislation” that “is making a real difference in our community by reducing edible food waste and ensuring surplus food is redirected to individuals and families who need it most.”

In 2024, the three supermarkets in the city of Lakeport donated 187,534 pounds of food to the Clear Lake Gleaners Organization in Finley.

This donated food is then distributed by the Gleaners to individuals and families in need across Lake County, marking a significant win for both the community and the environment, city officials reported.

SB 1383 is legislation designed to reduce organic waste disposal by 75% and recover 20% of surplus edible food to feed those in need.

The law emphasizes collaboration between governments, businesses and residents to combat climate change, address food insecurity and create a sustainable future.

By participating in SB 1383, the city said it is reducing food waste and hunger, creating a sustainable food system and keeping organic waste out of the landfill.

The Clear Lake Gleaners will host their next USDA Food Distribution from 8 to 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 16.

Locations are:

Clearlake: The Crossroads Church, 6039 Crawford Ave.
Cobb: Cobb Mountain Lions, Little Red School House
Finley: Clear Lake Gleaners, 1896 Big Valley Road.
Middletown: Middletown Lions Club, 15399 Central Park Road.
Nice: 2817 Highway 20 (Cross street is Lakeview Drive)
Spring Valley: Community Center, 2975/3005 Wolf Creek Road.