How Kitsap County uses compost
Kitsap County uses compost in a variety of projects and complies with the compost purchasing requirements of RCW 43.19A. In 2023, we passed
Ordinance 618 to address the purchasing of compost for the following county projects:
Landscaping projects.
Construction and post-construction soil amendments.
Applications to prevent erosion, filter stormwater runoff, promote vegetation growth, or improve the stability and longevity of roadways.
Low-impact development and green infrastructure to filter pollutants or keep water on-site; or both.
Annual compost purchasing data
2024: Kitsap County bought 58.67 tons of compost for $1,970 from a local compost facility.
Benefits of compost
There are many benefits to using locally-made compost, including:
It adds nutrients to soil that plants need.
It improves soil structure, which can prevent erosion and water runoff.
It can trap pollution in place, keeping it out of local waterways.
It stores carbon, which helps climate change.
It's produced by local businesses, which supports the local economy.
