How do I request a free food scraps collection pail?

El Cerrito residents can request their free food scraps pail to be delivered to their home by calling 510-215-4350 or emailing green@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us or asking staff in the Recycling Center business office, located at 7501 Schmidt Lane, during normal office hours.

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1. How do I request a free food scraps collection pail?
2. Won't putting food scraps in my green waste bin attract raccoons and other pests?
3. What if my neighbor's green waste bin smells or attracts pests?
4. What about ants and other bugs?
5. Am I required to participate?
6. Should I compost everything I can?