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My physical labor-intensive duties—turning compost piles by hand, sieving out unwanted materials, and managing volumes of organic matter—became overwhelming. Unfortunately, an increase in non-biodegradable materials, particularly plastics, emerged from community contributions. Such materials, while often not intentionally added, became a significant hindrance, as the time spent sieving through compost became increasingly frustrating.

Addressing Community Dynamics and Future Directions

I recognized that communication gaps hindered better management of the compost system. My bias against signage and formal notices left a void that could have possibly mitigated some of the missteps from contributors, but as the volume of unsuitable materials continued to rise, so did my frustration.