YARD WASTE

Waste Management provides collection service of residential yard waste. Yard waste is grass clippings, tree trimmings, leaves, shrubbery and branches.

Question When do I set out my yard waste?
Answer Yard Waste is collected on the normally scheduled pick-up day for trash and recycles. A separate truck will collect the yard waste.
Question What kind of container do I put my yard waste in?
Answer

Residents provide their own containers. It is recommended that cans are no larger than 30 gallons or 40 pounds. Yard waste will not be accepted in plastic bags, however residents can use the biodegradable yard bags purchased at local hardware stores.

Waste Management provides decals to be placed on yard waste containers. Call Waste Management at (760) 929-9400 for decals.
Question Do you accept sod?
Answer No, sod has dirt attached which is unable to pass through the mulchers. Sod can be placed in trash receptacles as long as the can weighs less than 40 pounds.
Question How should I bundle the branches?
Answer Bundle branches in 4-foot lengths with an 18-20 inch diameter. Put the bundles next to the recyclable containers.

Yard Waste