Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Antelope
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Every other week on trash collection day
Yard Waste
Weekly on trash collection day
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash and recycling services in Antelope are billed through Sacramento County Consolidated Utilities Billing & Service (CUBS) along with water and sewer fees.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (EFT), Phone, Mail, E-Check
Pro Tip / Discount
Monthly rate assistance credits are available for eligible low-income households enrolled in SMUD's EAPR or PG&E's CARE programs.
Dark Grey or Black Bin (Trash)
All non-hazardous, non-recyclable solid waste must fit inside the cart with the lid closed. Place carts out by 6:00 a.m. on collection day, spaced at least three feet apart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
- ✓Styrofoam and packing peanuts
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics (utensils, film wrap)
- ✓Chip bags and candy wrappers
- ✓Semi-solid cooking grease (in a sealed container)
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Items must be rinsed out, completely dry, and tossed loosely into the blue cart. Never bag your recyclables.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (all colors)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Plastics #1-#7 (empty and dry bottles, tubs, and jugs)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film wrap
- ✕Food-soiled materials (pizza boxes)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronic waste or batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Place organic materials directly into the green cart. If you prefer to bag your food waste, you must use a paper bag or a BPI-certified (ASTM D6400) compostable bag. Standard plastic bags are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Tree trimmings and pruning (under 4 inches thick)
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, bread, veggies)
- ✓Food-soiled paper (napkins, greasy pizza boxes)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
One (1) free bulky waste pickup appointment per rolling 12-month period.
Placement
Place items one foot from the curb on a flat surface by 6:00 a.m. on your appointment day, but no earlier than 24 hours prior. Keep items at least 6 feet away from obstacles like cars or mailboxes.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Large appliances (doors removed or taped securely)
- ✓ E-waste like TVs and monitors (must declare when scheduling)
- ✓ Clean lumber and tree trimmings (max 4 inches wide, 5 feet long)
- ✓ Up to 4 passenger tires (rims OK)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (paint, oil, chemicals)
- ✕ Concrete, dirt, rocks, and bricks
- ✕ Treated wood waste (fence posts, railroad ties)
- ✕ Glass panes or mirrors
The first 5-cubic-yard pickup each year is included in your standard service rates. Additional pickups or excessive volumes will incur extra fees.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If Christmas or New Year's Day falls on a weekday, your pickup will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
The one-day delay applies to all carts: garbage, recycling, and organics.
Unlike many municipalities, Sacramento County maintains regular curbside collection on most other holidays, including Thanksgiving, Labor Day, and Independence Day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryThe county typically offers curbside holiday tree recycling following Christmas. Trees must be stripped of all ornaments, tinsel, and stands. Flocked trees cannot be composted and must be cut up and placed in the garbage cart.
Spring
March - OctoberSacramento County typically offers a free self-serve compost program during these months. Residents can visit Kiefer Landfill with their own shovels and containers to collect nutrient-rich compost for their spring gardening.
Autumn
September - NovemberDuring heavy fall leaf drop, remember that leaves must be placed inside your green organics cart. Placing loose piles of yard trimmings on the street or in the gutter is not permitted.
Local Tips & Community Info
Navigating Sacramento County Waste Management
Welcome to Antelope! Since this is an unincorporated community, your curbside refuse collection is governed directly by the Sacramento County Department of Waste Management and Recycling. Getting your household set up with the right waste bins is quick and straightforward. Simply reach out to the county's customer care team to establish your new residential profile. They will dispatch the standard trio of carts to your driveway and confirm your weekly neighborhood route schedule so you always know when the trucks are arriving.
Mastering the Three-Barrel System
The core of Antelope's residential waste strategy revolves around three distinct receptacles. The grey barrel is designated strictly for non-recyclable landfill garbage. The blue bin handles your dry recyclables, such as cardboard boxes, aluminum cans, and rigid plastics. It is incredibly important not to bag your recyclables; keep them loose so they can be easily sorted at the processing facility. Contaminating the blue bin with greasy pizza boxes or plastic films can ruin an entire batch of viable, clean materials.
Food Scraps and Organic Compliance
California's aggressive push to reduce landfill methane means Antelope residents must take organics recycling seriously. Your green waste cart is no longer just for pruning branches and raking leaves. State law mandates that all kitchen food scraps—including meat bones, coffee grounds, and dairy products—go straight into this green bin. To keep foul odors at bay, consider wrapping your food remnants in a newspaper or keeping them in a kitchen pail in the freezer until the night before pickup.
Crucial Curbside Placement Rules
Timing and spatial awareness are critical for a successful weekly pickup. The county utilizes specialized trucks equipped with mechanical automated arms. Because of this, residents must position their carts on the street no later than 6:00 a.m. on collection day. Space the grey, blue, and green barrels at least three feet apart from one another. Furthermore, ensure they are kept well clear of parked cars, basketball hoops, or mailboxes, with the lid hinges facing your property.
Booking Your Annual Bulky Item Allowance
Do you have a broken sofa or an obsolete refrigerator taking up space in the garage? As a ratepayer in Antelope, you are eligible for one free bulky waste collection every calendar year. Instead of renting a truck and driving to the dump, simply log into the county's solid waste portal to book an appointment. You are permitted to leave up to five cubic yards of oversized junk on your curb. Just ensure it is placed out no earlier than 24 hours before the scheduled retrieval.
Safe Disposal of Hazardous Toxins
Hazardous chemicals have no place in standard curbside barrels. Throwing away lithium batteries, half-empty paint cans, or engine oil is a serious code violation that can spark dangerous fires inside garbage trucks. Fortunately, Antelope locals are just a short drive away from the North Area Recovery Station (NARS). This specialized drop-off site accepts a wide variety of household hazardous waste safely and legally, ensuring our local soils and waterways remain completely uncontaminated.
Drop-off Facilities
North Area Recovery Station (NARS) & HHW Facility
4450 Roseville Road, North Highlands, CA 95660
Materials Accepted
Kiefer Landfill & Special Waste Facility
12701 Kiefer Blvd, Sloughhouse, CA 95683
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Antelope have its own city trash service?
No. Antelope is an unincorporated community, so its residential waste, recycling, and organics collection is managed directly by the Sacramento County Department of Waste Management & Recycling.
How do I schedule a bulky item pickup in Antelope?
Sacramento County residents are entitled to one free bulky waste pickup per 12-month period for up to 5 cubic yards of material. You must schedule an appointment by calling customer service at (916) 875-5555 or using the SacGreenTeam app.
Where should I throw away food scraps?
Under state law, all food scraps must go into your green organics cart. To help manage odors, Sacramento County allows you to place food waste inside a standard paper bag or a BPI-certified (ASTM D6400) compostable bag before tossing it into the green cart.
Does my collection schedule change on Thanksgiving or Labor Day?
No. Sacramento County only delays curbside collection by one day if Christmas Day or New Year's Day falls on a weekday. Standard collection continues on all other major holidays.