Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Citrus Heights
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Bi-weekly on assigned collection day
Yard Waste
Weekly on assigned collection day
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash, recycling, and organic waste collection is managed through Republic Services, with service rates determined by the size of your garbage cart.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail
Grey or Dark Blue Bin (Trash)
All material must fit in your garbage cart with the lid completely closed. Place at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Palm fronds
- ✓Pet waste
- ✓Chip bags and candy wrappers
- ✓Broken ceramics or glass
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Items must be empty, clean, and dry. Do not bag recyclables; place them loosely in the cart to avoid jamming the sorting machines.
Accepted Items
- ✓Mixed paper and junk mail
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Plastic containers #1-7
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Coir (coconut fiber) doormats
- ✕Electronics and batteries
- ✕Rubber items
Yard Waste Bin
Do not put palm fronds or palm stumps in the green waste cart. Place them in the regular garbage or take stumps to the landfill.
Accepted Items
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Food-soiled paper
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves and weeds
- ✓Tree trimmings (under 3 feet long and 4 inches thick)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Three times per year via the Neighborhood Clean-Up program.
Placement
Items must be at the curb by 6 a.m. on the scheduled day. Do not place items out more than 48 hours in advance, or you may face a penalty fee on your utility bill.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Appliances
- ✓ Electronics
- ✓ Wood and yard debris
- ✓ Tires (check limits)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household Hazardous Waste
- ✕ Palm stumps
- ✕ Commercial waste
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, and rock
The neighborhood clean-up is free. If you miss it, you can haul items to the North Area Recovery Station at standard disposal rates.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If Christmas or New Year's Day falls on a weekday, all collections for the remainder of that week will be delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and recycling follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as regular garbage.
Most standard federal holidays (like Memorial Day or Labor Day) do not interrupt the Republic Services pickup schedule in Citrus Heights. Always have your carts out by 6 a.m.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryFollowing the holidays, the city offers Holiday Tree Recycling. Place your clean, un-flocked tree (free of tinsel, stands, and lights) out for collection. Large trees must be cut into sections to fit in the organics truck.
Fall
November - JanuaryDuring peak foliage season, Citrus Heights runs an Extra Leaf Pick-Up program to handle the overflow of yard waste that won't fit into your standard 96-gallon green cart.
Year-Round
Rolling ScheduleThe Neighborhood Clean-Up happens three times per year on a rolling basis. Keep a close eye on your front door—you will receive a notification hanger exactly one week before your zone's bulk collection day.
Local Tips & Community Info
Citrus Heights Curbside Collection Essentials
Maintaining the suburban charm of Citrus Heights relies heavily on the cooperative efforts of its residents and local sanitation partners. The city has established a long-standing franchise agreement with Republic Services to manage all residential solid waste. This comprehensive curbside program encompasses standard household garbage, clean recyclables, and organic compostables. By understanding local municipal codes and keeping up with the designated sorting protocols, neighbors can actively prevent illegal dumping, reduce neighborhood pests, and help the community achieve statewide diversion goals.
Proper Cart Setup and Timing Rules
Republic Services dispatchers require that all residential bins be placed at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your specific collection morning. However, municipal regulations state you may roll them out as early as 12:00 p.m. the day prior to service. Position each cart so the wheels touch the street gutter and the lid opens toward the roadway. A mandatory clearance zone of three feet must be maintained between individual containers, as well as a safe distance from fire hydrants, parked cars, and overhanging branches. Once emptied, bins must be retrieved from the public right-of-way by midnight on the day of collection.
Navigating the Food and Yard Waste Mandates
In strict adherence to California's SB 1383 legislation, Citrus Heights has fully transitioned its green waste program to include all organics. The green cart is no longer limited to lawn clippings and tree prunings. Residents are legally required to dispose of all kitchen food scraps—including meat, bones, dairy products, breads, and food-soiled paper products—into this organics container. To minimize odors, you can freeze your food remnants during the week or place them in certified compostable bags before tossing them into the green bin on collection day. Traditional plastic bags are strictly forbidden.
Clean Recycling Habits for the Blue Bin
Maximizing the utility of your blue cart requires a conscious effort to keep the recycling stream free of contaminants. Acceptable materials include broken-down corrugated cardboard, clean office paper, aluminum cans, glass bottles, and rigid plastic tubs. Please empty and lightly rinse all beverage containers before tossing them in. It is crucial that recyclables remain unbagged; they should be tossed loosely into the container so the sorting facility's optical scanners can identify them. Never include items like garden hoses, clothing, styrofoam, or plastic film, as these materials frequently break the conveyor belts at the local recycling center.
The Neighborhood Cleanup Program
One of the most valuable perks for Citrus Heights residents is the specialized Neighborhood Cleanup Program, which replaces the traditional call-in bulky waste system. Several times a year, the city assigns specific cleanup weeks to different zones. During your property's designated timeframe, you are allowed to place up to 10 cubic yards of bulky materials directly on your curb for collection. Acceptable items include old furniture, bagged clothing, e-waste, and small appliances. Hazardous materials, automotive parts, and wet paint are strictly excluded. Residents will receive a postcard notification in the mail a few weeks prior to their assigned date.
Holiday Schedule Adjustments
Republic Services operates continuously throughout the year with the exception of four major recognized holidays: New Year's Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Should your standard neighborhood collection day land on or follow one of these specific holidays, your pickup will be postponed by exactly 24 hours for the remainder of that week. For instance, a Thursday route interrupted by Thanksgiving will be serviced on Friday, and the Friday route will shift to Saturday. Normal routing always resumes the subsequent week.
Drop-off Facilities
North Area Recovery Station (NARS)
4450 Roseville Rd, North Highlands, CA
Materials Accepted
Kiefer Landfill
12701 Kiefer Blvd, Sloughhouse, CA
Materials Accepted
L and D Landfill
8635 Fruitridge Road, Sacramento, CA 95826
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do with palm fronds and stumps in Citrus Heights?
Palm fronds cannot be composted because they are incredibly tough and jam the commercial chippers. You must place palm fronds in your regular garbage cart. If you have large palm stumps, they are not accepted in the Neighborhood Clean-Up program; you must haul them directly to the North Area Recovery Station.
Can I pause my trash service if I am going out of town?
Yes, property owners in Citrus Heights can apply for a temporary service exemption if they have an extended absence from their residence. However, this exemption cannot be used for rental properties or houses that are currently on the market for sale.
How does the Neighborhood Clean-Up bulk waste program work?
The city provides three free bulky waste pickups annually per neighborhood. You will receive a door hanger one week before your zone's scheduled collection date. Piles must not exceed 10 cubic yards. Be sure not to set your items out more than 48 hours in advance, as doing so can result in a penalty fee on your next bill.
How do I safely dispose of used medical sharps or needles?
Residential customers in Citrus Heights have access to a highly convenient sharps program. You can arrange for a free at-home pickup of your used hypodermic sharps by calling Republic Services directly at 916-725-9060 to schedule an appointment.