Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Glendale
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Same day as trash collection (Weekly)
Yard Waste
Same day as trash collection (Weekly)
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential refuse and recycling collection charges are billed as a flat monthly fee directly on your Glendale Water & Power (GWP) utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Income-qualified residents can apply for the Glendale Care discount program, and eligible seniors (62+) or disabled residents may qualify for the Utility Users Tax Exemption.
Black or Gray Bin (Trash)
All regular household trash should be bagged to prevent litter. Ensure the lid can close completely. Carts must be placed at the curb with handles facing your home.
Accepted Items
- ✓Non-recyclable household garbage
- ✓Styrofoam and packing peanuts
- ✓Pet waste and kitty litter
- ✓Diapers and sanitary products
- ✓Broken ceramics or glassware
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be completely empty, clean, and dry. Place items loosely in the blue cart. Never put your recyclables inside a plastic garbage bag.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Junk mail, magazines, and office paper
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (lids removed)
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and steel cans
- ✓Rigid plastics (bottles, jugs, tubs)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film wrap
- ✕Food waste or liquids
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires, cords)
- ✕Styrofoam packaging
- ✕Clothing or textiles
Yard Waste Bin
Yard trimmings should be placed loose in the green cart. All food scraps and food-soiled paper MUST be placed inside a CLEAR plastic bag so contents are visible. Opaque bags are prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Tree and hedge trimmings
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, fruits, vegetables)
- ✓Food-soiled paper products
- ✓Clear plastic bags (strictly for containing food scraps)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
4 free collection appointments per calendar year for residential properties (1-4 units).
Placement
Requests must be made at least three working days prior to your collection day. Items must be placed at the curb, in the alley, or at the side street curb by 6:00 a.m. on the scheduled day.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, mattresses, tables)
- ✓ Large household appliances
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, monitors)
- ✓ Excess bundled yard waste (up to 10 bundles)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (paint, chemicals)
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris (concrete, dirt, bricks)
- ✕ Vehicle tires and automotive parts
- ✕ Industrial or commercial waste
If you exceed the 4 free pickups per year, additional collections can be scheduled for a predetermined fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
During the week of an observed holiday, collections will be postponed by one day on the holiday and for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and recycling collections follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash.
If a recognized holiday falls on a weekend, your standard weekday collection schedule remains completely unaffected.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
July to SeptemberDuring periods of extreme Southern California heat, ensure all food waste is securely tied in clear bags within your organics cart to minimize odors and prevent pest activity in your neighborhood.
Winter
December to JanuaryHoliday trees are collected curbside during standard service days following Christmas. Ensure trees are free of all ornaments, tinsel, and stands. Flocked trees cannot be composted and must go in the black trash cart.
Year-Round
January to DecemberSB 1383 mandates cart contamination inspections. Glendale's Integrated Waste staff conduct random lid flips. If your cart receives a red tag, you must remove the incorrect items before it will be serviced.
Local Tips & Community Info
Glendale's Automated Curbside Collection Guidelines
Glendale Public Works Integrated Waste manages the city's three-cart residential collection program. All household bins, including the black refuse, blue recycling, and green organics carts, must be properly placed along the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your neighborhood's designated pickup morning. Alternatively, residents may place their carts out no earlier than 6:00 p.m. the evening before collection. Be sure to position the containers with the handles facing your property and leave sufficient clearance around them for the mechanical arms of the trucks to operate efficiently.
Organics and Food Waste Disposal Rules
To combat greenhouse gas emissions and comply with state mandates, all Glendale homeowners are required to participate in the comprehensive organics recycling program. The green-lidded cart is specifically intended for a mix of yard trimmings and kitchen food scraps. You are expected to deposit grass clippings, leaves, vegetable peels, meat bones, and solid dairy products directly into this container. Do not place conventional trash, pet waste, or plastic grocery bags in the organics bin, as it will instantly contaminate the resulting compost.
Navigating the Blue Recycling Container
Your blue cart plays a vital role in diverting reusable materials away from local landfills. This bin accepts flattened corrugated cardboard, clean paper products, glass jars, aluminum cans, and rigid plastic jugs. It is crucial that all items are empty and dry before tossing them in. Keep tanglers like garden hoses, clothing, and thin plastic film out of the blue cart, as these materials frequently cause costly and dangerous jams at the recycling sorting facility.
Arranging Bulky Item Pickups at the Curb
Getting rid of old furniture and broken appliances is simple with Glendale's specialized bulky waste service. Multifamily apartment complexes receive four complimentary bulky pickups annually, while single-family homes also have access to free large-item collections. You must schedule your removal at least three business days prior to your standard collection day by calling (818) 548-3916 or using the MyGlendale mobile application. Never leave large items on the public sidewalk without a confirmed appointment, as this is considered illegal dumping.
The Glendale Recycling Center Drop-Off Hub
For materials that are strictly banned from residential curbside carts, the Glendale Recycling Center offers a safe and convenient drop-off solution. This facility is a certified location to redeem your CRV-eligible glass and aluminum beverage containers for cash. Furthermore, residents can safely discard hazardous electronic waste, including old televisions, computer monitors, microwaves, and spent household batteries, entirely free of charge, preventing harmful toxins from entering the local environment.
Holiday Collection Interruptions
Integrated Waste routing operations pause for a handful of major national holidays, such as Independence Day, Memorial Day, and Christmas. Whenever a recognized holiday lands on a standard workday, all remaining refuse collections for that calendar week will be delayed by a single day. Thus, if your normal garbage truck arrives on a Tuesday, a Monday holiday will push your pickup to Wednesday, with normal operations resuming the subsequent week.
Drop-off Facilities
Glendale Environmental Management Center (HHW)
548 W. Chevy Chase Drive, Glendale, CA 91204
Materials Accepted
Scholl Canyon Landfill
7721 North Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90041
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who collects my trash in Glendale, CA?
It depends on the size of your property. Single-family homes and multi-unit buildings with up to 4 units receive service directly from the City of Glendale's Integrated Waste Management Division. Larger multi-family complexes (5+ units) and commercial properties are serviced by one of four franchised haulers: Athens Services, NASA Services, Southland Environmental Services, or Waste Management.
Can I put food waste directly into my green organics cart?
In Glendale, yard trimmings like grass and leaves should go loose into the green cart. However, all kitchen food scraps and food-soiled paper must be placed inside a CLEAR plastic bag or clear bioplastic bag before going into the cart. This helps manage pests while allowing inspectors to verify the contents. Do not use black garbage bags or opaque grocery bags for organics.
How do I schedule a bulky item pickup in Glendale?
Residential properties with 1-4 units receive four free bulky item pickup appointments per calendar year. Each pickup allows up to four large items or 10 bundles of green waste. You must request the pickup at least three working days prior to your normal refuse collection day by calling the Integrated Waste Call Center at (818) 548-3916 or using the city's online request form.
Where can I safely dispose of household hazardous waste (HHW) in Glendale?
Glendale residents can safely dispose of toxic materials like paint, pool chemicals, fertilizers, and batteries at the Glendale Fire Department's Household Hazardous Waste center located at 548 W. Chevy Chase Drive. The facility is completely free and operates every Wednesday and the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.