Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for La Verne
Trash Day
Monday
Recycling
Monday
Yard Waste
Monday
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential solid waste and recycling billing is serviced directly through Waste Management (WM) on a bi-monthly basis.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Direct Debit (ACH), Credit/Debit Card, Digital Wallets, Mail, In-Person
Black Bin (Trash)
All household garbage should be bagged before placing it in the black cart. The container lid must be closed securely. Materials left on the curb outside of the cart will not be collected.
Accepted Items
- ✓Garden hoses and plastic ties
- ✓Broken ceramic dishes and clay pots
- ✓Single-use chip bags and snack wrappers
- ✓Foil-lined candy packaging
- ✓Disposable baby diapers and sanitary wipes
- ✓Styrofoam and foam containers
Gray or Blue (Transitioning) Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables; place items completely loose, empty, and rinsed dry inside your recycling cart. Food and paper to-go cups are accepted if empty and clean.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean, flat-packed cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Empty aluminum, tin, and steel beverage or food cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (all colors, rinsed and dry)
- ✓Newspapers, junk mail, office paper, and catalogs
- ✓Rigid plastic bottles, jugs, and containers (labeled #1 through #7)
- ✓Clean plastic and paper to-go cups
Do NOT Include
- ✕Aluminum foil and scrap metal pieces
- ✕Window glass, safety glass, mirrors, or light bulbs
- ✕Styrofoam, wax paper, and plastic cutlery
- ✕Flimsy plastic bags, stretch films, and grocery wraps
- ✕Liquid container residue, food waste, or kitchen grease
Yard Waste Bin
Keep organic items loose in the green cart. Do not include plastic bags of any kind, dirt, rocks, concrete, pet waste, or tough landscaping debris like cacti, succulents, palm tree parts, and palm fronds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Kitchen food scraps (raw/cooked meat, beef, fish, poultry, dairy)
- ✓Fruits, vegetables, bread, pasta, rice, and grains
- ✓Coffee grounds, filters, and food-soiled paper
- ✓Grass clippings, tree leaves, brush, and shrubbery prunings
- ✓Tree trimmings and limbs under 4 inches in diameter
- ✓Eggshells and paper egg cartons
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
4 free curbside collection appointments per calendar year
Placement
Place your scheduled bulky items at your curb line by 6:00 AM on Monday, keeping them clear of your standard carts, parked vehicles, and low overhead utility lines. Advance notice of at least 48 hours is required.
Accepted
- ✓ Large furniture (couches, sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Major home appliances (washing machines, dryers, stoves)
- ✓ Air conditioners, water heaters, and refrigerators
- ✓ Lumber (must be cut into 4-foot pieces and bundled)
- ✓ Electronic waste (televisions, computer monitors, towers)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Extremely heavy items (such as car bodies)
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Automotive tires
- ✕ Medical sharps and hazardous waste
The four annual curbside bulk collections are free. Additional pickups or oversized remodeling debris collections can be arranged with WM for a rental bin fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Management observes six major holidays annually. Because La Verne's standard curbside collection day is Monday, when any observed holiday falls on a Monday, collection service is delayed by exactly one day (shifting collection to Tuesday).
Yard Waste Exception
Organic waste and recycling schedules delay uniformly alongside standard trash services.
If an observed holiday lands on a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, normal Monday collection is not affected.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn Leaf Fall Management
October - DecemberWith the heavy late-autumn leaf drop, residents are instructed to sweep loose foliage directly into their green organics cart. Never blow or sweep leaves into street gutters, as they block storm sewer drainage and interfere with municipal street sweepers.
Post-Holiday Christmas Tree Composting
December - JanuaryWaste Management collects and recycles natural Christmas trees starting December 26th for two consecutive weeks at no extra charge. All decorations, including tinsel, stands, lights, and ornaments, must be removed. Trees over 6 feet long must be cut in half. Flocked trees are accepted but cannot be recycled and will be redirected to the landfill.
Local Tips & Community Info
La Verne Trash and Recycling Services Overview
Waste Management (WM) is the official franchised waste hauler for the City of La Verne, California. Working in partnership with the local government, WM manages all residential curbside collections, including standard household refuse, mixed recyclables, and green organics waste. The city consolidates your waste collection charges directly onto your municipal utility bill for added convenience. Whether you are a new resident settling in or a long-time homeowner looking to brush up on local sanitation guidelines, understanding the city's specific bin rules and collection timelines ensures a clean, eco-friendly neighborhood.
Standard Weekly Collection Schedule
In La Verne, residential trash, recycling, and green waste are all collected once a week on Monday. To guarantee service, you must place your designated carts at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your collection day. Because automated collection trucks require ample space to safely operate their mechanical arms, make sure to roll your carts directly against the street curb with the handles facing your home. Always leave at least two feet of clearance between each cart and ensure they are placed away from parked vehicles, fire hydrants, or low-hanging branches. Emptied bins must be removed from the public right-of-way by the end of the collection day.
Sorting Your Waste: Black, Gray, and Green Carts
Proper waste separation is mandatory to support California's recycling initiatives and reduce landfill dependency. Your Black Cart is designated for standard household trash, including foam containers, plastic bags, and non-recyclable wrappers. The Gray Cart is strictly for recyclables like flattened cardboard, paper, glass bottles, aluminum cans, and clean plastic containers; remember that items should be loose, not bagged. The Green Cart is meant for yard trimmings such as grass clippings, leaves, and small branches. Please note that hazardous materials like motor oil, paint, and medical waste should never be placed in any curbside bin.
Bulky Item and E-Waste Disposal Program
La Verne residents with active curbside cart service are entitled to four free bulky item pickups per calendar year. Each requested pickup can include up to three cubic yards of large waste or electronic waste, making it easy to dispose of old couches, refrigerators, washing machines, televisions, and computer monitors. To take advantage of this complimentary service, you must schedule the pickup by contacting Waste Management customer support at (909) 599-1274 at least 48 hours before your standard Monday collection. Bundled brush and yard trimmings that do not fit into the green cart can also be collected as a bulky item request.
Holiday Service Delays and Christmas Tree Recycling
Waste Management observes several major holidays that pause standard collection operations. These include New Year's Day, Memorial Day, the 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Because La Verne's standard pickup day is Monday, a holiday falling on a Monday will push all residential collections to Tuesday for that week. Additionally, WM provides a seasonal perk by collecting and recycling un-flocked Christmas trees at no extra charge. This tree collection runs for two consecutive weeks starting December 26th. Trees taller than six feet must be cut in half, and all decorations, lights, and stands must be completely removed prior to curbside placement.
Who to Contact for Missed Pickups and Billing Inquiries
Customer support for sanitation services in La Verne is split between two entities depending on your specific need. If your bins were missed on collection day, or if you need to order additional carts, request a cart repair, or schedule a bulky item pickup, you should contact Waste Management directly at (909) 599-1274. However, because residential waste collection is billed alongside your water service, any questions regarding rates, billing discrepancies, or setting up a new service account should be directed to the City of La Verne Customer Service Division at (909) 596-8741 or (909) 596-8744.
Drop-off Facilities
Brackett Field Regional HHW Round-Up Site
Fairplex Drive & West McKinley Ave, La Verne, CA 91750
Materials Accepted
Pomona Valley Valley Vista Services Transfer Station
1371 E Ninth St, Pomona, CA 91766
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How many free bulky item pickups can I request in La Verne each year?
Residents with curbside cart service are allowed up to four free bulky item pickups per calendar year. You must call Waste Management at least 48 hours in advance of your Monday collection day to schedule the service.
What happens to my trash collection if there is a holiday on Monday?
If a recognized holiday like Memorial Day, Labor Day, or Christmas falls on a Monday, residential waste collection in La Verne will be delayed by one day, moving your pickup to Tuesday for that week.
Where should I call if my garbage bin is not emptied?
If your trash, recycling, or green waste cart is missed during the regular Monday pickup, you need to contact Waste Management Customer Service directly at (909) 599-1274 to report the missed service and arrange a recovery pickup.