Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Lemoore
Trash Day
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday (varies by zone)
Recycling
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday (varies by zone)
Yard Waste
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday (varies by zone)
Set Out Time
By 5:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Refuse, recycling, water, and sewer services are combined into a single monthly municipal utility bill managed by the Finance Department.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, Mail, In-Person
Black Bin (Trash)
Place containers 3 feet from the curb face and 3 feet away from other cans, cars, or objects. Containers must be out by 5 a.m. on collection day and stored behind a fence or screened from street view per city ordinance.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household trash
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Rock
- ✓Concrete
- ✓Animal waste
- ✓Styrofoam
- ✓Diapers
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables. Contaminating the blue recycling container with refuse will result in a violation and a potential $35 fee added to your utility bill.
Accepted Items
- ✓Empty plastic containers
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum cans
- ✓Newspaper
- ✓Clean cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Refuse
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Green waste
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Hoses
- ✕Hangers
Yard Waste Bin
Only loose green waste is allowed; no plastic bags. Leaves must be placed inside the container, as the city no longer provides loose curbside leaf pickup.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Weeds
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches
- ✓Palm fronds
- ✓Untreated wood (no nails, glue, or paint)
- ✓Plant material
- ✓Saw dust
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-Demand
Placement
Place items at the curb or in the alley without obstructing traffic or automated trucks prior to your scheduled Bulky Clean Up time.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches
- ✓ Washers and Dryers
- ✓ Refrigerators
- ✓ Other large household furniture
- ✓ Bagged trash
- ✓ Tires (for an additional fee)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Bulk loads of dirt
- ✕ Hot ashes
- ✕ Industrial waste
The city charges a base Bulky Clean Up fee (starting at $75.00) plus the applicable KWRA disposal fee. Contact Public Works for an exact quote.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, collections for that day and the remainder of the week are delayed by one day, with Thursday routes collected on Friday.
Yard Waste Exception
Green waste collection follows the same 1-day holiday delay as refuse and recycling.
Always have your carts at the curb by 5:00 a.m., as route times may fluctuate during holiday weeks.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - FebruaryThe City of Lemoore no longer provides loose curbside leaf pickup. All leaves must be placed inside the Green waste container. Additionally, cut Christmas trees can be placed in the Green bin or dropped off at the corner of Fox and F Street between December 26th and mid-February.
Summer
June - AugustIntense Central Valley heat can cause organic matter in the Black and Green carts to smell quickly. Wash carts periodically, keep lids tightly closed to deter flies, and avoid placing unbagged animal waste directly in the hot sun.
Local Tips & Community Info
Refuse Collection Operations in Lemoore
The City of Lemoore Public Works Department operates its own dedicated Refuse Division, delivering consistent and reliable waste management services to all residential neighborhoods. By managing the fleet internally, the city maintains strict quality control over neighborhood sanitation and street aesthetics. Every single-family home is equipped with a standard set of color-coded automated carts. This municipally managed system ensures that Kings County environmental standards are met while keeping overhead costs manageable for local taxpayers.
Roll-Out Times and Curbside Etiquette
For a successful service day, Lemoore residents must roll their designated containers to the street edge no later than 6:00 a.m. on the morning of collection. The automated trucks require clear access to operate safely and efficiently. Always leave a minimum of three feet of unobstructed space between each cart. Furthermore, bins must be placed at least five feet away from parked vehicles, basketball hoops, and low-hanging tree canopy. Once the refuse crews have completed their route, all empty containers should be removed from the curb and stored out of public view by the evening.
Sorting Your Waste: The Organics Mandate
In strict adherence to California's SB 1383 organics recycling laws, Lemoore requires comprehensive household waste sorting. The green yard waste container is no longer just for leaves and lawn clippings; it is now the mandatory destination for all kitchen food scraps, including meat, bones, dairy, and soiled paper items. Clean cardboard, plastic jugs, and aluminum cans belong in the blue recycling receptacle. The grey or black bin is reserved strictly for non-recyclable, non-organic refuse such as heavily treated packaging, pet waste, and synthetic wrappers.
Large Item Disposal and E-Waste
When upgrading appliances or clearing out outgrown furniture, residents cannot simply cram these massive items into their standard curbside bins. The City of Lemoore provides structured solutions for oversized refuse. Homeowners can reach out to the Public Works Refuse Division to schedule an exclusive bulky item pickup for a nominal fee. Items like old couches, refrigerators, and heavy yard debris bundles are eligible. Electronic waste, such as obsolete computer monitors and televisions, requires special handling due to toxic components and must be dropped off at designated Kings County recycling facilities.
Schedule Shifts for Major Holidays
The city’s waste collection crews observe several major national holidays, which can cause temporary adjustments to your neighborhood's pickup routine. Recognized closures typically include New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If one of these holidays lands on a standard weekday, all trash, recycling, and organics collections will be delayed by a single day for the remainder of the week. For example, a Tuesday holiday pushes Tuesday service to Wednesday, and Friday service to Saturday. Normal routing always resumes the following Monday.
Drop-off Facilities
Kings Waste and Recycling Authority (KWRA)
7803 E. Hanford-Armona Road, Hanford, CA 93230
Materials Accepted
City of Lemoore Corporation Yard (Recycling Drop-off)
711 West Cinnamon Drive, Lemoore, CA 93245
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the earliest time I can put my trash carts out in Lemoore?
You can place your carts at the curb the night before your collection day, but they must be completely ready for pickup by 6:00 a.m. on the morning of your scheduled service.
Can I put leftover meat and bones in my green waste bin?
Yes. Due to state mandate SB 1383, all organic food waste, including meat, bones, dairy, and vegetable scraps, must be disposed of in your green organics cart.
How do I get rid of an old refrigerator in Lemoore?
Large appliances like refrigerators cannot go in your normal trash. You must contact the Lemoore Public Works Department to schedule and pay for a special bulky item curbside collection.