Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Loma Linda
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Same day as regular trash (weekly)
Yard Waste
Same day as regular trash (weekly)
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash, recycling, and green waste services are contracted through CR&R and billed bi-monthly directly on your City of Loma Linda municipal utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, Drop Box
Pro Tip / Discount
Wheel-out assistance is available at no extra charge for elderly and disabled residents upon approval; no standard trash rate discounts are listed.
Black Bin (Trash)
All household garbage should be bagged before being placed in the black cart. Carts must be placed side-by-side at least one foot apart by 6:00 a.m. on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Diapers
- ✓Pet waste
- ✓Styrofoam
- ✓Treated wood (small pieces)
- ✓Broken ceramics
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Place recyclables loosely in the blue cart. Do not bundle them in plastic garbage bags, as bags wrap around and jam the processing equipment at the recycling facility.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Metal cans (aluminum and tin)
- ✓Paper and junk mail
- ✓Flattened cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Food-soiled paper
- ✕Polystyrene foam (Styrofoam)
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Do not use plastic bags. Place all organic material directly into the green container so it can be successfully processed at the anaerobic digestion facility.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves and weeds
- ✓Plants and small prunings
- ✓Food waste (fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy)
- ✓Food-soiled paper
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two free pickups per calendar year
Placement
Place your approved bulky items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day, ensuring they do not block sidewalks or regular collection carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (couches, chairs, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large household appliances
- ✓ Bundled yard waste (check size limits)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions
- ✕ Computer monitors
- ✕ Vehicle car bodies or parts
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Concrete or construction debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste
If you exceed your two free annual pickups, or if you need to dispose of items not covered by the program, you can schedule additional collections with CR&R for a fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, service is postponed by one day for the remainder of the week. For example, if Independence Day is on a Monday and your normal collection day is Thursday, your pickup will be on Friday.
Yard Waste Exception
Your blue recycling cart and green yard waste cart will follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as your black trash cart.
If the holiday falls on a weekend, there is typically no change to the weekday collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter/Post-Holiday
December to JanuaryCR&R typically provides holiday tree recycling after Christmas. Remove all ornaments, tinsel, lights, and the tree stand. Flocked trees cannot be composted and must be cut up and placed in the black trash cart.
Summer
July to SeptemberInland Empire summers get exceptionally hot, which can cause odors in your green organics cart. Keep your food scraps in a container in the freezer during the week and dump them into the cart on the morning of your pickup.
Fall
October to NovemberDuring periods of high winds in the fall, make sure the lids on all your carts can close completely to prevent litter from blowing out and polluting Loma Linda's neighborhoods.
Local Tips & Community Info
Comprehensive Waste Solutions for Loma Linda Residents
Living in Loma Linda means taking advantage of a streamlined refuse program managed by CR&R Waste Services. The city employs a mandatory automated three-cart system designed to effectively separate trash from recyclable materials and green waste. This organized approach helps the community meet California’s aggressive landfill diversion goals. Every residential property is equipped with designated 96-gallon containers featuring attached lids and wheels, making it easy to maneuver heavy loads to the curb each week.
Strict Guidelines for Curbside Bin Placement
Proper container positioning ensures that CR&R’s automated fleet can service your home without delays. You must place your bins at the curb with the handles and wheels facing toward your property, not the street. Leave adequate space between each receptacle so the mechanical lifting arm can operate smoothly. Keep in mind that loose items sitting outside the containers will be ignored. Furthermore, municipal rules state that all carts must be retrieved from the public right-of-way within 12 hours after collection.
Sorting Your Waste and Recycling Material
Each colored container serves a distinct purpose. Your black bin is designated for standard household refuse that cannot be repurposed. The blue cart is meant exclusively for dry recyclables, including glass bottles, metal cans, cardboard, and rigid plastics. Lastly, the green container takes in yard trimmings such as grass clippings, leaves, and small branches. Please remember that plastic bags are strictly prohibited in the green waste cart, as they contaminate the entire composting process.
How to Handle Large Furniture and Appliances
If you are upgrading your appliances or tossing an old sofa, you do not have to figure out how to haul it away. Loma Linda households are entitled to two complimentary bulky item pickups every calendar year. A bulky item is generally defined as anything that requires a two-person crew to lift safely. Simply reach out to your local CR&R office ahead of your normal refuse day to arrange the pickup. If you exceed your two free collections, additional pickups can be scheduled for a nominal fee.
Temporary Bins for Major Cleanups
For residents taking on intensive home renovation or major landscaping projects, standard rolling carts might not offer enough capacity. The franchise hauler provides the option to rent a temporary 3-yard bin, measuring roughly 4 feet high by 6 feet long, capable of holding up to 500 pounds of debris. This is an excellent solution for weekend cleanouts, giving you a centralized spot to toss large volumes of waste before the truck hauls it away.
Drop-off Facilities
CR&R Public Disposal Center
2059 E. Steel Road, Colton, CA 92324
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How many free bulky item pickups am I allowed in Loma Linda?
Each residential household receives two free bulky item collections per calendar year for oversized objects like couches and washing machines. Additional requests will require a small supplemental fee.
When do I need to move my trash bins back onto my property?
City regulations mandate that all automated containers must be removed from the curbside within 12 hours after the hauler has serviced them.
Can I put plastic garbage bags in the green yard waste bin?
No. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited in the green container. Only unbagged organic materials, such as grass clippings and yard trimmings, belong in this cart.