Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Marina
Trash Day
Weekly collection runs Monday through Friday, depending on your street address.
Recycling
Collected weekly on your designated collection day in the blue cart.
Yard Waste
Collected weekly on your designated collection day in the green organics cart.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Solid waste services are managed and billed directly through GreenWaste Recovery rather than the City of Marina. Single-family households are also entitled to three free bulky item curbside collections each year by appointment.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Low-Income and Senior Citizen discount programs are available to eligible residential customers through GreenWaste.
Gray Bin (Trash)
Place all non-hazardous, non-recyclable items into the gray cart. If you have extra garbage, it must be placed in tightly tied 32-gallon black or gray plastic bags next to the cart for a potential fee.
Accepted Items
- ✓Foam packing peanuts and Styrofoam cups
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
- ✓Treated, painted, or stained wood
- ✓Palm fronds, poison oak, and ice plant
- ✓Multi-layered snack bags and foil pouches
- ✓Broken ceramics and Pyrex
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Items must be empty, clean, and dry. Do not bag recyclables; keep them loose in the cart. Extra cardboard can be tied in secure bundles no larger than 3'x3' and placed next to the blue cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1, #2, and #5
- ✓Empty metal food and beverage cans
- ✓Clean aluminum foil and trays
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (metal lids removed)
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper products
- ✓Pizza boxes with little to no grease
Do NOT Include
- ✕Polystyrene (Styrofoam) foam
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Hoses, wires, and tanglers
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Batteries (inside the cart)
Yard Waste Bin
Do not use plastic bags, even if they are labeled 'compostable' or 'biodegradable.' Keep specific invasive or hazardous plants like poison oak, ice plant, and palm fronds out of the green cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Fruit and vegetable scraps
- ✓Meat, poultry, bones, and dairy
- ✓Coffee grounds, filters, and tea bags
- ✓Food-soiled paper (napkins, paper plates)
- ✓Grass clippings, leaves, and weeds
- ✓Branches (under 6 inches in diameter and 3 feet in length)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Up to three times per calendar year
Placement
You must call GreenWaste Customer Service at 831-920-6707 in advance to schedule. Items must be placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on your scheduled pickup day.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, mattresses, tables)
- ✓ Refrigerators and freezers (counts as 2 items)
- ✓ Washers, dryers, and water heaters
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, monitors, laptops)
- ✓ Boxed or bagged reusable household items
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste and chemicals
- ✕ Automotive parts
- ✕ Construction and demolition materials
- ✕ Commercial business waste
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, and rocks
The three annual pickups are free for single-family residential accounts. Additional collections or items exceeding the limit can be scheduled for a fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your regular collection day falls on or after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or New Year's Day, service will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and organics follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as trash and recycling.
Service is completely unaffected by other major holidays, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - MayDuring April's Earth Day celebrations, local events in Marina often feature sustainability showcases. It's a great time to ensure your SB 1383 organics sorting is up to par to support local composting efforts.
Winter
November - JanuaryBe aware of schedule delays during the winter holidays. Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day are the only holidays that will push your collection back by one day for the remainder of the week.
Local Tips & Community Info
Waste Collection Along the Monterey Bay
Preserving the coastal beauty of Marina requires a coordinated effort between residents and the city's designated franchise hauler, GreenWaste Recovery. Responsible waste sorting prevents wind-blown litter from entering the nearby marine sanctuary and ensures compliance with California's aggressive climate goals. By utilizing the provided three-cart system properly, you are directly contributing to the sustainability of the Monterey Peninsula and supporting regional eco-friendly mandates.
Morning Container Roll-Out and Clearances
GreenWaste Recovery mandates that all refuse, recycling, and yard trimmings carts be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your specific collection day. Because coastal winds can easily scatter debris, lids must be firmly closed at all times. Always ensure a minimum of three feet exists between the bins, and keep them completely clear of parked cars, basketball hoops, and fire hydrants. Carts must be pulled back onto your private property by the evening after collection occurs to keep the streets clear.
Sorting Food Scraps and Yard Debris
Under state law SB 1383, keeping organic matter out of the landfill is no longer optional. Marina residents must use their green cart for all organic waste, which includes grass clippings, weeds, and all kitchen food scraps like eggshells, meat bones, and vegetable peelings. These materials are processed locally at ReGen Monterey to create agricultural compost. Never place plastic bags, glass, or heavily coated paper in the green bin, as they severely contaminate the composting process.
Dry and Clean Recycling Guidelines
Your blue recycling cart is meant only for materials that can be easily repurposed into new products. Empty glass bottles, aluminum cans, flattened cardboard boxes, and rigid plastic jugs belong here. Items must be tossed in loosely rather than grouped inside garbage bags. Thin plastic grocery bags, tangly electrical cords, and greasy pizza boxes are strictly prohibited; these items jam the sorting machinery and should either go in the gray landfill cart or be taken to a specialized recycling drop-off.
Bulky Item and Large Waste Disposal
If you are clearing out old furniture, mattresses, or large household appliances, do not dump them on the sidewalk or in neighborhood alleyways. Single-family homes in Marina receive up to three free bulky item collection events per year through GreenWaste Recovery. You must call their customer service office in advance to schedule the pickup so the dispatchers know to send a specialized large-capacity truck to your exact address.
Drop-off Facilities
ReGen Monterey (Monterey Regional Waste Management District)
14201 Del Monte Blvd, Marina, CA 93933
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles trash pickup in Marina?
GreenWaste Recovery is the officially contracted waste hauler for the City of Marina, managing all residential and commercial garbage, recycling, and organics services.
What time do my bins need to be at the curb?
Carts should be placed curbside no later than 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day, with lids fully closed to prevent windblown litter.
Are food scraps allowed in the green yard waste bin?
Yes, California regulations strictly require that all food scraps, including meat, bones, and dairy, be placed directly into your green organics cart.