Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Menifee
Collections in California municipal routes run weekly (Mon-Fri). Your specific collection day is determined by your local neighborhood route.
State Mandate
Follow SB 1383 guidelines for food waste.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste services are provided and billed directly by Waste Management (WM). Households also receive 4 free bulky item pickups per year.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail
Pro Tip / Discount
Seniors age 60+ who are head of household can downsize to 64-gallon carts for a discounted monthly rate and apply for a one-time $50 bill credit. Free cart valet service is also available for residents with disabilities.
Burgundy (Old) or Dark Gray with Black Lid (New) Bin (Trash)
Place carts at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day. Keep carts at least three feet apart from each other and other objects, with handles facing your home. Lids must close securely.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Polystyrene foam (Styrofoam)
- ✓Broken dishware and general refuse
Gray (Old) or Dark Gray with Blue Lid (New) Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag your recycling; toss materials completely loose into the cart. Ensure food and liquid residue is rinsed out before disposal.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean, flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper, mail, and magazines
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Rigid plastics (bottles, jugs, and tubs)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film wrap
- ✕Food waste or liquids
- ✕Electronics and batteries
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
To reduce odors and deter pests, put wet food waste in a brown paper bag, layer it with yard trimmings, freeze it before collection day, or sprinkle baking soda in the cart. Absolutely no plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, bread, grains)
- ✓Food-soiled paper (pizza boxes, coffee filters, tea bags)
- ✓Grass clippings and weeds
- ✓Leaves and small tree trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Four (4) free bulky item pickups per calendar year.
Placement
Place approved items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day only after successfully scheduling the pickup with Waste Management.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and sofas
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Washers, dryers, and refrigerators
- ✓ Desks and large furniture
- ✓ Electronic waste (scheduled separately)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Car bodies and automotive parts
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Items too heavy or large for one person to handle safely
If you exhaust your four free annual pickups, additional bulky item removals can be scheduled with Waste Management for a nominal fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When an observed holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the remainder of that week will be delayed by exactly one day, with Friday customers being serviced on Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Organic waste and recycling carts follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash collection.
If a major holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there are zero delays to your regular Monday-Friday collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryWaste Management collects and recycles Christmas trees at no additional charge for the first two weeks following Christmas Day. Trees must be completely bare (no ornaments or tinsel), unflocked, and cut in half if they exceed 6 feet in length.
Spring/Summer
April - AugustCheck your quarterly WM invoices or the city's website to stay informed about free Menifee Community Cleanup, secure document shredding, and local compost giveaway events typically scheduled during the warmer months.
Local Tips & Community Info
Curbside Collection with Waste Management
In the City of Menifee, residential garbage and recycling services are exclusively managed by Waste Management (WM). To guarantee your household waste is picked up, all designated carts must be wheeled to the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. It is vital to leave at least two feet of clearance between each container and any surrounding objects, such as parked cars or mailboxes, with the cart handles facing your property. All materials must fit inside the cart with the lid completely closed, as any excess trash placed on the street will not be serviced.
Bulky Item and Electronic Waste Pickups
Menifee residents are provided generous allowances for disposing of large household goods. Through WM, you can schedule up to four free bulky item pickups every calendar year, allowing for a maximum of six items per appointment. This service covers items like mattresses, couches, and large appliances. Additionally, households are entitled to three free electronic waste collections annually, which can be grouped with your bulky item request. Scheduling is easy and can be done online at the WM Menifee portal or by calling their local support center at (800) 423-9986.
Complying with State Organics Recycling (SB 1383)
California's SB 1383 legislation is in full effect across Riverside County, meaning all Menifee households must separate their organic waste. Food scraps, soiled paper products, and typical yard debris such as grass and leaves must now go directly into your green organics cart. Waste Management strictly prohibits the use of plastic bags in the green bin, so all organic matter must remain loose. Adhering to these composting guidelines reduces landfill emissions and helps the city achieve its environmental sustainability targets.
Discounts for Seniors and Special Disposal Programs
The city offers highly beneficial programs for specific community needs. Qualifying seniors aged 60 and older who are the head of the household can request a smaller cart size to receive a 9% monthly bill reduction, alongside a potential one-time $50 credit through the Community Services Department. WM also provides free weekly pickups of used motor oil (up to two gallons) if scheduled 24 hours in advance. For medical disposal, residents can request two complimentary mail-back Sharps containers per year to safely dispose of needles and syringes.
Navigating Holiday Service Interruptions
Waste Management observes six major holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. When any of these holidays falls on a weekday, all subsequent collections for that week will be pushed back by one day. For example, a Thursday pickup will move to Friday. If the holiday lands on a weekend, your standard service day remains entirely unchanged. Keeping track of these shifts ensures your bins are never left out on the wrong day.
Drop-off Facilities
Lake Elsinore Permanent HHW Facility (Riverside County)
512 North Langstaff Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the senior discount on my trash bill in Menifee?
Menifee residents aged 60 and older who are the head of the household can apply to reduce their cart size to save 9% on their monthly bill by calling WM. Alternatively, you can apply for a one-time $50 solid waste bill credit by calling the Community Services Department at 951-723-3880.
Can I leave extra trash bags next to my cart?
No. All waste and recycling must fit entirely inside your cart with the lid completely closed. Trash, organics, or recyclables left on the ground outside the carts will not be collected by the automated trucks.
How does the free sharps disposal program work?
Waste Management provides Menifee residents with two free medical sharps mail-back containers per year. You can request a container by calling WM at 800-423-9986. Additional containers are available for a small $5.00 co-pay.
Why did Waste Management send me a photo of my trash cart?
WM utilizes truck cameras to monitor contamination and overfilled carts. If you receive a letter with photographic documentation, it serves as your first or second warning. Subsequent incidents will result in a Contamination or Overfilled Cart Fee.