Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Pomona
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday, once per week based on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Collected weekly on your regular collection day.
Yard Waste
Collected weekly on your regular collection day.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste and recycling services in Pomona are handled and billed directly by Athens Services on a bi-monthly cycle, while water and sewer charges are billed separately by the City of Pomona.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone, In Person
Black Bin (Trash)
Place at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your collection day with lids completely closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam egg cartons
- ✓Broken glass or ceramics
- ✓Soiled paper plates
- ✓Diapers
- ✓Pet waste
- ✓Liquid-free garbage
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Containers must be spaced at least 1 foot apart from each other and away from obstructions.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean and dry paper
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Empty plastic jugs and bottles
- ✓Aluminum cans
- ✓Tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (remove lids)
Do NOT Include
- ✕E-waste
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Bubble wrap
- ✕Black plastics
- ✕Batteries
- ✕Clothing
- ✕Hazardous materials
Yard Waste Bin
Do not use plastic bags. Ensure only biodegradable organic material is placed inside the green container.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches
- ✓Untreated wood
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Food-soiled paper (100% plant-fiber based only)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
6 free requests per calendar year (maximum 1 per bi-monthly billing cycle).
Placement
Place items on the curb the night before or no later than 5:00 a.m. on the scheduled pickup date.
Accepted
- ✓ Refrigerators
- ✓ Stoves
- ✓ Dressers
- ✓ Sofas
- ✓ Washers and dryers
- ✓ Tables and chairs
- ✓ Bundled tree limbs
- ✓ Rolled carpet
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Paint and thinners
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Motor oil
- ✕ Pesticides and herbicides
- ✕ Hypodermic needles
The first 6 requests per year are free. Additional pickups requested within the same billing cycle incur a $25.00 charge per unit of service.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday (Monday-Friday), collection services for the remainder of the week will be delayed by one day. If the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no delay.
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and yard waste collections are delayed by the exact same one-day rule as regular trash and recycling.
Street sweeping is also delayed by one day if it falls on an observed Athens Services holiday.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December to JanuaryAthens Services collects holiday trees for three weeks from December 26th through January 16th on your regular pickup day. Remove all ornaments, lights, and stands. Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut in half.
Autumn
October to NovemberDuring the Santa Ana wind season, secure your bin lids tightly and avoid overfilling. High winds can scatter loose trash and recycling throughout Pomona's streets if containers are left open.
Summer
July to SeptemberTo combat foul odors in your green bin during hot Southern California summers, try freezing your food scraps in a reusable container before tossing them into the bin on collection morning.
Local Tips & Community Info
Athens Services Partnership and Cart Placement
Starting in the summer of 2023, the City of Pomona officially partnered with Athens Services to manage all residential solid waste, organics, and recycling collections. Residents are provided with designated bins to sort their materials properly. On your scheduled trash day, wheel your containers to the curb ensuring they are placed side-by-side with sufficient space between them. The mechanical collection trucks require clear access, so avoid parking cars directly in front of the bins or placing them too close to mailboxes and utility poles. Always make sure the lids are fully closed to prevent litter from blowing down the local streets.
Complying with SB 1383 and Organics Recycling
Pomona strictly follows California statewide SB 1383 regulations, which mandate the diversion of organic waste from regional landfills. Your green organics cart is specifically designed for yard trimmings, grass clippings, weeds, and all kitchen food scraps. Instead of throwing old leftovers or vegetable peelings into the standard garbage, they must go into the green bin. This city-wide effort significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Keep in mind that plastic bags, even those labeled as biodegradable, should never be placed in the organics container because they contaminate the commercial composting process.
Proper Single-Stream Recycling Guidelines
The blue recycling cart is meant for clean, dry, and unbagged recyclables. Acceptable items include flattened corrugated cardboard, office paper, glass bottles, aluminum cans, and rigid plastic containers like detergent jugs. Athens Services processes these materials at their advanced sorting facilities. However, items such as styrofoam, tanglers like garden hoses, and heavily soiled pizza boxes are strictly prohibited and belong in the regular trash. Keeping your recyclables loose and free of liquid residue ensures that the materials can actually be repurposed rather than rejected at the sorting center.
Bulky Item Pickups and Community Cleanup Events
Disposing of oversized items like old couches, mattresses, or broken appliances is simple for Pomona residents. You can directly request a bulky item pickup by contacting the Athens Customer Care Center at 888-314-0061. Placing large furniture on the curb without scheduling an appointment is considered illegal dumping and can result in municipal citations. In addition to residential pickups, the City of Pomona Public Works Department hosts annual Community Clean-Up events in various Council Districts, allowing locals to safely drop off electronic waste, used motor oil, and passenger tires.
Drop-off Facilities
Puente Hills Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)
13130 Crossroads Pkwy S, City of Industry, CA 91746
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How many free bulky item pickups can Pomona residents request?
Pomona residents are eligible for up to six free bulky item pickups per calendar year (limited to one request per bi-monthly billing cycle). Each pickup can include up to four large items and 10 bundles of wood or carpet. Call Athens Services at (888) 314-0061 to schedule.
What time do my trash containers need to be at the curb?
All containers must be placed curbside by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Ensure the bins are set against the curb, at least 1 foot apart from each other, and with the lids completely closed.
Can I put food waste in my yard waste container?
Yes! To comply with California's SB 1383, you must place all food scraps, including meat, bones, vegetables, and 100% plant-fiber food-soiled paper, directly into your green organics container along with your regular yard trimmings.
What should I do with old electronic devices and e-waste?
Electronic waste is strictly prohibited in your standard curbside bins. Items like computers, TVs, cell phones, and microwaves contain hazardous components. You must dispose of e-waste through specialized collection events or by dropping them off at a designated Los Angeles County hazardous waste facility.