Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Port Hueneme
Trash Day
Monday through Thursday, depending on your neighborhood street schedule.
Recycling
Same day as trash collection (Monday through Thursday, collected weekly).
Yard Waste
Same day as trash collection (Monday through Thursday).
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash collection fees are bundled into your monthly City of Port Hueneme municipal utility bill alongside water and sewer charges.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (ACH), In-Person, Mail, Drop Box, Phone
Pro Tip / Discount
The CityCARE Program offers a 7.5% discount on water, sewer, and trash bills for income-qualified residents enrolled in SCE's CARE program.
Black or Grey Bin (Trash)
Bag all trash securely. Place your cart curbside by 7:00 a.m. Monday through Thursday on your assigned day. Ensure the lid is completely closed to avoid overfill charges.
Accepted Items
- ✓Pet waste and kitty litter
- ✓Diapers and wipes
- ✓Styrofoam (expanded polystyrene)
- ✓Treated or painted wood
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and wrappers
- ✓Broken ceramics and window glass
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Place recyclables loosely in the blue cart. Never use plastic bags. An additional blue recycling cart can be requested at no extra charge if needed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Mixed paper, junk mail, and magazines
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Rigid plastic containers (#1-#7)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film
- ✕Food waste or liquids
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Batteries and e-waste
Yard Waste Bin
Place all yard waste and food scraps directly into the green cart. Do not use plastic bags. Dirt, rocks, and thick tree trunks (over 6 inches) are prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings, leaves, and weeds
- ✓Tree branches and prunings
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, produce)
- ✓Food-soiled paper (napkins, coffee filters)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-Demand (Wednesdays and Thursdays Only)
Placement
Call (805) 986-6650 to schedule. Place items curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your assigned pickup day. City drivers are not permitted to enter private premises or backyards.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (recycled for free)
- ✓ Large household appliances
- ✓ Bagged excess waste (arranged prior)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (paint, chemicals)
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, and asphalt
- ✕ Automotive parts and tires
Fees vary based on the item, but mattresses and box springs are collected and recycled for free under a special city program.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The only holidays that affect residential pickup schedules are Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. Service will be delayed by one day on the holiday and all subsequent days that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and recycling carts follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as the trash carts.
Holidays like Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Independence Day DO NOT delay waste collection in Port Hueneme. Place your carts out on your normal schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring Landscaping
March to MayDuring heavy spring pruning, do not overstuff your green cart or include branches larger than 6 inches in diameter. Instead, take advantage of the city's 300-gallon temporary greenwaste container rental program to manage large volumes of brush efficiently.
Winter Holidays
November to JanuaryPort Hueneme only delays trash collection for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your collection day falls on or after these holidays, service will be pushed back by one day for the rest of the week.
Local Tips & Community Info
Preserving Our Coastal Community: Port Hueneme Refuse Division
Nestled right along the Pacific, the City of Port Hueneme takes immense pride in maintaining pristine neighborhoods and protecting local marine ecosystems. To achieve this, the municipal Solid Waste Division directly manages all residential garbage, recycling, and organic waste collections. By providing a streamlined three-barrel system, the city empowers residents to easily sort their household discards, minimizing the environmental footprint and keeping local beaches free of runaway debris and pollution.
Barrel Roll-Out and Retrieval Regulations
Ocean winds can easily tip over unsecured containers, so proper placement is essential to prevent litter. Residents are instructed to have their carts on the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on their scheduled service day. Always place the barrels with the wheels positioned against the curb and the lid opening facing the street. Leave a minimum of three feet of clearance between each container and keep them safely away from parked vehicles. To comply with city code and keep streets clear for street sweepers, empty carts must be removed from the public right-of-way by 8:00 p.m. on the day of collection.
California SB 1383 and Proper Cart Sorting
Following statewide mandates, Port Hueneme aggressively promotes organic recycling. The green barrel is your destination for all yard clippings, leaves, and kitchen food scraps. Diverting this material creates valuable compost instead of harmful methane gas in landfills. The blue recycling cart is reserved for unbagged, clean recyclables such as cardboard, aluminum cans, glass bottles, and rigid plastics. Never put plastic grocery bags into the blue cart, as they severely damage sorting equipment at the recycling facility. Standard non-recyclable waste should always be securely bagged and placed into the black barrel.
Scheduling Pickups for Oversized Items
When you need to dispose of broken appliances, old mattresses, or large pieces of furniture, do not leave them abandoned on the sidewalk. The City of Port Hueneme offers residential utility customers complimentary bulky item pickups each year. You must contact the Solid Waste Division in advance to schedule a designated retrieval date. For toxic items like paint, motor oil, and batteries, residents must utilize specialized Ventura County hazardous waste drop-off events, as these dangerous materials are strictly prohibited in any residential curbside carts.
Drop-off Facilities
Del Norte Recycling & Transfer Station
111 S Del Norte Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93030
Materials Accepted
Clean Harbors Environmental Services
880 W Verdulera Street, Camarillo, CA 93010
Materials Accepted
City of Port Hueneme Public Works Yard
700 E Port Hueneme Road (Building B), Port Hueneme, CA 93041
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
When do I need to put my trash barrels out in Port Hueneme?
Barrels should be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated collection day and must be brought back onto your private property by 8:00 p.m. that evening.
How do I get rid of an old couch or mattress?
Residents can call the City of Port Hueneme Solid Waste Division to schedule a free bulky item pickup. These oversized items will not be collected unless an appointment is made in advance.
Can I bag my recyclables before putting them in the blue cart?
No, recyclables should be placed loosely in the blue barrel. Plastic bags clog the mechanical sorting screens at the recycling center and are considered severe contamination.