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
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Close the Lid to Avoid Fees
The city defines an overfilled container as any cart where waste extends above the top plane of the bin. Always ensure your lid closes completely, or you will be charged an overfill fee on your next utility bill.
Keep Plastic Bags Out of Recycling
Plastic grocery bags and garbage bags are the most common contaminants in the blue cart. They jam the sorting machines at the local facility. Place all recyclables into the cart loosely.
Batteries Belong at Public Works
Never throw household batteries in any of your curbside carts. They cause dangerous fires in collection trucks. Port Hueneme residents can drop off batteries free of charge at the Public Works yard or City Hall.
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.
About Port Hueneme Waste Management
Municipal-Run Waste Services
Unlike many neighboring cities in Ventura County that franchise their residential waste collection to private companies, the City of Port Hueneme operates its own municipal Solid Waste Division. This in-house operation manages the automated collection of trash, recycling, and organics for all residents, commercial businesses, and the Naval Base in Port Hueneme, ensuring direct accountability to the community.
Temporary Greenwaste Rentals for Heavy Landscaping
Tackling a major yard clean-up? Port Hueneme offers a unique service allowing residents to rent a massive 300-gallon temporary greenwaste container for a low fee (currently $17.14 for a 6-day period). Dropped off on Thursday and removed the following Tuesday, this is an excellent municipal perk for residents managing seasonal pruning, eliminating the need to overfill standard carts or make trips to the transfer station.
Free Mattress and Box Spring Recycling
To combat illegal dumping in city alleyways and save valuable landfill space, the Solid Waste Division proudly offers a Free Mattress and Box Spring Recycling Program. Residents simply need to schedule a pickup, and the city will remove these bulky items on their designated large-item collection days without adding heavy disposal fees to their utility bill.
Mandatory Organics Recycling (SB 1383)
In compliance with California’s SB 1383 regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Port Hueneme mandates organics recycling for all residential accounts. Your green cart is not just for yard trimmings—it is the required destination for all household food scraps, including meat, bones, dairy, and food-soiled paper products. Keeping these items out of the landfill is critical for the local environment.
Strict Overfill Policies and Fees
Port Hueneme actively enforces a strict 'closed lid' policy to keep neighborhoods clean and prevent pest issues. If your trash or recycling cart is overfilled to the point where the lid cannot close, or if bags extend above the top plane of the container, the city will assess a specific overage fee to your Water/Sewer/Trash account. Keeping waste compact and properly sorted helps avoid these surprise charges.
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
Who is the trash collector for Port Hueneme?
The City of Port Hueneme operates its own municipal Solid Waste Division, meaning city employees manage the trash, recycling, and organic waste collection rather than a franchised private company.
Will I be charged if my trash can lid doesn't close?
Yes. The city actively enforces an overfill policy. If your trash or recycling cart is overstuffed (defined as waste extending above the top plane of the container), a fee of approximately $3.50 will be added to your utility bill.
How do I throw away an old mattress in Port Hueneme?
The city offers a Free Mattress and Box Spring Recycling Program. Call the Solid Waste Division at (805) 986-6650 to schedule an appointment. Pickups for large items only occur on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Can I get a larger container if I have a lot of yard waste?
Yes! Port Hueneme residents can request a temporary 300-gallon greenwaste container rental for a 6-day period for just $17.14. It is dropped off on Thursday and removed on Tuesday. Call public works to reserve one.