Black Bin (Trash)
Place carts curbside by 6:00 a.m. at least 3 feet apart. Lids must close completely. Do not dispose of hot ashes, hazardous waste, or construction debris in this container.
Accepted Items
- ✓Non-recyclable trash
- ✓Styrofoam
- ✓Clothes and shoes
- ✓Diapers and bathroom waste
- ✓Plastic bags
- ✓Aluminum foil and wrappers
- ✓Packaging peanuts
- ✓Palm fronds
- ✓Pet waste
- ✓Succulents and cacti
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Keep items clean, dry, and loose. Do not bag recyclables in plastic bags. Do not overfill your cart; the lid must be able to close.
Accepted Items
- ✓Mixed paper (clean and dry)
- ✓Flattened cardboard boxes
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass jars and bottles
- ✓Recyclable plastics #1, #2, and #5
Do NOT Include
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Liquids
- ✕Organic materials
- ✕Packaging peanuts
- ✕Pet waste
- ✕Yard trimmings
Yard Waste Bin
Do not use plastic bags. No building materials, cacti, succulents, yucca, dirt, sand, stones, or palm fronds are permitted.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Tree trimmings (under 4 inches diameter or 4 feet length)
- ✓Untreated wood
- ✓Fruits and vegetables
- ✓Coffee grounds and eggshells
- ✓Meat, poultry, and fish
- ✓Food-soiled paper and cardboard
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By Request (plus biannual drop-off events)
Placement
Do not place bulky items inside or blocking your automated collection carts. Items must be set out according to the specific instructions provided during scheduling.
Accepted
- ✓ Old appliances
- ✓ Couches and mattresses
- ✓ Electronic waste
- ✓ Tires (fee may apply)
- ✓ Bagged trash
- ✓ Household junk
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Chemicals and paints
- ✕ Hot ashes
- ✕ Commercial construction debris
- ✕ Large automotive parts
Bulky item pickup at your home is offered at a special rate through Mid Valley Disposal. The City's two annual Clean-up Day drop-off events are available to single-family residents. Contact (559) 637-4200 ext. 218 for scheduling or current rates.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If one of the observed holidays falls on a Monday through Friday, collection services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Green waste and organics collection follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash and recycling.
Mid Valley Disposal observes only these three major holidays for route delays. Normal service schedules apply on all other federal holidays.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Exclude 'Tanglers' from the Blue Cart
Items like rubber hoses, ropes, clothing, and string lights are notorious 'tanglers' that jam the sorting machinery at Mid Valley Disposal's recycling facilities. Always place these items in your black trash cart.
Keep Palm Fronds and Succulents Out of the Green Cart
While they grow abundantly in Reedley's climate, palm fronds, cacti, succulents, and yucca are too tough and fibrous for the commercial composting process. These plants must be disposed of in the black trash bin.
No Plastic Bags in Organics or Recycling
Never bag your recyclables or organic waste. Plastic bags get stuck in sorting screens and contaminate nutrient-rich compost. Keep all accepted items loose inside the blue and green bins.
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryFollowing Christmas, residents can recycle natural holiday trees by removing all stands, lights, ornaments, and tinsel. Cut the tree into halves or thirds and place the pieces entirely inside your green yard waste container. Flocked trees are not accepted.
Summer
July - SeptemberDuring peak summer fruit harvesting and high heat in Reedley, organic food scraps in the green bin can decompose rapidly and attract pests. Residents are encouraged to freeze meat and food scraps in a reusable container until the night before collection day to minimize odors and flies.
About Reedley Waste Management
Reedley's Comprehensive Waste Collection Program
As 'The World's Fruit Basket' nestled along the Kings River, the City of Reedley prioritizes environmental stewardship through its exclusive partnership with Mid Valley Disposal. Residential curbside service utilizes a standard three-cart automated system (black for trash, blue for recycling, and green for organics) to ensure efficient and sanitary collection. Carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day, spaced at least three feet apart, and kept clear of parked vehicles to allow the automated mechanical arms to operate safely.
Mandatory Organics Recycling Under SB 1383
In compliance with California's SB 1383 mandates, Reedley residents must participate in strict organics recycling to reduce landfill methane emissions. All food scraps—including fruit and vegetable trimmings, meat, bones, pasta, and coffee grounds—must be deposited directly into your green organics cart alongside traditional yard waste like leaves and branches. Mid Valley Disposal strictly prohibits plastic bags, glass, or pet waste in the green cart, as these materials ruin the commercial composting process.
Bulky Item and E-Waste Disposal Solutions
For items too large for your curbside bins, Mid Valley Disposal offers a convenient bulky item pickup service directly from your Reedley residence for an additional low rate. Additionally, the City typically hosts biannual Clean-up Day Events—one in the spring and one in the fall—where single-family households can drop off excess garbage, old furniture, and appliances at designated locations. This helps keep local streets and the Kings River watershed clean and free of illegal dumping.
Managing Central Valley Weather and Holiday Schedules
The Central Valley's dense winter fog and occasional heavy rains can impact morning collection routes, making it crucial to have your bins out right at 6:00 a.m. Furthermore, Reedley observes three primary holidays that pause collection: New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. If any of these holidays fall on a weekday, services for the remainder of the week are delayed by one day, with regular schedules resuming the following week.
Drop-off Facilities
Mid Valley Disposal - Kingsburg MRF & Transfer Station
1535 Avenue 392, Kingsburg, CA 93631
Materials Accepted
Mid Valley Disposal - Kerman MRF & Transfer Station
15300 W. Jensen Ave, Kerman, CA 93630
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles residential trash and recycling in Reedley?
Mid Valley Disposal is the franchised waste hauler for the City of Reedley. However, residential customers must contact the City of Reedley directly at (559) 637-4200 ext. 218 for all changes to service levels, bin replacements, or special services.
What should I do with excess yard waste that doesn't fit in my green cart?
Do not overfill your green cart, as the lid must be completely closed for the automated arm to lift it. If you have extra branches, ensure they are cut to less than 4 inches in diameter and 4 feet in length, and wait until your next collection day or utilize a local transfer station.
Can I put pet waste or cat litter in the green organics bin?
No. While it is organic, pet waste and cat litter contain pathogens that contaminate the commercial composting process. All animal waste must be securely bagged and placed in the black trash cart.
Does Reedley have a city-wide clean-up day for large junk?
Yes, Reedley typically hosts two annual Clean-up Day Events (one in the spring and one in the fall). During these events, eligible single-family households can drop off excess garbage and bulky items at designated locations.