Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Rosemead
Trash Day
Collection runs Wednesday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Same day as trash collection (weekly in the blue cart).
Yard Waste
Same day as trash collection (weekly in the green organics cart).
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day (or after 6:00 PM the evening before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Waste collection is managed under an exclusive city contract by Republic Services and billed directly to residents. Single-family households are also entitled to up to 5 free bulky item pickups per year.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Seniors (aged 62 and older meeting income guidelines) and residents with disabilities can receive a 10% monthly discount and free walkout collection service.
Black Bin (Trash)
All household trash must fit securely inside the 96-gallon black cart with the lid closed. Do not overfill the cart or place extra bags on the ground without arranging a special pickup.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
- ✓Polystyrene foam (Styrofoam)
- ✓Chip bags and multi-layer snack wrappers
- ✓Treated or painted wood
- ✓Broken glass and ceramics
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Place recyclables loose in the blue cart. Never bag your recyclables. Food-soiled paper and cardboard must be redirected to the green organics cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean, dry paper and cardboard
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic containers, jugs, and bottles
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Empty, non-toxic aerosol cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Food waste and liquids
- ✕Food-soiled cardboard (like greasy pizza boxes)
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Tanglers (cords, wires, hoses)
Green Bin (Yard Waste)
All organic matter must go directly into the green cart. Do not use standard plastic bags. Keep the lid closed to deter pests.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings, leaves, and weeds
- ✓Branches and plant trimmings
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, fruits, vegetables)
- ✓Coffee grounds and tea bags
- ✓Food-soiled paper and cardboard
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
5 free collection events per year
Placement
Only place bulky items out at the curb after 6:00 p.m. on the night before your scheduled service day. Earlier placement may result in a code violation.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, chairs, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Household appliances
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, computers)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, oil, chemicals)
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Tires and automotive parts
- ✕ Commercial or industrial waste
Multi-family dwellings (5 units or more) receive 6 large item pickups up to 5 times per year. Additional items beyond the limit may incur a fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, sanitation collection for the remainder of that week will be delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Organic waste and recycling collection follow the exact same delayed holiday schedule as regular trash.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, your collection schedule will not be interrupted.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - MayTake advantage of the City's Spring Compost Giveaway and Clean-Up event. Remember to bring your own shovel and wear closed-toe shoes to the Klingerman St. lot, as the compost loading is entirely self-serve.
Year-Round
January - DecemberStreet sweeping is provided weekly by Sweeping Corporation of America (SCA) on the day following your scheduled garbage collection. Ensure all your curbside carts are promptly removed from the street after they are emptied to avoid sweeping citations.
Fall
October - NovemberDuring Rosemead's Fall bulky item cleanups, ensure you place any scheduled bulk items at the curb only after 6:00 p.m. the night before your collection day. Placing items out earlier can result in a code violation notice.
Local Tips & Community Info
Your Guide to Rosemead Curbside Collection
In the City of Rosemead, residential waste and recycling collection is exclusively handled by Republic Services. To guarantee a smooth pickup process, residents should roll their black trash, blue recycling, and green organics carts out to the curb either the night before or no later than 6:00 a.m. on their scheduled service day. Be sure your carts face the street with the wheels positioned against the curb or gutter. Leave a minimum of two feet of clearance between each container and at least five feet of space away from parked vehicles or mailboxes so the automated mechanical arms can safely grasp the bins. Empty containers must be brought back onto your property by 7:00 p.m. on your collection day.
Recycling Guidelines and Contamination Rules
Keeping Rosemead's recycling stream clean is vital. Your blue 96-gallon cart is intended for empty, clean, and dry recyclables. This includes flattened cardboard, paper, glass bottles, and rigid plastics. It is very important to scrape, wipe, or gently rinse out food residue from jars and cans before tossing them in. If an item, such as a greasy pizza box or a half-full pasta sauce jar, is too dirty, it belongs in the landfill bin or the compost cart, depending on the material. Republic Services drivers actively monitor for contamination. If a blue cart contains excessive non-recyclable materials, it may be tagged and serviced as regular trash, which could result in additional fees.
Organics and Food Waste Composting
California state law requires all residents to separate organic waste from the general trash supply. Your green 96-gallon organics cart is designated for all yard trimmings like grass clippings, leaves, and small branches, as well as household food scraps. You can toss in meat, bones, dairy products, eggshells, fruit peels, and food-soiled paper such as napkins and coffee filters. Please remember to remove all packaging from processed foods before composting them. Never place plastic bags, pet waste, diapers, or treated wood into the green container, as these materials ruin the composting process.
Free Bulky Item Pickups for Residents
Disposing of large, unwanted household items in Rosemead is incredibly convenient and cost-effective. Single-family residential customers are entitled to an impressive 25 free bulky item pickups per calendar year, with a limit of up to five items per scheduled collection. Acceptable items include old furniture, mattresses, and major appliances. Multi-family dwellings of five or more units also receive complimentary large item pickups throughout the year. You must contact Republic Services customer support at least forty-eight hours in advance to schedule your removal. Hazardous materials like paint and chemicals are not accepted and must be taken to a Los Angeles County household hazardous waste roundup.
Holiday Service Interruptions and Scavenging Prevention
Republic Services observes six major holidays annually: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If your usual trash day falls on or after one of these holidays during the workweek, collection will be delayed by one day. To protect your recyclables and maintain neighborhood privacy, the City of Rosemead actively enforces anti-scavenging codes. If you want to deter unauthorized individuals from digging through your bins, code enforcement suggests placing your blue recycling cart out closer to 7:00 a.m. on the morning of collection rather than the night before. You can report active scavenging directly to the Rosemead Code Enforcement hotline.
Drop-off Facilities
City of Rosemead E-Waste & Shredding Event Lot
Walnut Grove Ave. and Klingerman St., Rosemead, CA 91770
Materials Accepted
Los Angeles County SAFE Centers (S.A.F.E. Collection Centers)
Multiple regional locations (Visit CleanLA.com for nearest center)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I report scavengers digging through my blue recycling bin in Rosemead?
If you witness individuals scavenging through trash or recycling containers, you can report them to Rosemead Code Enforcement by calling (626) 569-2292. To help deter this activity, wait until 7:00 a.m. on your collection day to place your bins on the curb.
How do I safely dispose of household batteries in Rosemead?
You can schedule a free household battery pickup by calling Republic Services at (800) 299-4898 at least one week prior to your service day. Place the batteries in a sealed Ziploc bag and leave them on top of your trash cart lid on the morning of collection.
What happens if I sort my trash incorrectly into the new carts?
Republic Services monitors cart contents for compliance with SB 1383. If incorrect items (like food waste in the black cart or plastic in the green cart) are found, a contamination notice will be placed on your bin. After three notices, you may be subject to a fine.
How many free bulky item pickups do I get per year?
Single-family and standard multi-family residents in Rosemead receive up to 5 free bulky item pickup events per year. You must call Republic Services one business day in advance to schedule the pickup, and items can only be placed out after 6:00 p.m. the night before.