Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Rosemont
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood; garbage and organic waste are collected weekly, while recycling is picked up every other week.
Recycling
Every other week on your designated collection day
Yard Waste
Weekly on your designated collection day (placed in the green organics cart)
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash collection fees in Rosemont are billed bi-monthly and consolidated with county sewer and water services through Sacramento County Consolidated Utilities Billing and Service (CUBS).
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Sacramento County provides monthly rate assistance credits for low-income residents enrolled in SMUD's EAPR or PG&E's CARE programs. Disability assistance exemptions are also available for cart placement.
Gray or Black Bin (Trash)
Lids must be completely closed. Do not pack heavy or bulky items (dirt, rocks, sod) that prevent material from falling freely into the collection truck.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and styrofoam
- ✓Treated, painted, or stained wood
- ✓Broken glass and ceramics
Blue Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be empty and dry. Place items loose in the recycling cart; absolutely no bagging is allowed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (lids and labels okay)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Rigid plastic containers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Food waste or liquids
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Only use paper bags or BPI-certified (ASTM D6400) compostable bags for food scraps. Standard plastic bags are strictly prohibited in the green organics cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Small branches (under 4 inches in diameter)
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, produce)
- ✓Food-soiled paper and coffee filters
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
One free appointment per 12-month period
Placement
Place items in a pile no larger than 8' x 4' x 4' (5 cubic yards). Keep material 6 feet away from fences, mailboxes, and cars, and ensure there is 14.5 feet of overhead clearance. Do not place under utility lines.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Appliances (must be empty, doors removed/taped)
- ✓ E-waste (TVs, monitors, phones)
- ✓ Clean lumber and tree trimmings (max 4 inches wide, 5 feet long)
- ✓ Up to four tires (rims OK)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Commercial or business waste
- ✕ Concrete, dirt, rocks, or bricks
- ✕ Tree stumps or heavy auto bodies
- ✕ Glass panes, mirrors, or shower doors
- ✕ Hot ashes or fireworks
If your pile exceeds the 5 cubic yard limit, you will be charged additional fees up to a maximum allowance of 15 cubic yards.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Sacramento County Waste Management & Recycling runs collection routes 365 days a year. Even on major holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year's Day, you must have your carts at the curb by 6:00 a.m..
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and recycling carts are also collected on all holidays without delay.
While collection trucks still run on holidays, the Consolidated Utilities Billing and Service (CUBS) offices and customer service lines will be closed.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring and Summer
March - OctoberRosemont residents can take advantage of the county's Self-Serve Compost Program. Running seasonally from mid-March to late October, residents can pick up free compost made from the very organics collected at the curb for use in home landscaping and gardening projects.
Local Tips & Community Info
Sacramento County DWMR Services in Rosemont
As a vibrant unincorporated community in Sacramento County, Rosemont follows the comprehensive sanitation guidelines established by the Sacramento County Department of Waste Management & Recycling (DWMR). Maintaining tidy streets and reducing environmental impact requires every household to actively participate in the local three-cart system. By familiarizing yourself with DWMR’s sorting rules and collection timelines, you help divert valuable materials away from the Kiefer Landfill while supporting regional sustainability efforts.
Early Morning Cart Placement and Clearances
Automated garbage trucks require specific clearances to operate safely and effectively on residential streets. DWMR regulations dictate that your carts must be positioned at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day. When placing the containers, ensure there is a strict three-foot gap between each bin. Additionally, carts must be kept at least six feet away from parked vehicles, basketball hoops, and mailboxes, with 14.5 feet of overhead clearance to avoid snagging low-hanging tree branches.
Set It Loose Recycling and Green Organics
The county enforces a strict Set It Loose! policy for the blue recycling cart. This means that all clean cardboard, glass jars, and plastic containers must be placed directly into the bin without the use of plastic bags. Similarly, your green organics cart is collected weekly and is intended for all yard trimmings and food scraps, including meat and dairy. Keeping plastic film out of both the blue and green carts is critical, as bags easily tangle and damage sorting machinery.
Scheduling a Bulky Waste Appointment
If you are upgrading furniture or clearing out a garage, you cannot simply leave oversized items next to your standard carts. Rosemont residents are eligible to utilize the county's Bulky Waste Collection program for items that are too large for the regular garbage bin. You can easily schedule a curbside pickup for appliances, mattresses, and e-waste by downloading the SacGreenTeam mobile app or by calling the DWMR directly at 916-875-5555.
The Danger of Batteries and HHW
Discarding lithium-ion batteries and other Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) in your curbside bins poses a massive fire risk. Batteries frequently combust when crushed inside collection trucks. Therefore, items like cleaning chemicals, motor oil, fluorescent tubes, and battery-embedded devices must never go in your trash. Instead, you can properly dispose of these dangerous materials by taking them to the North Area Recovery Station (NARS) or another authorized HHW drop-off facility.
Service Interruptions and Holidays
Waste collection occurs consistently throughout the year, but major federal holidays can cause temporary shifts in your neighborhood's schedule. If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the remainder of that week will be delayed by one day. To stay completely updated on schedule changes and receive helpful reminders, residents are encouraged to utilize the SacGreenTeam app’s collection calendar tool.
Drop-off Facilities
Kiefer Landfill
12701 Kiefer Blvd, Sloughhouse, CA 95683
Materials Accepted
North Area Recovery Station (NARS)
4450 Roseville Rd, North Highlands, CA 95660
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides trash collection for Rosemont?
Trash, recycling, and organics collections in the unincorporated community of Rosemont are managed by the Sacramento County Department of Waste Management & Recycling (DWMR).
What time should my carts be on the curb?
All carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated collection day, ensuring there is a three-foot clearance around each container.
Can I put plastic bags in my blue recycling bin?
No. Sacramento County enforces a Set It Loose policy, meaning all recyclables must be placed loose, empty, and dry into the blue cart without being bagged.