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
!Contamination Tips
Prevent Collection Truck Fires
Never toss lithium-ion batteries or devices with embedded batteries into any of your curbside carts. When compacted in the county's collection trucks, punctured batteries can spark and cause dangerous explosions. Recycle them at HHW facilities instead.
Keep Organics Plastic-Free
Sacramento County strictly bans all plastic items from the organics cart, including plastic utensils, film wrap, and garden hoses. If you prefer to contain your food waste, you must use BPI-certified compostable bags or simple paper bags.
Set Recycling Loose
The SacGreenTeam sorting facility utilizes mechanical screens that will jam if wrapped in plastic bags. Never bag your recyclables; instead, empty them directly into the blue cart to ensure they are properly processed.
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.
About Rosemont Waste Management
Residential Waste Services in Rosemont
As an unincorporated census-designated place, Rosemont's residential garbage, recycling, and organics services are fully managed by the Sacramento County Department of Waste Management & Recycling, often referred to as the SacGreenTeam. Residents utilize a standard three-cart system and have access to various specialized county programs, including free household hazardous waste drop-off events and seasonal compost giveaways.
Understanding the Sacramento County Cart Schedule
Rosemont households must adhere to the county's alternating collection schedule. While garbage and organic waste carts are collected every single week, the blue recycling carts are only picked up every other week. To ensure service, residents must place their bins at the curb by 6:00 a.m. with the handles facing the home. Carts need a minimum of 3 feet of clearance from each other and 6 feet from objects like cars, mailboxes, or basketball hoops.
Mandated Organics Recycling Under SB 1383
In compliance with California's SB 1383, Rosemont residents are legally required to divert all organic material from the landfill. The green Organics cart is designated for all yard trimmings, food scraps, and food-soiled paper products. Keeping these items out of the regular trash reduces harmful methane emissions and allows the county to convert the waste into nutrient-dense compost and mulch, which is later offered back to the community.
Annual Bulky Waste Appointment Allowances
Each residential curbside customer in Rosemont is entitled to one free bulky waste pickup appointment every 12 months, covering up to five cubic yards of material (roughly the size of a standard pickup truck bed). The 12-month cycle begins on the date of your last service, rather than resetting on January 1st. If you exceed the five cubic yard limit, the county allows up to 15 cubic yards total, but extra fees will be applied to your utility bill.
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
Does my garbage pickup day change if a holiday falls on a weekday in Rosemont?
No. Sacramento County's collection trucks operate 365 days a year. Regardless of whether a holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving falls on your normal collection day, you must place your carts at the curb by 6:00 a.m..
How do I report a missed trash pickup in Rosemont?
If you had your carts out by 6:00 a.m. and they were missed, you should call 3-1-1 (or 916-875-4311) to report the missed service to Sacramento County Customer Service.
Can I put pet waste in the green organics cart?
No. Pet waste, animal litter, and dead animals are strictly prohibited in the green organics cart. They must be bagged and placed securely in the regular garbage cart.
What is the limit for the free bulky waste pickup?
The standard curbside service includes one free bulky waste pickup every 12 months for up to 5 cubic yards of acceptable material. This is roughly a pile measuring 8 feet long, 4 feet wide, and 4 feet high. Extra material up to 15 cubic yards can be collected for an additional fee.