Gray Bin (Trash)
Bag all trash before placing it into the gray cart to minimize odors and prevent litter. Do not overfill the cart; the lid must close completely.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and styrofoam
- ✓Broken ceramics and glassware
- ✓Chip bags and candy wrappers
Blue Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loosely into the blue cart without being bagged in plastic. Containers should be lightly rinsed to remove food residue.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (empty and rinsed)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Food waste or liquids
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords, wires)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics and batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Never place plastic bags in the green cart, even if they are labeled 'biodegradable'. Yard waste and food scraps should be placed directly inside the bin.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Small branches and prunings
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, fruits, vegetables)
- ✓Food-soiled paper products
- ✓Non-hazardous untreated wood waste
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two free curbside pickups per calendar year
Placement
Place approved items at the curb by 6:00 AM on the scheduled pickup day, ensuring they do not block pedestrian walkways or vehicle traffic.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (couches, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Bulky appliances (washers, dryers, refrigerators)
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, computers, stereos)
- ✓ Passenger tires
- ✓ Bagged excess trash
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Automotive parts
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (chemicals, paint)
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, and hot ashes
Once a household uses its two free annual pickups, additional bulky waste removals can be scheduled for an extra fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your regular pickup day falls on or after an observed federal holiday, your trash, recycling, and green waste services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Organic waste (green cart) and recycling (blue cart) collections follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard garbage collection.
Regular collection schedules resume on Monday of the following week. Always place carts out by 6:00 AM on your adjusted service day.
Observed Holidays
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Keep E-Waste Out of the Carts
Electronics such as computers, microwaves, phones, extension cords, and devices with batteries cannot go into any curbside cart. They pose a significant fire hazard in collection trucks and must be processed through specialized e-waste drop-offs or scheduled as a bulky item pickup.
Beware of Hot Ashes
Do not dispose of hot ashes from grills or fire pits in any disposal container. Always allow ashes to cool completely for at least 48 hours, bag them securely, and place them in the gray trash cart.
Ditch the Plastic Bags
The most common contaminant in Selma's recycling and organics streams is plastic bags. Bagging recyclables jams up the sorting machinery at the Material Recovery Facility, and plastic bags in the green cart ruin the resulting compost.
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryFollowing the holidays, Mid Valley Disposal collects unflocked, undecorated Christmas trees for recycling. Holiday trees are 100% recyclable when properly stripped of lights, ornaments, and stands.
Fall
October - NovemberDuring heavy leaf-drop season, ensure all yard waste fits entirely inside your green organics cart with the lid closed. Do not pile excess yard waste on the ground or in the street, as the automated trucks cannot collect it.
About Selma Waste Management
Comprehensive Waste Solutions in the Raisin Capital
Nestled in Fresno County, the City of Selma partners with Mid Valley Disposal to manage its residential solid waste, recycling, and organic collection. Single-family homes in Selma utilize a standardized three-cart system consisting of a gray cart for landfill waste, a blue cart for recyclables, and a green cart for organics. This setup is strategically designed to help the city meet California’s aggressive waste diversion mandates while keeping neighborhoods clean and sustainable.
Organics Recycling and SB 1383 Compliance
In direct compliance with California Senate Bill 1383, Selma requires all residents to separate their organic waste. Your green cart is not just for yard trimmings anymore; it must also be used for all food scraps, including meat, dairy, bones, and food-soiled paper products. Diverting these organic materials from the landfill dramatically reduces the emission of methane gas and allows Mid Valley Disposal to process the waste into nutrient-rich compost at their specialized local facilities.
Navigating the Mid Valley Disposal Cart Rules
To ensure seamless curbside collection, Mid Valley Disposal requires all residential carts to be placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on your designated service day. Proper placement is essential for the automated trucks to operate safely. Carts must be set at least three feet apart from one another and kept clear of parked vehicles, mailboxes, and low-hanging tree branches. All lids must be completely closed to prevent litter from blowing into Selma’s streets.
Convenient Bulky Item Collection Programs
Getting rid of large, unwieldy items in Selma is straightforward thanks to a robust bulky item program. Each residential household is entitled to two free curbside bulky item pickups per calendar year. This convenient service covers everything from old couches and mattresses to e-waste and passenger tires, eliminating the need to haul heavy materials to the transfer station yourself. Residents can easily schedule their complimentary pickups online or by calling Mid Valley Disposal directly.
Drop-off Facilities
Fresno MRF & Transfer Station (Mid Valley Disposal)
2721 S. Elm Ave, Fresno, CA 93706
Materials Accepted
Kingsburg MRF & Transfer Station
1535 Avenue 392, Kingsburg, CA 93631
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides trash service in Selma, CA?
The City of Selma partners with Mid Valley Disposal to provide residential and commercial trash, recycling, and organics collection services.
How do I schedule a bulky item pickup in Selma?
Residential households receive two free bulky item pickups per year. You can schedule a pickup by calling Mid Valley Disposal at (559) 567-0649 or by submitting a bulky item request form on their official website.
What happens to my trash pickup on a holiday?
If a major federal holiday (such as Christmas or Thanksgiving) falls on or before your normal collection day, your service will be delayed by one day for that week. If the holiday falls on a weekend, your schedule typically remains unaffected.
Can I put food scraps in my green waste bin?
Yes. Due to California's SB 1383 requirements, all Selma residents must place food waste (including meat, dairy, and bones) and food-soiled paper products directly into the green organics cart along with standard yard trimmings.