Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Selma
Trash Day
Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone
Recycling
Collected weekly on the same day as trash
Yard Waste
Collected weekly on the same day as trash
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash, recycling, and organics services are billed directly on your annual Fresno County property tax statement.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Property Tax Bill
Pro Tip / Discount
A Disability Roll-Out Trash Collection Service is available for eligible residents unable to wheel carts to the curb.
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
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.
Local Tips & Community Info
Solid Waste Services in the Raisin Capital
Nestled in the heart of the Central Valley, the City of Selma takes pride in maintaining clean and beautiful neighborhoods. Residential garbage, recycling, and organic waste collection is managed through an exclusive partnership with Waste Connections, operating locally as Selma Disposal and Recycling. Every single-family home is provided with a standard set of three rolling carts. This municipal system is specifically structured to help our community meet stringent state diversion goals while keeping neighborhood streets free of unsightly debris.
Rules for Cart Spacing and Collection Times
Because the local hauler uses automated side-loading trucks, residents must adhere to strict placement guidelines. On your designated service day, carts must be at the curb by 6:00 a.m. to guarantee collection. Position the bins side-by-side with at least three feet of clearance between them, and ensure the wheels are resting flush against the gutter. You must also keep the containers away from basketball hoops, mailboxes, and parked cars. City ordinances require that all empty carts be removed from the street and stored out of public view by the evening following your pickup.
What Goes Where? Navigating the Bins
Properly separating your household waste is a legal requirement under California's SB 1383 regulations. The green cart is designated exclusively for compostable organics, meaning all lawn trimmings, leaves, and kitchen food scraps must go here. Plastic bags are strictly banned from the green bin. Your blue cart is for clean recyclables, such as flattened cardboard boxes, aluminum cans, and rigid plastics. All other non-hazardous household refuse, including heavily soiled paper products and pet waste, must be thrown into the gray or black landfill container.
Disposing of Oversized Items
Central Valley residents occasionally need to discard items that simply will not fit into a standard rolling cart. Selma Disposal offers convenient solutions for getting rid of old mattresses, broken couches, and obsolete household appliances. Instead of illegally dumping these large items in alleys or vacant lots, residents can contact the customer service office directly to schedule a bulky waste pickup. A specialized flatbed truck will be dispatched on an agreed-upon date to haul the oversized materials away safely.
Holiday Delays in the Central Valley
Throughout the calendar year, regular hauling schedules will shift in observance of major holidays, including Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your normal collection morning falls on or after one of these dates during the week, your bins will be serviced exactly one day later than usual. If the holiday happens to fall on a Saturday or Sunday, residential collection routes remain completely unaffected.
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
Which company provides garbage collection in Selma, CA?
Selma Disposal and Recycling, a subsidiary of Waste Connections, is the franchise hauler responsible for all residential and commercial waste collection in the city.
What time do my garbage carts need to be at the curb?
To ensure your bins are not missed by the automated trucks, they must be placed at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day.
Are plastic grocery bags allowed in the green organics bin?
No. State composting regulations prohibit all plastics from the organics cart. Food scraps and yard trimmings must be placed loosely into the green bin.