Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for West Puente Valley
Collections in California municipal routes run weekly (Mon-Fri). Your specific collection day is determined by your local neighborhood route.
State Mandate
Follow SB 1383 guidelines for food waste.
Black Bin (Trash)
Bag all trash securely to prevent litter. Place the black cart at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day with the lid completely closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Pet waste and kitty litter
- ✓Diapers
- ✓Styrofoam (expanded polystyrene)
- ✓Treated or painted wood
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Broken ceramics and window glass
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag your recyclables. Place all items loosely into the blue cart. Ensure containers are empty and reasonably clean of residue.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and clean paperboard
- ✓Mixed paper, junk mail, and magazines
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Rigid plastic containers (#1-#7)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Food or liquid waste
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Small plastics (utensils, straws)
Yard Waste Bin
Yard trimmings can be placed loosely in the cart. However, per LA County rules for this franchise area, all food waste MUST be placed inside a plastic bag before being dropped into the green cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings, leaves, and weeds
- ✓Tree branches and prunings
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, produce)
- ✓Food-soiled paper
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Unlimited on-call collections (requires advance request)
Placement
Place scheduled bulky items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day. Do not block traffic or pedestrian walkways.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, chairs, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large appliances (refrigerators, washers)
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, computers, stereos)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (paint, oil, chemicals)
- ✕ Automotive parts and tires
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris (concrete, dirt)
- ✕ Lithium-ion batteries
Standard bulky item pickups are included in your residential franchise service at no additional charge as long as they are scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, trash, recycling, and organics collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and recycling services follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as the trash service.
If the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there will be no delay in your regularly scheduled curbside service.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
The Exception to the Plastic Rule
In West Puente Valley, you must bag your food scraps in a plastic bag before placing them in the green organics cart. However, never use plastic bags in your blue recycling cart; recyclables must always remain loose.
E-Waste is Not Trash
Electronic waste, such as old televisions, computers, and charging cords, contains toxic heavy metals and is banned from landfills. Never throw them in your black cart. Instead, schedule a free electronic waste pickup with Valley Vista.
Styrofoam Goes in the Black Cart
Expanded polystyrene (Styrofoam) packing peanuts, blocks, and takeout containers cannot be processed at the local recycling facility. Always place Styrofoam securely in your black trash cart.
Seasonal Information
Winter Holidays
Late December to Mid-JanuaryValley Vista Services provides free curbside Christmas tree recycling. Remove all ornaments, lights, tinsel, and stands. Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut in half. Flocked trees cannot be composted and must be placed in or next to the black trash cart.
Fire Season
May to OctoberDuring peak fire season, property owners must maintain defensible space by clearing dry brush. If your yard work generates more debris than your green cart can hold, call Valley Vista 24 hours in advance to schedule a free excess green waste collection.
About West Puente Valley Waste Management
Navigating LA County's Franchise System in West Puente Valley
Because West Puente Valley is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP), its residential waste services are not managed by a local city council, but rather by Los Angeles County Public Works. The community falls under the Bassett/Valinda/San Jose Hills/West Puente Valley franchise area. Valley Vista Services holds the exclusive contract to provide trash, recycling, and organics collection, ensuring standardized rates, reduced truck traffic, and lower emissions across neighborhood streets.
Mandatory Organics Recycling and the 'Bag It' Rule
To comply with California's SB 1383 mandate, West Puente Valley residents must divert all food scraps and organic waste from the landfill using their 96-gallon green cart. However, this specific LA County franchise area enforces a highly unique rule: residents are required to place all food waste inside a sealed plastic bag before tossing it into the green cart. This differs from most California jurisdictions (where plastic is strictly banned in compost bins) and is designed to accommodate the specific anaerobic digestion or sorting technology utilized at the local processing facility.
Bulky Item and Excess Waste Perks
One of the major benefits of the LA County franchise agreement with Valley Vista Services is the provision for excess waste. If you are doing spring cleaning or heavy yard work and your carts are overflowing, you don't have to wait until next week. Residents can request excess trash or excess green waste collections, as well as bulky item pickups, by simply calling Valley Vista at least 24 hours before their regular service day.
Safe Disposal of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)
Keeping toxic materials out of the San Gabriel Valley watershed is a community priority. Hazardous items like motor oil, wet paint, pesticides, and lithium-ion batteries are strictly prohibited from all curbside carts. While West Puente Valley does not have a permanent HHW facility within its immediate borders, residents can utilize LA County's free weekend mobile HHW collection events or drive to regional S.A.F.E. Collection Centers for proper disposal.
Drop-off Facilities
Puente Hills Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)
13130 Crossroads Pkwy S, City of Industry, CA 91746
Materials Accepted
Los Angeles County Mobile HHW Collection Events
Various locations across LA County
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides trash collection for West Puente Valley?
Because West Puente Valley is an unincorporated community, waste services are managed by Los Angeles County Public Works under a Residential Franchise System. Valley Vista Services holds the exclusive contract for this specific zone.
Are plastic bags allowed in the green organics cart?
Yes, and they are actually required for food waste. Per LA County rules for this specific franchise area, all food scraps must be placed in a plastic bag before being thrown into the green organics cart. Yard trimmings, however, can remain loose.
How do I get rid of an old mattress or couch in West Puente Valley?
Residents are entitled to free, on-call bulky item collections. Simply call Valley Vista Services at (800) 442-6454 at least 24 hours before your normal trash day to schedule a curbside pickup.
What should I do if my green cart is full from yard work?
If you have excess green waste that will not fit in your cart with the lid closed, do not overfill it. You can call Valley Vista Services 24 hours prior to your regular service day to request a free excess green waste collection.