Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Windsor
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.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste and recycling services in the Town of Windsor are provided directly by Sonoma County Resource Recovery (SCRR), which bills residential customers separately from Town water and sewer utilities.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Low-income rate assistance programs and financial aid resources are available for eligible households.
Gray Bin (Trash)
Do not put dirt, rocks, concrete, or hazardous waste in the gray cart. Close the lid tightly to prevent windblown litter.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bags, film, wrappers, and bubble wrap
- ✓Compostable plastics and bioplastics
- ✓Styrofoam/Polystyrene
- ✓Pet waste and diapers
- ✓Plastic-coated paper products
- ✓Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- ✓Damaged textiles and household dishware
Blue (Split Cart) Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be empty and clean. Except for shredded paper, do not bag your recyclables. Sort materials correctly into the Blue or Yellow side.
Accepted Items
- ✓Blue Side: Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Blue Side: Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Blue Side: Rigid plastics (#1, #2, #5)
- ✓Yellow Side: Corrugated cardboard and paper boxes
- ✓Yellow Side: Newspapers, magazines, catalogs
- ✓Yellow Side: Shredded paper (must be in a clear plastic bag)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Compostable plastics
- ✕Ceramics or glass dishware
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Do not use plastic bags or "compostable" bioplastic bags. Keep a small kitchen pail for food scraps and transfer it loosely into the green cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Food scraps (fruits, vegetables, meat, bread, bones)
- ✓Food-soiled paper (napkins, paper towels, coffee filters)
- ✓Grass clippings and plant cuttings
- ✓Leaves, flowers, and twigs
- ✓Small untreated wood scraps
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two free curbside clean-ups per year by appointment
Placement
Place all items at the curbside by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled clean-up day. Loose miscellaneous items must be bagged in trash bags. One large item (like a mattress) counts as roughly 1 cubic yard.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, mattresses, area rugs)
- ✓ Large appliances (dishwashers, water heaters)
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, computers, stereos)
- ✓ Tires (without rims)
- ✓ Textiles and housewares
- ✓ Bagged miscellaneous household trash
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, motor oil)
- ✕ Dirt, rocks, and concrete
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Glass and mirrors
The two annual clean-ups are free of charge. Extra-large items (such as oversized refrigerators, large sectionals, or king mattresses) will count as 2 to 4 cubic yards toward your 4-cubic-yard total.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your regular service day falls on or after an observed holiday, your collection will be delayed by one day that week. Normal collection resumes the following week.
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and recycling follow the exact same one-day delay as regular landfill trash.
If a holiday falls on a Sunday, there are no delays for the week.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer/Fall
June to OctoberDuring fire season and dry summer months, residents are encouraged to regularly clear dry brush, twigs, and leaves to maintain defensible space around their homes. Ensure all green waste fits completely inside the green cart so the lid can fully close.
Winter
December to FebruaryWhen heavy winter rains hit Sonoma County, make sure your gray cart lid is firmly shut. Rainwater collecting in an open cart creates excessively heavy loads for trucks and can cause toxic leachate to leak into the street, eventually washing into the Russian River watershed.
Local Tips & Community Info
Sonoma County Resource Recovery Operations
The Town of Windsor partners exclusively with Sonoma County Resource Recovery (SCRR) to provide comprehensive refuse, recycling, and organics hauling for all residential neighborhoods and commercial centers. Deeply rooted in Sonoma County’s ecological values, the town strictly adheres to progressive waste diversion goals. Households are issued a standardized three-cart setup, ensuring that everyday trash, clean recyclables, and compostable organic materials are properly separated before reaching local processing facilities.
Preparation and Cart Spacing Guidelines
To guarantee your household waste is collected without issue, SCRR requires all carts to be placed curbside by 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day. It is highly recommended to place them out the night before. Bins should be lined up parallel to the street with a minimum gap of two to three feet between each one. Make sure they are clear of fire hydrants, parked cars, and low-hanging oak tree branches so the automated collection trucks can operate without obstruction.
Navigating Zero Waste Sonoma and Organics
Windsor strictly enforces state-mandated organics recycling, aligning with Zero Waste Sonoma's regional directives. Your green compost cart is the designated receptacle for all yard debris, grass clippings, and food waste. This includes meat, dairy, bones, and food-soiled paper like greasy pizza boxes. Bagging your green waste in standard plastic is strictly forbidden, as it ruins the mulch and compost generated from these collections. BPI-certified compostable bags are the only acceptable alternative if you choose to line your kitchen pail.
Bulky Item and Appliance Removal
When it is time to get rid of a worn-out sofa or a broken washing machine, Windsor residents do not have to resort to illegal dumping. SCRR provides a convenient bulky item collection program. Homeowners can schedule specialized curbside pickups for large, heavy items that exceed the capacity of their standard gray trash cart. This service must be coordinated directly through the SCRR customer service office in advance, and specific guidelines apply regarding acceptable items and freon appliances.
Keeping Toxins Out of the Landfill
Hazardous materials like leftover house paint, motor oil, swimming pool chemicals, and old lithium batteries pose severe threats to sanitation workers and the Sonoma County environment. These items are strictly banned from all curbside bins. To dispose of household hazardous waste (HHW) legally, Windsor locals should take advantage of the free drop-off events coordinated by Zero Waste Sonoma, or visit the permanent HHW facility located nearby in Petaluma. E-waste like old monitors and televisions should also be recycled through these designated channels.
Impact of Holidays on Pickup Times
Your regular garbage day will remain consistent for most of the year, but a few major holidays trigger a modified schedule. SCRR halts collection services on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. If your normal pickup falls on one of these holidays or later in that same workweek, your service will be bumped to the following day. For example, if Christmas is on a Tuesday, Tuesday's collection happens Wednesday, and Friday's collection occurs on Saturday.
Drop-off Facilities
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility at Central Disposal Site
500 Mecham Rd, Bldg 5, Petaluma, CA 94952
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the official garbage collection company for Windsor?
Sonoma County Resource Recovery (SCRR) is the official franchised waste hauler for the Town of Windsor, handling all residential and commercial garbage services.
Can I put glass bottles in my recycling cart?
Yes, glass bottles and jars are fully recyclable. Please make sure they are empty and lightly rinsed before placing them loosely in your blue recycling bin.
How do I request a replacement for a cracked trash bin?
If your cart is damaged, missing a wheel, or has a broken lid, you need to contact SCRR customer service directly to request a free repair or replacement.