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Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Peoria
Trash Day
Trash is collected once a week, Monday through Friday, based on your neighborhood route zone.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on your designated trash day (Week A or Week B).
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected weekly on the same day as trash pickup from early April through mid-December.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day (may be set out after 3:00 PM the day before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Refuse, recycling, and yard waste services are billed annually as a dedicated 'Garbage Fee' line item on your Peoria County Real Estate Tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Annual (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, In-Person, Phone, Drop Box
Brown or Gray (City-issued cart) Bin (Trash)
Set out between 3:00 p.m. the day before and 6:00 a.m. on collection day. Extra trash can be placed in black bags or personal cans (<45 gallons, <50 lbs) for free. Carts must be moved away from the curb within 24 hours of pickup.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam and packaging foam
Blue or Green (95-gallon cart) Bin (Recycling)
All items must be empty, rinsed, and placed loose inside the cart. Do not bag recyclables. Position the cart at least three feet away from your trash cart and mailboxes.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened paper and cardboard
- ✓Plastics #1 through #5, and #7 (containers only)
- ✓Food and beverage cartons
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam (expanded foam)
- ✕Plastics #6
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires, hangers)
- ✕Electronics and batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Use compostable paper yard waste bags or a personal 40-45 gallon container labeled with a City-provided 'Yard Waste Only' sticker. Do not use plastic compostable bags. Collected April through December.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tree limbs and brush
- ✓Weeds (without produce attached)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your regular collection day
Placement
Set items at least three feet away from your garbage and recycling carts so they do not block the automated trucks. If a bulky item is small enough, it should be placed inside a tied bag or the trash cart itself.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (couches, tables, desks)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Carpet and underpadding
- ✓ Building materials (wood, sheetrock)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronics (TVs, computers)
- ✕ Vehicle tires
- ✕ Concrete, rock, or dirt
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals and fluorescent tubes
There are no additional fees or municipal stickers required for bulk items or extra bagged trash for Peoria residents with active solid waste accounts.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a designated holiday falls on or before your regular collection day, your trash and recycling services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week, with Saturday acting as a catch-up day.
Yard Waste Exception
During the active collection season, yard waste follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as garbage and recycling.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, standard weekday services are generally unaffected, but you should always check the GFL or City of Peoria website for specific calendar updates.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring, Summer, & Fall
April - DecemberWeekly yard waste collection begins in early April and runs through the second week of December. Ensure all debris is properly bagged in Kraft paper or placed in a stickered 'Yard Waste Only' container.
Winter
JanuaryGFL crews will pick up real Christmas trees as part of normal trash collection after the holidays. Do not put the tree in a plastic bag. Remove all ornaments, lights, and stands. If the tree is extremely large, cut it in half.
Winter
December - MarchDuring periods of heavy snowfall, ensure your carts are shoveled out and not blocked by snowdrifts or placed on top of snowbanks. The automated arm needs clear access to the cart, at least three feet from any obstacles.
Local Tips & Community Info
Solid Waste Collection in the River City
Residential refuse services in Peoria are managed through a comprehensive partnership with Peoria Disposal Company (PDC), which operates under the GFL Environmental umbrella. This contract covers all standard single-family homes and smaller multi-family dwellings across the city. By utilizing standardized carts and strict routing schedules, the city maintains neighborhood cleanliness while managing the massive volume of waste generated by its residents. Understanding how to properly utilize your assigned containers is the first step to avoiding citations and ensuring seamless weekly pickups.
Standard Garbage Cart Specifications
Each eligible household is equipped with a city-approved wheeled trash toter. All household refuse must be securely bagged and placed inside this specific cart, ensuring that the lid can close entirely. Overflowing carts are a primary cause of street litter and may be bypassed by the automated trucks. If your family regularly exceeds the capacity of the standard container, you can contact the local PDC/GFL office to request an additional cart for an annual rental fee.
Bi-Weekly Recycling Rotation
To promote environmental sustainability, Peoria features a robust single-stream recycling program that operates on a bi-weekly schedule. Your neighborhood is assigned to a specific recycling week, alternating every other week. You can toss all approved paper, flattened cardboard, aluminum, and rigid plastics directly into the recycling toter without any sorting. However, plastic film and grocery bags are strictly banned from these carts, as they cause severe mechanical issues at the regional materials recovery facility.
Seasonal Landscape Waste Protocols
The handling of organic yard debris follows a distinct seasonal timeline. From mid-March through mid-December, crews will collect landscape waste on your normal garbage day. Residents are required to use biodegradable Kraft paper bags or personal 32-gallon trash cans that are conspicuously labeled with a 'Yard Waste Only' decal. Branches and twigs can also be collected, provided they are bound securely with natural twine, measure no more than five feet in length, and weigh under fifty pounds per bundle.
Bulky Item Disposal Procedures
Discarding large items such as couches, mattresses, or broken desks requires adherence to the bulk waste rules. Peoria allows residents to place out up to two bulk items per week alongside their regular trash cart at no extra cost. However, certain heavy materials like construction debris, tires, and appliances containing Freon do not qualify for standard bulk pickup. For restricted items, residents must coordinate a special collection with a private hauler or utilize periodic city-sponsored drop-off events.
Curbside Placement Timelines
Timing is critical for successful waste removal. All carts, bags, and bundled brush must be positioned at the curb or alley line by 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day. To prevent neighborhood blight and deter urban wildlife, the municipality dictates that containers should not be set out before 3:00 p.m. on the day prior to collection. Furthermore, all emptied bins must be pulled back onto your private property by the end of your scheduled pickup day.
Drop-off Facilities
Peoria Transfer Station (County Free Load Program)
4349 W Southport Rd, Peoria, IL 61615
Materials Accepted
eCycle Services (Electronics Recycling)
8900 N. Industrial Rd. Suite G, Peoria, IL 61615
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find out my specific recycling week in Peoria?
Because recycling is collected every other week, you can determine your exact schedule by visiting the GFL/PDC website and entering your Peoria home address into their interactive route map.
Can I put my yard waste in plastic bags?
No. Yard waste must be placed exclusively in biodegradable Kraft paper bags or a clearly marked personal 32-gallon container. Plastic bags will not be collected by the yard waste trucks.
Who do I contact if my garbage cart is severely damaged?
If your city-issued cart is cracked, missing a wheel, or has a broken lid, you must contact GFL Environmental customer service to request a repair or a complete cart replacement.