Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Mission
Texas residential services run Monday through Friday. Please refer to your neighborhood's specific zoning map for your exact day.
State Mandate
Bag all trash to prevent pests.
City-issued Cart Bin (Trash)
Place your container outside either the night prior or by 6:00 AM on the day of service. Do not overload; the lid must be completely shut.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Bagged trash
Mobile Drop-off Trailers Bin (Recycling)
Mission utilizes public mobile recycling trailers. Take your recyclables to the designated bins at 15th & Perkins or 105 Abelino Farias.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics
- ✓Paper
- ✓Cardboard
- ✓Aluminum cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Household garbage
Yard Waste Bin
Set out brush on the Friday, Saturday, or Sunday before your collection week. It must be in a separate pile from bulky items.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree limbs (under 10 ft long, 8 inches in diameter)
- ✓Shrubbery
- ✓Bagged leaves
- ✓Lawn trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Monthly (based on residential zone)
Placement
Place in a separate pile from brush. Keep away from mailboxes, fences, utility boxes, and low-hanging wires, allowing 3 feet of clearance.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Appliances (no Freon)
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Items too large to fit in the container
Not Accepted
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Remodeling debris
- ✕ Brick
- ✕ Concrete
- ✕ Dirt
- ✕ Household chemicals
- ✕ Paint
- ✕ Glass
- ✕ Car parts
Free of charge for residential items originating from the home; commercial/construction debris and tires are explicitly excluded and must be disposed of privately.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The City of Mission typically suspends garbage service on major holidays. Services scheduled on or after the holiday will generally slide to the next operational day.
Yard Waste Exception
Monthly brush collection weeks remain scheduled, but exact pickup days within that week may fluctuate due to holiday closures.
Always check the City of Mission's official Facebook page or the Sanitation Department website for specific route changes prior to a major holiday.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Freon Out of Bulk Piles
While household appliances are accepted during bulk collection, they strictly cannot contain Freon. Refrigerators or AC units must have their Freon professionally removed before they hit the curb.
Separate Brush from Bulk
When utilizing the monthly bulk pickup, ensure tree limbs and bulky furniture are in completely separate piles. Mixing green waste with old furniture delays collection and disrupts the trucks.
Bag Your Household Trash
To prevent litter from escaping into Mission streets during transport, all regular waste inside the trash cart must be securely bagged. Loose trash is a major contaminant in local streets.
Seasonal Information
Spring & Summer
March - AugustDuring the rapid growth months in South Texas, utilize the monthly brush pickup for large limbs and lawn clippings. Ensure limbs do not exceed 10 feet in length or 8 inches in diameter.
Hurricane Season
June - NovemberSecure your rollout carts during high winds or tropical storm warnings. Avoid placing bulk items or brush on the curb if heavy rains are forecasted to prevent neighborhood street flooding.
Fall
September - NovemberGather fall leaves and lawn trimmings in bags and place them with your brush collection. Remember to set them out only on the Friday through Sunday prior to your zone's collection week.
About Mission Waste Management
Mission's City-Run Sanitation Services
In 2014, the City of Mission transitioned to an in-house Sanitation Department, taking direct control of residential waste management. Today, a dedicated team of over 25 staff members services more than 22,000 Hidalgo County households. Residents receive reliable twice-weekly trash collection using automated trucks, which helps keep the neighborhoods of this vibrant Rio Grande Valley community spotless.
Monthly Brush and Bulky Item Zones
Instead of a chaotic daily pile-up, Mission organizes its brush and bulky waste collection by specific monthly zones. Residents must place their items curbside exclusively during their 'Set Out Dates'—the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday immediately preceding their designated collection week. This structured approach prevents debris from cluttering sidewalks for weeks on end.
Public Drop-Off and Mobile Recycling
While traditional curbside recycling isn't standard, the city actively promotes environmental responsibility through strategically placed mobile recycling trailers. You can drop off your sorted recyclables at 15th and Perkins Street or the Sanitation Department headquarters on Abelino Farias. These accessible public bins make it easy for locals to reduce landfill waste.
Combating South Texas Winds
The Gulf Coast breezes in South Texas can easily turn loose garbage into neighborhood litter. The Mission Sanitation Department enforces a strict 'bag all trash' policy. Before tossing waste into your cart, ensure it is securely tied in garbage bags. Additionally, to accommodate the mechanical arms of the automated trucks, carts must be placed at least three feet away from fences, vehicles, and mailboxes.
Handling Construction Debris
If you are tackling a home renovation in Mission, be prepared to haul your own heavy debris. The city's free bulky item pickup explicitly prohibits construction materials like concrete, bricks, remodeling debris, and tires. For these excluded items, homeowners need to hire a private contractor or take them to a licensed Hidalgo County disposal facility.
Drop-off Facilities
Brush Drop-Off Site
1400 S. Conway, Mission, TX 78572
Materials Accepted
Public Works Debris Area
150 Abelino Farias, Mission, TX 78572
Materials Accepted
Sanitation Department Recycling Trailers
105 Abelino Farias, Mission, TX 78572 (Also at 15th & Perkins)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does the City of Mission pick up brush and large furniture?
The city collects brush and bulky items once a month based on your specific residential zone. You are required to place your items on the curb during your designated 'Set Out Dates,' which are the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday right before your collection week begins.
Where can Mission residents recycle their plastics and cardboard?
Mission provides public drop-off mobile recycling trailers rather than curbside bins. Residents can bring their recyclables to the trailers located at 15th and Perkins Street or at 105 Abelino Farias. These bins are open to the public.
Is it required to bag garbage before putting it in the Mission trash cart?
Yes, the City of Mission Sanitation Department requires that all trash be securely bagged before being placed in the rollout container. This policy prevents litter from blowing away during the truck's transport or during windy Texas days.
Can I drop off extra tree limbs if I missed my brush pickup week?
Yes, residents can drop off brush free of charge at the designated Brush Drop-Off Site located at 1400 S. Conway or 150 Abelino Farias. You must bring a utility bill or valid driver's license showing a Mission address to prove residency.