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.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash collection, drainage, water, and sewer services are billed together on your monthly City of Mission utility statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto Bank Draft, Phone, In Person, Drive-Through, Night Drop Box, HEB, Walmart
Pro Tip / Discount
Utility bill assistance is available for qualifying low-income residents through community programs like Mission 911, but no automatic senior or disability rate discounts are listed.
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
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.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Your Leftovers into Local Loot in Mission!
Did you know you can actually get paid for some of your recyclables right here in the Rio Grande Valley? While Mission doesn't have a dedicated city-run buyback center listed, keep an eye out for scrap metal yards in the general McAllen area. Places that deal with metals often accept aluminum cans, copper, and other valuable scrap. Also, Texas has a recycling infrastructure for plastic bottles and aluminum cans, though direct cash redemption points might be less common locally. Your best bet is to check with local recycling businesses in nearby cities like McAllen or Edinburg; they might offer cash for larger quantities of certain materials. It's worth a quick call to see what they're buying!
Give Your Goods a Second Life in Mission
Before tossing perfectly good items, think about donating them! Mission and the surrounding Hidalgo County have some great options. Check out the Salvation Army stores in nearby McAllen – they’re always looking for clothes, furniture, and household goods. Another fantastic place to consider is Habitat for Humanity ReStore, also in McAllen. They accept furniture, appliances, building materials, and home decor. Donating not only helps others but also keeps useful items out of the landfill. You might even find some treasures yourself while you're there!
Keeping Mission Beautiful: Tackling Trash Troubles
Nobody likes seeing dumped trash around our beautiful city. If you ever spot illegal dumping in Mission, it’s super important to report it so we can keep our community clean. You can usually report these issues directly to the City of Mission Public Works Department or their code enforcement. They have processes in place to deal with these situations and investigate. Also, keep an ear out for community clean-up events! These are often organized by local groups or the city itself, giving everyone a chance to pitch in and make Mission an even better place to live.
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.