Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Marysville
Washington state municipal collections operate on weekly zone-based routes. Specific days are determined by your Organics Recycling Collection Area (ORCA).
State Mandate
Comply with the WA Organics Management Law. E-waste and hazardous materials are strictly prohibited.
City-issued Cart (Colors Vary) Bin (Trash)
All garbage must be bagged to prevent litter and odor. Place your cart at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated collection day with the lid completely closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food wrappers and bags
- ✓Styrofoam and packing peanuts
- ✓Pet waste (bagged)
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Service is mandatory. Place all items loosely in the cart without bagging them. Empty, clean, and dry all containers before recycling.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Office paper, mail, and magazines
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste and liquids
- ✕Yard debris
- ✕Electronics and batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Optional subscription required. Do not use plastic bags. All branches must be cut to fit loosely inside the cart so the lid can close.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves and weeds
- ✓Small branches and twigs
- ✓Plant and shrub trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
No standard free curbside bulk pickup.
Placement
Do not place bulky items next to your standard carts, as the automated trucks cannot lift them. They will be tagged and left at the curb.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and bulky furniture
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large household appliances
- ✓ Scrap metal
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Liquid paints and solvents
- ✕ Explosives or ammunition
- ✕ Commercial construction debris
Residents can rent a temporary dumpster from the City for a fee, or pay per-ton disposal fees by hauling items directly to a Snohomish County Transfer Station.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled collection day falls on or after an observed holiday, your garbage, recycling, and yard waste services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and recycling follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as the municipal garbage.
Only these four specific holidays disrupt the Marysville collection schedule. Service operates completely normally on all other holidays, including Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Blue Bin
Plastic film, grocery bags, and bubble wrap easily tangle and jam the advanced sorting machinery at the Waste Management recycling facility. Always return plastic bags to local grocery store drop-off bins, and never bag your curbside recyclables.
Styrofoam is Strictly Garbage
Even if your styrofoam takeout container or packing material has a small recycling triangle stamped on it, it cannot be processed in Marysville's curbside blue bins. All styrofoam must be bagged and thrown into your municipal garbage cart.
No Green Waste in the Trash
Snohomish County aggressively diverts organic material away from landfills. Do not put yard clippings in your standard garbage or recycling carts. Use the optional WM yard waste cart or haul it to a designated compost facility.
Seasonal Information
Winter
December, January, FebruaryTo align with dormant landscaping needs, the optional yard waste service drops from a weekly collection schedule to a once-a-month collection schedule during these three winter months.
Winter/Spring
November to MarchIn the event of snow or ice that prevents collection, leave your bins at the curb. The City will collect double your usual amount on the next accessible collection day or later in the week once roads clear.
Autumn
September to NovemberDuring heavy fall foliage drops and windstorms, do not stack loose branches next to your bins. All yard waste must fit inside the cart with the lid closed, or be self-hauled to a local topsoil facility.
About Marysville Waste Management
Marysville's Collaborative Solid Waste Approach
Unlike many municipalities that contract out all waste services to a single provider, Marysville operates on a hybrid model. The City's Public Works Solid Waste Division directly manages garbage collection for over 22,500 homes, which helps keep rates highly competitive. Meanwhile, the city partners with Waste Management (WM) Northwest to expertly handle all residential recycling and yard waste routes.
Understanding the Mandatory Recycling Requirement
To support Washington State's robust environmental initiatives, the City of Marysville has made curbside recycling mandatory for all residential customers. Your recycling service cost is conveniently bundled into your standard municipal utility bill. Waste Management empties the blue recycling carts on an every-other-week schedule, making it vital for households to flatten all cardboard boxes to conserve bin space.
Navigating the Optional Yard Waste Program
Homeowners with large lawns or extensive landscaping can subscribe to Marysville's optional yard waste collection program. This service is uniquely tailored to the changing Pacific Northwest climate. Subscribers enjoy weekly collections during the peak growing season from mid-March through mid-November, which then scales back to a specialized monthly pickup schedule during the dormant winter months of December, January, and February.
Managing Major Yard Debris After Windstorms
Severe seasonal windstorms frequently leave Marysville yards covered in scattered branches and organic debris. While small twigs can be placed in your subscribed yard waste cart, they must be cut down enough to allow the cart lid to close completely. For larger blowdown events with oversized logs, residents must bypass the curbside bins and utilize Snohomish County commercial compost facilities like Pacific Topsoils.
Inclement Weather and Snow Delays
During the winter months, Marysville prioritizes the safety of both its sanitation crews and local motorists. If icy roads or heavy snow block safe access for the heavy collection trucks, service will be postponed. Residents will not receive a billing credit; instead, the City will authorize double the standard collection volume at no extra charge on your next safely scheduled collection day.
Drop-off Facilities
North County Recycling & Transfer Station
19600 63rd Avenue NE, Arlington, WA 98223
Materials Accepted
Snohomish County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
3434 McDougall Ave, Everett, WA 98201
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Is recycling mandatory for residents in Marysville?
Yes. The City of Marysville requires all residential customers to participate in the recycling program. The cost is automatically included in your standard municipal garbage rates, and the service is physically carried out by Waste Management Northwest every other week.
How do I dispose of a bulky item like an old sofa or mattress in Marysville?
Marysville does not offer a free curbside bulk item pickup. To dispose of large items, you must haul them yourself to a Snohomish County facility, such as the North County Recycling & Transfer Station in Arlington, or you can contact the City to rent a temporary dumpster for a fee.
Who do I call if my garbage or recycling bin is broken?
Even though Waste Management collects the recycling and yard waste, the City of Marysville manages all customer accounts. You must contact the Utility Billing Department at 360-363-8001 to report a broken bin or to request a change in your cart size.
How does snow or icy weather affect my Marysville trash pickup?
If winter weather makes neighborhood roads too dangerous for collection trucks, the City will temporarily suspend service. Leave your bins at the curb; the crews will either collect double your waste on your next regular pickup day or return later in the week when the roads have thawed.