Westfield Ranch Trash Reminder

April 02 2023

Waste Management

Paid through MUD 167

Pickup days are Wednesday and Saturday

REMINDERS:

Wheel your carts to the street and place them curbside by 6 a.m. on your collection day. Do not overload carts; the lids must close completely. Overage fees may apply to overfilled carts. Make sure that all trash and debris is in the cart. Garbage or waste left beside carts may not be collected.

HAZARDOUS WASTE

The following hazardous household waste items should NOT be treated as everyday garbage and should NOT be disposed of curbside, in your totes, bins or carts:

Batteries
Electronics
Fluorescent light bulbs
Paint and paint cans
Used motor oil and filters
Prescription medications

WM has drop-off locations across the United States and in Canada. Visit one of these locations to properly dispose of your aforementioned household hazardous waste.

EVERYDAY TRASH

The following items are included in everyday trash. These items can be placed in your curbside totes, bins, cans or containers.

Diapers
Disposable razors
Cactus and palm branches
Cat litter and pet feces
Glassware and ceramic dishes/cups
Hoses and wire
Juice boxes/pouches
Non-fluorescent light bulbs
Sheet glass (windows, mirrors, etc.)
Foam cups or packing materials
Treated wood (painted, stained, etc.)

RECYCLING

Generally, the items below can be placed in your curbside recycling containers, bins or totes. These items should be clean and loose — remove from any additional packaging and do not bag them.

For more information on recyclable and non-recyclable materials, check out our Recycling 101 page.

All plastics #1-7 (except foam cups or packing materials)
Aluminum foil products (cans, baking tins and foil)
Paper bags
Cardboard
Clean paper
Glass containers
Scrap metal (cookie sheets, utensils)

Non-recyclable materials should be placed in your standard trash receptacles. Be certain that your trash cans, containers, bins or carts are not overloaded and that their lids can close all the way. Additional fees may apply for overfilled containers.

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED FOR RECYCLING

Typically, items below cannot be recycled via curbside recycling programs. For more information on recyclable and non-recyclable materials, check out our Recycling 101 page.

Plastic bags (these can often be returned to a local grocery store)
Ceramic dishes, cups and glassware
Juice boxes/juice pouches
Foam cups or packing materials
Windows, mirrors, sheet glass

WM provides drop-off locations across the United States and in Canada. Visit one of these locations to dispose of extra-large or bulky non-recyclable items in a proper and responsible manner. Bulky items are those that are too big or heavy for your regular trash container or bin.

ITEMS NOT PICKED UP CURBSIDE

Some items are too hazardous for recycling or disposal in a landfill. Search for a drop-off location that accepts these items and plan for drop-off. Fees, terms and conditions may apply.

Paint, stain, varnish, thinner and adhesives
Automotive products such as old fuel, anti-freeze, brake fluid, motor oil and oil filters
Household cleaners with ammonia or bleach
Aerosol cans
Fluorescent light bulbs and lamps
Computer equipment
Dead animals
Garden products including pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers
Propane tanks and fire extinguishers
Pool or photographic chemicals
Thermostats, thermometers and other items containing mercury
Expired prescriptions and non-prescription medications (no controlled substances)
Sharps (syringes, needles, etc.)*
Ammunitions, firearms**