Trash & Recycling in Pomona, CA (2026)
4 verified trash & recycling rules for Pomona, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Pickup Rules & Schedules
Athens Services provides weekly residential collection in Pomona starting at 6 AM Monday-Friday. Three-bin system for trash, recycling, and organics. Yard and food waste go in the green container.
Pomona Trash Pickup Schedules & Rules
Some RestrictionsCalifornia SB 1383 (2016, Lara) — Short-Lived Climate Pollutants: 75% reduction in organic waste landfill disposal by 2025 (Health & Safety Code § 39730.5, Public Resources Code § 42652.5)
ts pursuant to other provisions of this division. SEC. 5. Section 39730.8 is added to the Health and Safety Code, to read: 39730.8. (a) For purposes of this section, the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “Commission” means the Public Utilities Commission. (2) “Energy commission” means the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission. (3) “Strategy” means the str...
Bin Placement Rules
Bins must be placed at the curb by 6 AM on collection day and removed from the street or alleys within 12 hours after collection. Bins should not block sidewalks or public right-of-way.
Pomona Trash Bin Placement Rules
Some RestrictionsBulk Item Disposal
Pomona provides curbside bulky item pickup through Athens Services by appointment. Maximum 4 large items (2 metal, 2 non-metal) plus up to 10 bundles of wood/limbs/carpet. No hazardous waste.
Pomona Bulk Item Disposal & Pickup
Some RestrictionsRecycling Requirements
Pomona requires residential recycling in blue bins per SB 1383 organics diversion and AB 341 mandatory recycling. Athens Services handles collection. Tire recycling events are offered periodically.
Pomona Mandatory Recycling Requirements
Some RestrictionsCalRecycle — Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SB 1383) organic waste reduction regulations
short-lived climate pollutants, California passed SB 1383 (Lara, 2016). The law set targets for 2025: 75% less organic waste sent to landfills. 20% of unsold, still-edible food sent to food recovery organizations. SB 1383 Regulations The Office of Administrative Law approved SB 1383 regulations. Final Regulations Text (Accessible Version) Final Statement of Reasons Final Statement of Purpose an...
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