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Folsom vs Galt

How do pickup rules & schedules rules compare between Folsom, CA and Galt, CA?

Folsom and Galt have similar restriction levels.

Folsom, CA

Sacramento County

Some Restrictions

Republic Services is Folsom's exclusive franchised hauler for residential solid waste, recycling, and organics collection. Weekly service includes one trash, one recycling, and one organics (green/food waste) cart. Collection day depends on address; carts must be at the curb by 6:00 AM.

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Galt, CA

Sacramento County

Some Restrictions

Galt contracts with a franchise hauler for weekly curbside collection of solid waste, recyclables, and organics. Residents must follow set-out times and container rules under Galt Municipal Code Title 8 to avoid citations and extra service charges.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactFolsomGalt
HaulerRepublic Services (exclusive)-
CartsGray, blue, green weeklyGray landfill, blue recycling, green organics
Setout TimeBy 6:00 AM, no earlier than 6 PM prior-
Clearance3 feet around each cart-
FranchiseFMC Chapter 6.10-
Set-Out Time-By 6 AM collection day
Removal-Within 12 hours after pickup
Franchise Hauler-Exclusive service required
Code Reference-GMC Title 8 Chapter 8.08

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Folsom FAQ

Can I hire a different trash hauler?

No. Republic Services holds the exclusive residential franchise under Folsom Municipal Code.

What if my pickup is missed?

Contact Republic Services within 24 hours to request a missed-pickup return.

Galt FAQ

When should I put my bins out?

Carts must be at the curb by 6 AM on your collection day and removed within 12 hours after service.

Can I use a private hauler?

No. Galt has an exclusive franchise agreement for residential solid waste collection.

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