NASA Services, the city's franchise hauler, issues three wheeled carts: green (organics), blue (recycling), and black (garbage). Under PRMC 8.16 property must be kept free of debris, so carts should be stored out of view between collections. Only collector-issued containers may be used for city waste.
Solid waste in Pico Rivera is handled by NASA Services, the city's exclusive franchise waste hauler. The city provides three color-coded carts: green for organics (yard trimmings, bagged food scraps), blue for recycling, and black for garbage. Under PRMC Chapter 8.12 (Garbage and Rubbish), it is unlawful to use containers for the collection, deposit, or transport of solid waste, commercial waste, construction debris, or green waste unless issued by the collector—so residents must use NASA carts. Placement for collection is governed by PRMC 8.12.310. Because Chapter 8.16 requires property free of litter and debris, carts left out between collection days can be cited as a maintenance issue. For cart delivery or repair, contact NASA at (888) 888-0388.
Using non-collector-issued containers for city waste; carts left at the curb between collection days; overflowing carts or refuse stored in public view can be cited under PRMC 8.12 and the 8.16 maintenance standards.
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