Camarillo, CA Trash & Recycling: Pickup Rules & Schedules (2026)
Key Facts
- Collection
- Weekly curbside (franchised hauler)
- Three-Bin System
- Trash, recycling, green waste
- Food Scraps
- Required in green bin (SB 1383)
- Scavenging
- Prohibited (CMC 9.04.090)
- Code Section
- CMC Ch. 9.04
Summary
Camarillo's solid waste collection is regulated under CMC Chapter 9.04 (Integrated Waste Management). The city contracts with a franchised hauler for residential curbside collection of trash, recycling, and green waste. SB 1383 requires organic waste diversion through green waste and food scrap recycling.
The state board is also required to complete a comprehensive strategy to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants, as defined, in the state. This bill would require the state board, no later than January 1, 2018, to approve and begin implementing that comprehensive strategy to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants to achieve a reduction in methane by 40%, hydrofluorocarbon gases by 40%, and anthropogenic black carbon by 50% below 2013 levels by 2030, as specified. The bill also would establish specified targets for reducing organic waste in landfills.
Full Breakdown
CMC Chapter 9.04 establishes the framework for solid waste management in Camarillo. Section 9.04.030 requires all residential properties to have collection arrangements with the city's franchised hauler, with limited exemptions. Section 9.04.040 designates authorized collectors. Residential service includes separate bins for trash (black), recyclables (blue), and green waste/organics (green). California SB 1383 requires organic waste recycling including food scraps starting January 1, 2022, and CMC 9.04.054 mandates organic waste recycling. Section 9.04.052 requires commercial recycling. Collection occurs weekly on designated days per neighborhood. Section 9.04.020 addresses origin and storage requirements, mandating that solid waste be contained in appropriate receptacles. Section 9.04.090 prohibits scavenging from residential containers. CMC 9.04.112 prohibits commingling green waste with other solid waste. The city provides periodic bulky item pickup and hazardous waste collection events.
Violations & Fines
Failure to maintain collection service violates CMC 9.04.030. Illegal dumping is prohibited under CMC 9.04.120. Contaminating recycling bins with non-recyclable materials may result in service warnings. Contact the city's waste hauler or Public Works for service questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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