Brownsville, TX Trash & Recycling: Recycling Requirements (2026)
Key Facts
- Status
- Active since January 1, 2026
- Operator
- Redfish Recycling
- Cart
- Red, 96 gallons, one free
- Monthly cost
- $0.86
- Frequency
- Every other week, single-stream
Summary
Brownsville's citywide curbside recycling started January 1, 2026 and is running. Redfish Recycling empties a red 96-gallon cart every other week for $0.86 a month. Participation is voluntary.
Place the cart with wheels facing the house and at least three feet away from any permanent or solid structures or objects, such as, mailboxes, walls, vehicles, trees, or other carts.
Full Breakdown
Red carts rolled out beginning November 15, 2025 and collection went live January 1, 2026, confirmed active by the city on January 6. Every home inside the city limits with a 96-gallon trash cart qualifies, including duplexes and three- and four-unit residences. Each household gets one cart free and can request an additional cart at no charge. The program is single-stream: paper, cardboard, newspapers, magazines, junk mail, cartons, pizza boxes, plastics #1 and #2, and aluminum and steel cans all go in loose, with no sorting. Residents who want the cart removed can request that after 60 days, though the monthly fee continues.
Violations & Fines
Glass, plastic bags and film, Styrofoam, greasy paper, tanglers such as hoses and wires, electronics, batteries, hazardous waste, clothing, aluminum foil, furniture, and yard waste contaminate the load and are rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is curbside recycling actually operating in Brownsville?
Can I put glass in the red cart?
Do I have to participate?
Sources & Official References
Other rules in Brownsville
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