Whether you’re a business owner, property manager, or resident of the City of Oroville, we work with you to tailor recycling, organics, and landfill programs based on your needs. Learn more about landfill, recycling, and organics collection in Oroville, and view the collection calendar
MIXED ORGANICS
Materials such as food scraps (fruit and vegetable peels, leftovers), yard trimmings (grass clippings, leaves), and soiled unlined paper products (napkins, paper towels). These materials are collected for composting, where they break down to create nutrient-rich soil. We do not accept compostable bags.
MIXED RECYCLABLES
Materials such as paper, cardboard, glass, plastics, aluminum, and metal. After collection, these materials make their way through a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), where they are sorted and baled to become new viable resources.
LANDFILL
Materials that are not recyclable such as non-recyclable plastics (bags and saran wrap), Styrofoam, wax-lined paper, soiled materials, and other waste that cannot be recycled or composted. These materials are collected and sent to a landfill facility for disposal, where they are managed according to environmental regulations and waste management practices.
SERVICE GUIDE
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Sorting Guide
If you feel the need to bag your organics, please use uncoated paper bags. We do not accept compostable plastic bags. Plants
Food Soiled Paper
Plants
Other
Unacceptable Materials
Recycling must be loose (free of a plastic bag liner). Materials must be clean, empty, and dry. Metal
Plastics
Unsoiled Paper
Glass
Unacceptable Materials
Landfill Materials
Unacceptable Materials
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Set Out Instructions
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Container Sizes
Residential Landfill
Commercial Landfill
Residential Recycling
Commercial Recycling
Residential Organics
Commercial Organics
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Residential Rates
Rates for mixed recyclables are factored into landfill costs Rates for mixed organics are factored into landfill costs |
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Commercial Rates
Rates for mixed recyclables are factored into landfill costs Rates for mixed organics are factored into landfill costs |
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ORGANICS CONTAINER CARE AND RESOURCES
TIPS TO REDUCE INSECTS AND ODORS
- Baking soda, apple cider vinegar, salt, and lime or lemon juice are commonly used household items to decrease insects and odors.
- You can utilize these items by spraying the top of your cart or container with vinegar or lime/lemon juice and sprinkling salt or baking soda to help dry up insects.
- Store your organics container in a cool, shady spot when possible. Keeping the containers cool makes them less attractive to pests, and keeping the lids closed helps contain odors.
- Freeze your food scraps in a paper bag and dispose of it the night before your service day.
- Line the bottom of your organics container with newspaper, food-soiled paper, or yard waste (grass, leaves, sticks, flowers, plants).
- Rinse your organics container with diluted vinegar and let it air dry when you’re ready to clean it.
- Use lime or lemon and baking soda to scrub odors away.
- FREE RESOURCES
Free Indoor Compost Bins Free Indoor Compost Pails - Free indoor bins are available to qualifying Oroville commercial and multi-family residential properties (5+ units) for the collection of organic waste. A variety of containers and lids are available — please contact the City of Oroville to request containers.
- Need a pail? Pick one up for free at City Hall at 1735 Montgomery Street (limit one pail per household). Pails will be provided on a first come first serve basis while supplies last. For questions, please contact the City of Oroville.
SUPPORT
Disability Accommodations Senior Discount - Accommodations are available to customers who are unable to set their carts at the curb. For no additional charge, they can be collected from a side or back yard. To apply, contact our customer service specialists.
- Individuals who are over 55 and within the city limits of Oroville are eligible for a discount. To apply, call our customer service specialists.
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