Solid Waste

Waste Management

The City contracts with Waste Management (WM) for solid waste collection services (trash, recycling, and organics). To better assist residents and businesses with their waste and recycling services, WM has developed a website specific to San Dimas. The dedicated site provides useful information such as collection schedules, special events, contact information, and sustainability tips. Click here for more information or call (800) 266-7551. You can also create a WM account online and access an array of services including: requesting a bulk item pick up, reporting a damaged container, and checking pick up schedules. 

To access Waste Management services for San Dimas businesses, click here.

Waste Management & City of San Dimas Franchise Agreement 2017-2027
Waste Management & City of San Dimas Franchise Agreement Amendment 1 2022
Waste Management & City of San Dimas Franchise Agreement Amendment 2 2025

Bulky Item & Electronic Waste Pick-Up

Residents may request a curbside pick-up for oversized or overweight household articles, such as stoves, water heaters, rugs, washing machines, and furniture up to 6 times per calendar year. Waste Management will also pick up e-waste, including computers and related equipment, televisions, DVD/CD and game players, and other household electronics. Call (800) 266-7551 at least 24 hours in advance of your regular collection to schedule a pick-up.  Click here for more information.

In 2023, the City undertook a noticing and protest process to comply with Proposition 218 for rate increases for the 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, and 2028 calendar years. Solid waste rates commence January 1 through December 31 each year. 

Proposition 218 Public Notice 
Proposition 218 Staff Report (September 12, 2023)
Prop 218 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

2024 San Dimas Residential and Commercial Rates

Residential  Commercial/Industrial

2025 San Dimas Residential and Commercial Rates

Residential  Commercial/Industrial

Senior Discount

Residents who are 65 years of age or older are eligible to apply for a discounted rate through WM by filling out this application.  For questions filling out this form, please contact Waste Management at (800) 266-7551 or email wmservice@wm.com.

Recycling 

Reduce, Reuse & Recycle Directory