During the spring and winter, Green Cart Collection will adjust to seasonal schedules.

Why is the green cart schedule changing?

During the winter months, green carts are primarily used for food waste and there is less yard waste to collect. As the carts are not as full, collection will be reduced to every other week in the winter months.

In the spring, when yard waste becomes more prevalent and the weather warms up, green cart collection will resume weekly.

Will I get a refund for fewer pickups in the winter?

The monthly green cart fee already includes the cost savings for the seasonal schedule pickup changes. These savings are averaged out over the year to keep the fee consistent from month to month.

It is not a “per collection” fee, but covers the entire cost of the green cart program including year-round facility operation and equipment like collection trucks and carts.

To learn more, visit Residential Waste Rates​.

Are the blue or black carts pickup schedules affected?

Some households may see day changes for their blue, green and black cart pickup. Please check your schedule in the widget above to confirm your pickup days.

Blue carts will continue to be collected weekly. Black carts will continue to be collected once every other week on a separate day.