Solid Waste & Recycling

Republic Services provides exclusive solid waste and recycling collection services for residential and commercial accounts for the City of Alhambra. The City's franchise agreement with Republic Services is available here.

Questions on recent rate adjustments? See our FAQs below.
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• To view the current residential collection schedule for your street, view map here.

Questions on Collection Service?

Please contact Republic Services by calling 1-800-299-4898, emailing alhambra@republicservices.com, or visiting their office at 104 South First Street, Alhambra, CA 91801 (inside the Chamber of Commerce Building) for the following:

• Make a payment
• Questions regarding billing
• Report a missed pickup
• Repair a cart or dumpster (for graffiti or other damage)
• Change or start service

Refuse and Recycling Rates 2023 - 2024

Residential and Multi-family Cart Rates Effective July 1, 2023 (PDF)

Residential and Multi-family Bin Rates Effective July 1, 2023 (PDF)

Commercial Rates Effective July 1, 2023 (PDF)

Roll-off Box and Temporary Bin Rates Effective July 1, 2023 (PDF)

Reduced Trash Rates for Low-Income Residents 

Those who qualify will have their trash bill decreased by $7.08 quarterly (or $2.36 per month).

The discount is offered by Republic Services through its exclusive franchise agreement with the City. The low-income limits are established by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Proof of income is required of all adults living in the household. A copy of the most recent federal income tax returns or social security statement (block out Social Security numbers) must be sent along with the City's application form. No bank statements or W-2s are accepted. Please provide a 1040 Form or Social Security Statement. For more information, call the City Manager's office at 626-570-5011.

Eligibility

• 1 Person in Household: Eligible if annual household income is less than - $70,650
• 2 Person in Household: Eligible if annual household income is less than - $80,750
• 3 Person in Household: Eligible if annual household income is less than - $90,850
• 4 Person in Household: Eligible if annual household income is less than - $100,900
• 5 Person in Household: Eligible if annual household income is less than - $109,000
• 6 Person in Household: Eligible if annual household income is less than - $117,050
• 7 Person in Household: Eligible if annual household income is less than - $125,150
• 8 Person in Household: Eligible if annual household income is less than - $133,200

Additional Recycling Resources and Information 

Neighborhood Recycler (Cans & Bottles)

SOS Recycling Center
5540 Alhambra Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90032
Hours: Mon-Sat 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sun 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Sunset Recycling Center
330 N Atlantic Boulevard
Monterey Park, CA 91754
Phone: 213-280-5434
Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Active Recycling Company
5601 E Valley Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90032
Phone: 323-221-2555
Hours: 6:30 am to 4:45 pm

Material Exchanges

California Materials Exchange (CALMAX) - 800-RECYCLE (732-9253). CalMAX connects businesses, organizations, manufacturers, schools, and individuals with the most effective online resources for exchanging materials. The website links to services and organizations that provide online options.

Junk Mail and Phone Books

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