If you have received your green organic waste recycling bin and kitchen pail, you now have weekly organic collection service.
DO
-Food scraps, food-soiled paper and cardboard, and yard trimmings all go in the green bin.
-Alternate food and yard scraps to keep it clean.
-Sprinkle baking soda on top of food scraps to eliminate odors.
-Store bones and meat scraps and other food waste in the freezer and place it in the green bin on the day of collection. This will discourage flies and other insects.
-Wrap leftover food in newspaper, paper bags, paper towels, napkins or parchment paper before putting it in your green bin.
-Line the bottom of your outdoor container with newspaper, a paper bag, or yard waste to absorb excess moisture and prevent food from sticking to the bottom.
DO NOT:
-Do not leave your under-counter kitchen pail out for collection.
-No glass, metal, plastic dishes, plastic bags, pet waste, diapers, rubber bands, twist ties, dirt or rocks go into the green bins.
-No painted or treated wood, styrofoam, fabric, rubber, or concrete.
-No household hazardous waste such as batteries, syringes, and electronics. These must be disposed of at HHW safe centers.
-No recyclable items such as bottles, cans and unsoiled cardboard. These should be discarded with recyclables.
-If your green bin does not get emptied on your pick up day, you may call 1-858-694-7000 or email trash@sandiego.gov.