Between Feb. 28, 2025 and Mar. 28, 2025, Union City residents will receive brand new landfill, recycle and compost carts for collection service. This change follows California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383), which took effect on Jan 1, 2022, to reduce organic waste in landfills.
This new color-coded system will reduce confusion and promote proper waste sorting.
Green for organic waste, including food scraps and yard trimmings.
Blue for recyclables, like paper, cardboard, empty and clean food and beverage cans and plastic bottles.
Gray for landfill waste, or items that cannot be composted or recycled.
During the exchange, carts will be emptied on regularly scheduled collection service days.
• Customers who receive collection service on Mondays will receive their new carts on Friday and have their old carts removed on Monday.
• Customers who receive collection service from Tuesday to Friday will receive their new carts one day prior to their regular collection and have old carts removed on their regular day.
Residents should leave old carts out at the curb. They will receive an automated reminder call prior to service day. For more information contact Republic Services at 510.657.3500.
New cart benefits
Less Organic Waste in Landfills: Separating organic waste keeps food scraps and yard trimmings out of landfills, reducing waste and creating compost.
Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Keeping organic waste out of landfills prevents greenhouse gas emissions.
Clearer Sorting Instructions: The new color-coded cart system will make it easier to understand what goes into each cart, reducing prohibited items in the wrong carts.
Long-Term Sustainability: This knowledge can empower residents to make more eco-conscious decisions.
By participating in the three-cart sorting program, residents keep Union City greener and more sustainable for future generations.
