The City of San Diego provides a comprehensive suite of resources to assist residents in navigating upcoming changes to trash and recycling services. These resources include multilingual mailers, detailed guides, informational workshops, and various tools to ensure a smooth transition.
Mailers:
- The city has distributed mailers in English, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese to inform residents about their eligibility status for city-provided trash services. These mailers also include reminders about deadlines for transitioning to private hauler services and notices regarding public hearings on proposed solid waste management fees.
Guides:
- Residents can access step-by-step guides detailing the process of transitioning to private franchise hauler services. Additionally, guidelines for recycling containers and signage are available to ensure compliance with city regulations.
Informational Workshops and Webinars:
- To facilitate community engagement, the city is hosting a series of workshops and webinars:
- June 2, 2025, 3:30 PM: Pacific Highlands Ranch Library, 12911 Pacific Pl, San Diego, CA 92130
- June 4, 2025, 4:00 PM: Online Webinar via Zoom
- June 10, 2025, 5:30 PM: Linda Vista Library, 2160 Ulric St, San Diego, CA 92111
- June 11, 2025, 5:30 PM: Online Webinar via Zoom
Additional Resources:
- The city offers access to the Municipal Code on refuse and solid waste, information on household hazardous waste disposal, guidelines on illegal dumping and litter, trash collection schedules, and the “What Goes Where” recycling guide.
For more detailed information and to access these resources, residents can visit the official City of San Diego website.



