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Batteries can spark trouble
Every week, more and more everyday electronics make their way into the waste stream—and many of them contain lithium-ion batteries. Found in items like kids’ toys, smartphones, power tools, vapes or e-cigarettes and more, these small but powerful batteries can pose big risks if they’re not disposed of safely. Remember: batteries never go in […]
2025 Spring Community Drop Off Day and Compost Giveaway
San Bruno residents are welcome to participate in our two free Spring Events! Join us for our Spring Drop-off Day on 4/26 to dispose of unwanted bulk items, e-waste, appliances, latex paint, and bags of garbage (no dirt, rock, or concrete). Also, mark your calendars for 4/26 and 4/27 to take home a free bucket of compost!
Holiday Collection and Tree Recycling
There will be no recycling, compost, and garbage collection services on 12/25/24 and 1/1/25. Your service will occur one day after your regular service day. Christmas tree collections will occur from 1/6/25 – 1/17/25.
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The Art of Recology
Over 100 professional artists and twenty student artists have completed residencies with Recology’s San Francisco Artist in Residence Program. See how they make art from your trash.
Hard to Recycle Items
There are several items that we can’t take in our recycling program, but we don’t want to see them end up in the landfill either. Learn where to dispose of them nearby.
Drop Off EWaste
Electronic waste, such as fluorescent tubes and consumer batteries, are prohibited from the trash. Please drop them off at the San Bruno Transfer Station for safe disposal.