To deliver efficient, responsive and cost-effective public works services that protect and enhance the safety, health and quality of life in Ventura County.
To be the regional leader providing effective, innovative and sustainable public works services.
Use the County’s Interactive Map to find trash, recycling, and organics service providers by your address.
1. Click “Locate Address”
2. Enter your address and click “Search” (If you see more than one result, click on your correct address)
3. Click the yellow circle to view your service provider and a link to the 2024 agreement and rates
Use the online recycling search tool to look up how to properly dispose of items. Just type a material like “ pizza box” or “paint” and get quick guidance.
If you have questions about your collection schedule or what goes in each bin, contact your service provider:
Athens Services: (805) 856-0113 – athensservices.com
M–F 7am–6pm, Sat 8am–12pm
EJ Harrison & Sons: (805) 647-1414 – ejharrison.com
M–F 8am–7pm, Sat 8am–4pm
Saves money
Keeps you compliant with California recycling laws
Set carts at curb by 6 a.m. on collection day and return by 6 p.m.
Set carts curbside; keep lids closed and wheels at curb.
Check with your service provider for guidelines on food scrap disposal as it varies.
Includes:
CARE-enrolled seniors may qualify for reduced trash service rates.
· Learn more: https://shorturl.at/4Ikfk
Residents of unincorporated communities can request bulky item pickups from their service provider. Services vary by provider, so check with yours to learn more.
· Request a pickup: ejharrison.com/request-services athensservices.com/bulky-item-pickup
· A free drop-off event is held in each unincorporated community annually.
Trash Residential Yard waste
Bulky items Document shredding
E-waste
Residential Construction Debris
Facility & Address Contact Accepts
Agromin at Arnold Road
6859 Arnold Rd., Oxnard (805) 485-9200
Agromin in Santa Paula/ Limoneira (805) 485-9200
Calabasas Landfill/ Agromin Organics
5300 Lost Hills Rd., Agoura Hills (818) 889-0363 lacsd.org/services/solidwaste/facilities
Simi Valley Landfill/ Agromin Organics
10951 W Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark (805) 579-7267 wm.com
Del Norte ABOP 111 S. Del Norte Blvd., Oxnard (805) 385-8060 oxnard.org/ environmental-resources Del Norte Recycling & Transfer Station
Gold Coast ABOP 5275 Colt St., Ventura (805) 642-9236 goldcoastrecycling.com
Gold Coast Recycling & Transfer Station
Ojai Valley Organics
534 Old Baldwin Rd., Ojai
Peach Hills Soils 10951 W Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark
(805) 738-3750 progressiveinds.com
(805) 529-6164 peachhillsoils.com
Toland Road Landfill 3500 Toland Rd., Santa Paula (805) 658-4685 vrsd.com/toland
* Call ahead to confirm hours and accepted materials.
Hard-to-Recycle Items
Antifreeze vcpublicworks.org/hhw
Batteries
CRV Bottles & Cans
Carpet & Carpet Pads
Clothing, Books, Toys, Homegoods
Construction & Demolition (C&D) Debris
Electronic & Universal Waste
Earth911.com or 1-800-RECYCLING
Redemption centers, calrecycle.ca.gov
For free carpetrecovery. org/California, or transfer stations (fees may apply)
Local thrift stores or shelters thethriftshopper.com
vcpublicworks.org/ cdrecycling
For free vcpublicworks. org/hhw, pcrecycle. us, calrecycle.ca.gov (Corporate Buy-Back information)
Toxic to people and environment if mishandled
Leaks toxins; fire hazard
It consumes less energy to recycle aluminum cans than to manufacture new ones, offers cash, supports jobs
Reduces landfill use, saves resources, creates jobs
Supports reuse, cuts waste, helps local organizations
Reduces landfill use, conserves resources, required by law
Prevents toxin release, conserves rare minerals
Mattresses
Medical Waste (Sharps)
See ABOP locations on preceding page. For free byebyemattress.com or 855-494-8400
vcrma.org/homegenerated-sharps, 805-647-5007 or at local transfer stations, listed on preceding page
Reduces waste, recycles materials
Medications
Motor Oil & Filters
coastventuracounty.org/ medication-safety/safemedication disposal, or local pharmacies
calrecycle ca.gov/usedoil or 1-800-CLEANUP
Prevents injuries and contamination
Prevents water and soil contamination
Toxic; illegal to dump, pollutes water
Material Where to Take It Why
Palm Fronds, Yucca and Cactus
Paint
Plastic Bags
Printer
Cartridges, CDs, Office Items
Propane Cylinders & Pressurized Containers
Smoke
Detectors & Alarms
Tires
Usable Building Materials
Wood Scraps
Transfer stations or landfills (can be placed curbside in limited quantities.)
ABOP, DNRCTS
805-385-8060, GNR 805-642-9236, paintcare.org or 855-724-6809, vcpublicworks.org/hhw
Reuse or return to stores, plasticfilmrecycling.org
Hard to compost, tangles equipment
Reduces pollution, recycles paint
Jams recycling machines, harms marine life
planetgreenrecycle.com Contains plastics, metals, toxins
AmeriGas, Lowe’s, Home Depot, vcpublicworks.org/hhw
Manufacturer mail-back only (not accepted curbside or at HHW)
Landfills or transfer stations (fees may apply)
habitatventura.org (two ReStore locations in Ventura County)
Agromin or Peach Hills Soils, or other vendor option
Prevents injury/ contamination, metals are recyclable
May contain radioactive material, fire risk
Stock piling risks fires and can breed mosquitoes, reuse in construction and outdoor gear
Reduces waste, supports reuse; low-cost materials
Can be turned into mulch, compost, or other products
Use the online recycling guide to find out more
For residents in unincorporated Ventura County Limit per visit: 15 gallons liquid HHW or 125 pounds solid HHW
Household, pool, and garden chemicals
Pesticides
Household, automotive, and marine batteries
Fluorescent tubes
LED’s
Paint and solvents
Motor oil, antifreeze, fluids, and filters
Medications (no controlled substances)
Electronic waste (locations vary — call ahead)
*incandescent and halogen can be placed in curbside trash
Explosives
Ammunition Fireworks Tires
Radioactive waste
Infectious waste, smoke alarms, and detectors
Door-to-Door HHW Collection
Receive one free household hazardous waste pickup per quarter.
Paints
Batteries
Cleaning products
And more
· Safely dispose of household hazardous waste at monthly events.
· Find upcoming HHW events and details at: vcpublicworks.org/hhw
Residents may purchase and arrange delivery of compost or mulch directly from these vendors:
Agromin (805) 485-9200 agromin.com
C&M Topsoil (805) 578-0052 cmtopsoils.com
Ojai Valley Organics (805) 738-3750 ojaivalleyorganics.com
Peach Hill Soils (805) 529-6164 peachhillsoils.com
Public Works https://shorturl.at/Zoeqv
Available to residents in Unincorporated Ventura County.
Pickup is free (while supplies last), delivery is available for a fee
Learn more or request compost/mulch from:
· ejharrison.com/free-compost-mulch-program
· athensservices.com/residential-services/ventura-county Programs for Schools in Unincorporated Ventura County
Schools may apply for free mulch and compost
Delivery subsidies may be available
Contact: publicworks.venturacounty.gov
CalRecycle
calrecycle.ca.gov/organics/homecompost agromin.com
EPA epa.gov/recycle/composting-home
Rodale
Institute rodaleinstitute.org/blog/backyard-compostingbasics-a-cheatsheet/
Better Homes & Gardens bhg.com/gardening/yard/compost/diy-compost-bin (DIY bin under $100)
Food waste is a major environmental, economic, and social issue. Composting and organics recycling reduce greenhouse gas emissions and landfill waste while improving soil health and conserving resources.
Curbside collection service includes a kit for organics
Unincorporated residents may get a free food scrap pail
Limit one per household
Request yours here
Collect all food scraps in the kitchen pail
To bag or not to bag? Athens’ customers can place food scraps loose or in a clear plastic bag. EJH customers must bag their food scraps using any type of bag, clear plastic is preferred.
Tie bags securely before placing in the green cart
Do not mix trash or recyclables with organics
Place bagged food scraps in the green cart for pickup
Remove stickers, tags or bands from produce
According to the World Resources Institute (WRI), about one-third of all food produced globally for human consumption is lost or wasted each year—more than one billion tons.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates food waste costs consumers hundreds of dollars each year. Losses to producers and retailers are estimated in the billions.
Much of this waste is preventable. According to ReFED, over two billion metric tons of food are wasted annually—enough to feed more than two billion food-insecure people. Improving supply chains and raising public awareness could help recover some of it.
California law requires municipalities to have programs in place to divert 75% of organic waste from landfills and recover 20% for edible food donation. We cannot succeed without the participation of everyone. Reducing waste simply makes sense economically, environmentally, and socially.
Composting food and organic waste improves soil health, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and helps soil retain water. Home composting reduces strain on collection systems, truck traffic, and landfill use.
