RICHMOND WASTE SERVICE UPDATE – JULY 16, 2025
Republic Services is operating on limited residential & commercial trash routes through Saturday, July 19. Please leave your trash (black or brown) carts out until serviced—pickup may occur on a non-scheduled day. Regular solid waste services are anticipated to resume the week of July 21.
Seniors & Residents with Disabilities
Call the City of Richmond at (510) 620-5407 to request special assistance. Leave a voicemail with your name, address, and contact phone number. Republic Services staff will collect bagged trash for seniors (62+) or those unable to take bins to the curb. Se habla español.
Free Trash Drop-Off
Additionally, Richmond residents may bring up to 4 bags of household trash at no cost to:
📍 Golden Bear Transfer Station
1 Parr Blvd, Richmond
Mon-Fri 7AM–5PM | Sat 9AM–5PM
Bring photo ID
❌ No bulky items (e.g., furniture),
❌ No e-waste (e.g., TVs), or
❌ No hazardous materials (e.g., paint, oil, medications)
Starting Thursday, July 17th- Free Recycling Drop-off
Richmond residents may bring up to 4 bags of recycling at no cost to:
📍 West County Resource Recovery facility
101 Pittsburg Rd, Richmond
Thur–Sat 9AM–4PM
Bring photo ID
Free Trash Bags – While Supplies Last
Residents can get 42-gal bags from City Hall (1st Floor), 450 Civic Center Plaza
📅 July 14–18 | ⏰ 8:30AM–7PM (Mon–Fri) – while supplies last
Businesses, Multifamily & Industrial Customers
Call Republic Services at (510) 262-7100 for bin or compactor service.
Contact Republic Services for more info: (510) 262-7100 [link in bio] or https://www.republicservices.com/municipality/richmond-ca
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RICHMOND WASTE SERVICE UPDATE JULY 15, 2025
Republic Services is running limited residential and commercial trash collection routes through Saturday July 19th. They anticipate returning to their regular service schedule the week of July 21st. Until then, please keep your carts out for service. Please note, your pickup may occur on a non-scheduled day.
Seniors and Residents with Disabilities
To request special service for seniors and residents with disabilities, please call the City of Richmond at (510) 620-5407 and leave a voicemail with your name, address, and contact phone number. Se habla español. Republic Services will send staff to pick-up bagged trash for seniors (aged 62 and older) or residents with disabilities who are unable to set their garbage bins or bags at the curb.
Additionally, Richmond residents can still drop off up to 4 bags of household trash at no cost to the Golden Bear Transfer Station located at 1 Parr Blvd, Richmond, CA. It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00AM-5:00PM and Saturday, 9:00AM-5:00PM.
IMPORTANT!
✅ Valid photo ID required to verify Richmond residency
• No bulky items (e.g., furniture)
• No electronic waste (e.g., TVs)
• No household hazardous waste (e.g., paint, oil, medications)
**Free Trash Bags Available**
The City is providing free 42 gal trash bags for residents to manage overflow starting Monday, July 14th until Friday, July 18th, while supplies last at Richmond City Hall, 450 Civic Center Plaza, 1st floor, Richmond from Monday- Friday, 8:30AM to 7:00PM
Businesses, Multifamily, and Industrial Customers
Contract Republic Services at (510) 262-7100 if bins or compactors need servicing.
For more information, contact Republic Services at: (510) 262-7100 or https://www.republicservices.com/municipality/richmond-ca
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ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL SERVICIO DE RESIDUOS DE RICHMOND 15 DE JULIO DE 2025
Republic Services está operando rutas limitadas de recolección de basura residencial y comercial hasta el sábado 19 de julio. Se anticipa que el servicio regular se reanude durante la semana del 21 de julio. Hasta entonces, por favor mantengan sus botes afuera para que puedan ser recolectados. Tenga en cuenta que su recolección puede ocurrir en un día no programado.
Las personas de la tercera edad y los residentes con discapacidades
Para solicitar un servicio especial para las personas de la tercera edad y los residentes con discapacidades, por favor llame a la Ciudad de Richmond al (510) 620-5407 y deja un mensaje de voz con tu nombre, dirección y número de teléfono. Se habla español. Republic Services enviará personal para recoger bolsas de basura de personas de la tercera edad (mayores de 62 años) o residentes con discapacidades que no pueden poner sus contenedores de basura o bolsas en la banqueta.
Además, los residentes de Richmond todavía pueden dejar hasta 4 bolsas de basura doméstica sin costo al Golden Bear Transfer Station, ubicado en1 Parr Blvd, Richmond, CA. Esta abierto de lunes a viernes de 7:00AM a 5:00PM y los sábados de 9:00AM a 5:00PM
¡IMPORTANTE!
✅ Se requiere una identificación con foto válida que demuestre residencia en Richmond
• No se aceptan artículos voluminosos (ej. muebles)
• No se acepta desecho electrónico (ej. televisores)
• No se acepta desecho doméstico peligroso (ej. Pintura, aceite, medicamentos)
**Bolsas de basura gratis disponibles**
La ciudad está proporcionando bolsas de basura gratuitas de 42 galones para que los residentes puedan controlar el exceso de basura. Disponibles del lunes 14 de julio al viernes 18 de julio (hasta agotar existencias) en el Ayuntamiento de Richmond, primer piso, 450 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, de lunes a viernes de 8:30 a.m. a 7:00 p.m.
Clientes Comerciales, Multifamiliares e Industriales
Contacte Republic Services al (510) 262-7100 si necesita servicio para sus contenedores o compactadores.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Republic Services al, (510) 262-7100 o https://www.republicservices.com/municipality/richmond-ca
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UPDATE MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025: Richmond Recycling and Waste Service Interruptions
Due to the ongoing Republic Services Solidarity Strike, all Republic Services Management continues to focus on servicing the essentials. Recycling and waste collection for residents is currently paused. If your carts are full, Republic Services advises:
Option 1: Golden Bear Transfer Station
Richmond residents can drop off up to 4 bags of household trash at no cost.
• 1 Parr Blvd, Richmond, CA
• Open Monday to Friday, 7AM-5PM and Saturday, 9AM-5PM
IMPORTANT!
✅ Valid photo ID required to verify Richmond residency
• No bulky items (e.g., furniture)
• No electronic waste (e.g., TVs)
• No household hazardous waste (e.g., paint)
Option 2: Bag and Secure on Property
Bag up trash in sturdy trash bags, secure them on the property where they can’t be broken open by animals. When Republic Services are able to resume service, they will pick them up at no charge to the customer.
For more information, contact Republic Services at: (510) 262-7100 or https://www.republicservices.com/municipality/richmond-ca
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ACTUALIZACIÓN LUNES, 14 DE JULIO DE 2025: Interrupciones del Servicio de Reciclaje y Basura en Richmond
Debido a la Huelga Solidaria de Republic Services, todo el personal administrativo de Republic Services continúa enfocándose en brindar servicio a ubicaciones esenciales. La recolección de reciclaje y basura para los residentes está actualmente suspendida. Si sus botes están llenos, Republic Services recomienda:
Opción 1: Estación de Transferencia Golden Bear
Los residentes de Richmond pueden llevar hasta 4 bolsas de basura doméstica sin costo.
• 1 Parr Blvd, Richmond, CA
• Abierto de lunes a viernes de 7:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m. y sábados de 9:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m.
¡IMPORTANTE!
✅ Se requiere una identificación con foto válida que demuestre residencia en Richmond
• No se aceptan artículos voluminosos (ej. muebles)
• No se acepta desecho electrónico (ej. televisores)
• No se acepta desecho doméstico peligroso (ej. pintura)
Opción 2: Embolsar y Asegurar en tu Propiedad
Coloque la basura en bolsas resistentes y asegúrelas en tu propiedad donde los animales no puedan romperlas. Cuando Republic Services pueda reanudar el servicio, recogerán las bolsas sin costo para el cliente.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Republic Services al, (510) 262-7100 o https://www.republicservices.com/municipality/richmond-ca