Recycling in Pico Rivera is as Easy as 1, 2, 3!

Recycling is easier than you think and a little know-how goes a long way! In fact, many items that we toss out every day can go right into your Blue Recycling Cart. Paper, metal, plastic, and glass items can be recycled into new products, but they need to be in the proper condition to do so.

Here are 3 important considerations to have when recycling:

» Ensure items are dry and clean, especially paper products

» Containers are completely empty/ rinsed of contents, e.g., food & liquids

» Look for labels that indicate plastic types that can be recycled, e.g. #1, #2, & #5

Make sure that shrink wrap, Styrofoam packaging or packing ‘peanuts’, and wax-coated containers such as coffee cups and food boxes go into your black waste cart

What Goes into the Blue Recycling Cart?

Metal:
» Empty aerosol cans

» Food and beverage cans

» Foil and liners

Glass:
» Food and beverage containers

Plastic:
» Food & beverage containers labeled #1, #2, and #5

» Soap & cleaning product containers labeled #1, #2 and #5

Please place all lids securely on plastic containers

Paper:
» Cardboard

» Newspaper

» Junk mail/Magazines

» Paper bags

» Milk & juice cartons

» Egg cartons

» Wrapping paper

Please ensure all paper products are clean and dry. Any paper products soiled with food can be placed into your organics bin for composting

Remember, on collection day:

» Carts should be placed curbside by no later than 6 a.m.

» The handles and wheels of carts should face your residence

» Carts must be placed side by side, 1 foot apart, and at least 3 feet from any obstructions

» Carts should be removed by the end of the day

For help to sort recyclables correctly, visit NASAServices.com or call NASA Services at 888-888-0388 with other recycling questions.