Pleasanton Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Pleasanton, Texas.
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City of Pleasanton Public Works
Phone Number
830-569-3867Facility Address
108 S Main St, Pleasanton, TX 78064
Collection Schedule
Trash collected weekly by residential routes.
Bin Colors
City-issued trash carts
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Holiday pickup delayed by one day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk waste pickup scheduled monthly.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Place carts curbside before 7:00 AM.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Weekly Refuse Operations in the City of Live Oaks
In Pleasanton, maintaining a tidy neighborhood is a civic duty managed through a contracted partnership with Waste Connections. Residential garbage collection occurs once per week. Homeowners are issued standard 96-gallon poly-carts that easily accommodate daily household waste. To guarantee the routing driver empties your container, it must be pushed out to the street edge no later than 7:00 AM on your specific neighborhood collection day. Keep in mind that truck routing can change unexpectedly, so assuming the driver will arrive at their usual time is a major risk.
Curfew and Placement for Poly-Carts
Aesthetics matter deeply in Atascosa County. Pleasanton municipal ordinances dictate exactly when your waste containers can be visible to the public. You are permitted to place your bin at the curb the evening before your scheduled pickup. However, once the automated trucks have serviced the street, residents are legally required to remove the carts from the right-of-way and tuck them out of sight by the end of the day. Furthermore, ensure there is a distinct three-foot radius around the cart so the truck's mechanical arm can grab it safely without hitting mailboxes or parked cars.
The Local Recycling Drop-Off Facility
Rather than utilizing a curbside recycling program that is prone to contamination, Pleasanton empowers residents to take control of their environmental footprint via a dedicated drop-off center. Located near the public works yard, citizens can bring their sorted, clean materials directly to the facility. Acceptable items include flattened cardboard, aluminum beverage cans, and clean plastic jugs. Glass and flimsy plastic grocery sacks are expressly banned from the dumpsters, as they instantly compromise the integrity of the recyclable loads.
Brush Collection and Large Item Disposal
Texas landscapes require constant upkeep, and the city provides targeted solutions for heavy organic debris. Pleasanton operates scheduled brush pickup cycles where residents can leave tied, bundled tree limbs at the curb. Branches must be cut to manageable four-foot lengths. For massive household items like old mattresses or discarded furniture, homeowners must call Waste Connections directly to arrange a specialized bulky waste pickup. Refrigerators and freezers will absolutely not be touched unless a certified HVAC technician has safely drained the Freon and tagged the appliance.
Navigating Weather Delays and Holidays
The hard-working sanitation crews observe several major national holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Independence Day. If your standard trash day aligns with one of these events, your curbside pickup will be delayed by exactly 24 hours. The entire routing schedule shifts forward, ultimately returning to its normal cadence the following Monday. Additionally, during severe South Texas thunderstorms or flooding, garbage collection may be temporarily halted to protect the drivers and prevent municipal trucks from damaging saturated neighborhood roads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Pleasanton?
A: Trash collected weekly by residential routes.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Holiday pickup delayed by one day.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: City-issued trash carts
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Bulk waste pickup scheduled monthly.
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