Miscellaneous Recycling

Accepted Materials
  • Motor oil can be placed for collection in 1-gallon jugs provided by Recology, please do not use your own jugs.
  • Oil filters can be recycled in a sealed plastic bag provided by Recology. Please do not use your own bags. Contact Recology at 408-842-3358.
  • Yard waste and food scraps are collected in 96-gallon green toters. Additional green waste can be placed at the curb if bundled and labeled as yard waste. Items not accepted in the yard waste containers include: plastic bags/plastic wrap, liquids, styrofoam, palm fronds, pet waste, sod, dirt, rocks, and concrete.
Unacceptable Materials
Hazardous materials, dirt, and concrete are not accepted at curbside.