Efficient waste management is crucial for maintaining clean, healthy communities, and the City of Bloomington provides residents with comprehensive trash pick up services designed to meet the diverse needs of urban households. From weekly trash collection to specialized recycling and yard waste programs, the city’s sanitation services ensure that residents have convenient and reliable waste disposal options.
References:
- Official City of Bloomington Sanitation Services: https://bloomington.in.gov/sanitation
- Bloomington Trash Pick Up Details: https://bloomington.in.gov/sanitation/trash
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Bloomington
The City of Bloomington offers weekly curbside trash and recycling services for residential properties within city limits. Residents can expect:
- Weekly trash collection
- Weekly recycling collection on the same day as trash
- Bi-weekly yard waste collection (April to December)
Residential Trash Collection Details
Residents receive two carts:
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Solid Waste Cart (monthly fee based on size):
- 35-gallon cart: $8.75/month
- 64-gallon cart: $16.00/month
- 96-gallon cart: $24.00/month
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Recycling Cart: Provided free of charge
Important Cart Placement Guidelines
- Place carts at the curb by 5:00 a.m. on pickup day
- Maintain 4 feet distance from obstacles
- Keep lids completely closed
- Remove carts from the curb on the same day of pickup
Recycling Services
The city encourages proper recycling practices:
- Recycling collected on the same day as trash
- No bagging of recyclable materials
- Place recyclables inside the designated recycling cart
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Special services for large items include:
- Large item pickup: $25 per item
- Appliance pickup: $35 per item
- Scheduling required 24 hours in advance
- Charged to monthly City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) statement
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Yard waste collection runs from April to December:
- Bi-weekly collection
- $1 per bag or container
- Acceptable materials:
- Brown paper bags
- Plastic/metal containers (35-gallon max)
- Bundled sticks (48″ x 24″ or less)
Optional 64-gallon yard waste cart available for $70
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Holiday service delays in 2025:
- Thanksgiving Day (11/27/2025)
- Christmas Day (12/25/2025)
- New Year’s Day (1/1/2026)
One-day delay for these holidays; normal service for all other holidays
How to Find or Request Services
Ways to access trash pick up information:
- Call Sanitation Division: (812) 349-3443
- Email: [email protected]
- Use myBloomington online tool to find pickup days
- View interactive Sanitation Services Map
The City of Bloomington provides flexible, comprehensive waste management services designed to keep the community clean, sustainable, and efficiently serviced. By following guidelines and utilizing available resources, residents can ensure smooth trash and recycling collection.
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Why hasn’t my garbage been picked up today?A garbage truck might skip your trash pickup for several reasons. Common reasons include improper sorting of waste, overweight or oversized containers, blocked access to the garbage due to parked vehicles or construction, hazardous materials in the garbage, or severe weather conditions.
What are orange trash bags in Bloomington Indiana?Orange Bag Program
Monroe County residents who use the District’s RURAL Recycling Centers are required to dispose of their non-recyclable trash in 33 Gallon Big Orange Bags (BOB) or 15 Gallon Little Orange Bags (LOB). The bags cost $15.00 per roll for BOBs, and $12.50 a roll for LOBs.
Will waste pro pickup a mattress?We offer on-demand bulk waste pickup services for various household items such as: major appliances, furniture and mattresses. Please contact your local city or county for proper disposal procedures of electronic items.
https://bloomington.in.gov/sanitation/trash
If you have questions or are having issues with your trash, recycling or yard waste services, please call the Sanitation Division at (812) 349-
https://bloomington.in.gov/sanitation
Trash & Yard Waste Pickup. The City of Bloomington provides weekly curbside service collections of trash and recycling (and bi-weekly yard