City of Galveston Trash Pick Up: Your Comprehensive Residential Collection Guide

References

• Official Galveston Sanitation Division Website
• Galveston Utility Bill Insert – Refuse Pick-up Hints (May 2008)

Efficient waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. The City of Galveston’s Sanitation Division is committed to providing reliable trash collection services that protect public health and keep the island clean. This comprehensive guide will help Galveston residents understand their trash pick-up services, schedules, and important guidelines.

Trash Pick Up Schedule in Galveston

The city has divided the island into specific collection zones based on geographical areas:

• Monday: West End of Island to 7 1/2 Mile Road
• Tuesday: 7 1/2 Mile Road to East Side of 51st Street
• Wednesday: West Side of 51st Street to East Side of 31st Street
• Thursday: West Side of 31st Street to East End of Island

Important Collection Guidelines

• Place carts at the curb no later than 7 AM on your scheduled collection day
• Remove carts by 10 PM on collection day
• Position cart with lid handle facing towards your house
• Ensure cart lid can fully close

Residential Trash Collection

Garbage Carts

• All residential accounts must use city service
• New move-ins receive a cart within 3-4 weeks of water service signup
• Temporary trash placement in bags/boxes is allowed during cart waiting period

Cart Replacement and Repair

• Broken wheel or lid? Request repair online
• Repair/replacement typically takes 7-14 business days
• Lost or stolen cart replacement fee: $55

Recycling Services

The City Recycling Center is located at 702 61st Street:

• Open Monday-Saturday, 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
• Curbside recycling available for seniors and disabled residents by appointment
• First Saturday of each month for special pickup

Bulk & Large Item Pick Up

Galveston now offers convenient bulk item collection:

• Pick up on your regular trash day
• Place items curbside or in the alley
• Appliances with freon must be tagged by a certified technician
• Maintain 3 feet of clearance around items

Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes

Several holidays will impact trash collection in 2025:

• MLK Day (Jan 20): Monday routes run one day late
• Memorial Day (May 26): Monday routes run one day late
• Juneteenth (June 19): Thursday routes run one day late
• Labor Day (Sept 1): Monday routes run one day late
• Thanksgiving (Nov 27): Thursday routes collected on Friday
• Christmas (Dec 25): Thursday routes run one day late

How to Request Services

Contact the Sanitation Division:

• Phone: 409-797-3630
• Email: Available on official website
• Online cart requests for repairs, replacements, and extras

The City of Galveston is dedicated to providing efficient, reliable trash collection services. By following these guidelines, residents can help maintain a clean, healthy community and ensure smooth waste management operations.