Imperial County
Public Works Department
Solid Waste & Recycling
Franchise Zones and Collection Services
Authorized by the Imperial County Board of Supervisors on April 28, 2026, following a public hearing, the Solid Waste Franchise Zone program establishes solid waste and recycling collection services in accordance with SB1383 requirements (Program).
This Program is designed to serve unincorporated areas of Imperial County, particularly higher-density communities located outside city limits, by ensuring access to reliable trash, recycling, and organic waste (green waste) collection services.
The Imperial County Department of Public Works (ICDPW) administers and oversees franchise agreements with authorized waste haulers serving these areas (Franchise Zones). These services support residents, businesses, and institutions in reducing waste, increasing recycling, and properly managing organic materials in compliance with state law.
Contact
Franchise Service Providers
To establish new service, request assistance, or ask questions about your trash, recycling, or organic waste collection, please contact the authorized hauler for your service area.
Not sure who your service provider is? Click on the button to find out.
How to use the map?
- Enter your address in the search bar
- Select your property from the results
- The map will show if your property is located within a Franchise Zone
- If applicable, it will identify your designated waste hauler.
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Recycling & Waste Reduction Resources
Not sure how to dispose of specific or unwanted items? Visit the Imperial Valley Resource Management Agency (IVRMA), which provides resources and programs for proper waste handling. Imperial County is a member of the Imperial Valley Resource Management Agency (IVRMA), a regional agency that assists local jurisdictions with developing and implementing programs for:
- Waste reduction and recycling
- Organic waste composting
- Household hazardous waste management
- Environmentally preferable purchasing
These efforts help ensure compliance with local, state,and federal environmental regulations.
IVRMA Contact Information
Additional SB 1383 Requirements & Resources
In addition to collection services, SB 1383 establishes requirements for property owners, businesses, and organizations to support proper waste management and organics diversion.
SB 1383 Responsibilities for Property Owners & Businesses
Property owners, managers, and businesses are responsible for the following:
Tenant Education
Provide tenants with information on waste sorting requirements within fourteen (14) days of occupancy.
Annual Training
Ensure employees, contractors, and tenants receive annual education on proper recycling and organic waste practices.
Proper Disposal Compliance
Prohibit placing materials in the incorrect containers (e.g., recyclables or organics in trash bins).
Edible Food Recovery
Support food recovery efforts by donating surplus edible food to local organizations, helping meet the statewide goal of recovering 20% of edible food currently disposed of in landfills by 2025.
Edible Food Recovery Program
Tier One and Tier Two commercial Edible Food Generators (EFGs) are required to recover the maximum amount of edible food that would otherwise be disposed of and participate in an edible food recovery program to donate surplus food to local Food Recovery Organizations and/or Food Recovery Services (FRO/FRS).
Tier One EFGs
- Grocery Stores and Supermarkets (10,000 sq. ft.+)
- Food Distributors
- Food Service Providers
- Wholesale Food Vendors
Tier Two EFGs
- Restaurants (5,000 sq. ft.+ or 250+ seats)
- Local education agencies with an on-site food facility
- Healthcare Facilities with an on-site food facility and 100+ beds
- Hotels (with at least 200 rooms and an on-site food facility)
- Large Venues/Events (2,000+ daily visitors)
For more information on local food recovery partners serving Imperial County, visit the IVRMA Website.
Statewide Program Information
For additional details on SB 1383 requirements and California’s organics reduction strategy, visit the CalRecycle SB 1383 Website.
Submit a Complaint or Report a Violation
If you would like to report a potential violation of SB 1383 requirements or issues related to solid waste services, please use the button below. All reports will be reviewed by the Imperial County Department of Public Works for follow-up and compliance review.