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Road Closures to Impact Typical Access to WPWMA's Facilities

Please be advised that N. Foothills Blvd. has several planned full road closures coming in October 2024 that will impact typical access to the WPWMA. Please use alternative routes.
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The WPWMA – Serving Placer County Since 1978

About the WPWMA

RFP for General Counsel Services

The WPWMA is seeking proposals for General Counsel services from law firms and/or individuals that have a fully developed practice with experience advising and representing California joint powers agencies, and solid waste agencies in particular.
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Reminder: Disposal Fees Increased July 1, 2024

As approved by the WPWMA Board of Directors in July 2022, waste disposal fees increased at the WPWMA on July 1, 2024.
New Disposal Fees

The WPWMA is Leading Placer County into a Sustainable Future

Renewable Placer
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The WPWMA – Serving Placer County Since 1978

About the WPWMA

RFP for General Counsel Services

The WPWMA is seeking proposals for General Counsel services from law firms and/or individuals that have a fully developed practice with experience advising and representing California joint powers agencies, and solid waste agencies in particular.
Learn More

Reminder: Disposal Fees Increased July 1, 2024

As approved by the WPWMA Board of Directors in July 2022, waste disposal fees increased at the WPWMA on July 1, 2024.
New Disposal Fees

The WPWMA is Leading Placer County into a Sustainable Future

Renewable Placer
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Make the Swap!

Here in Placer County, we make recycling and disposal easy – You toss everything into your bin,...

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How does waste disposal work in my city or town?

We do things differently in Placer County - you toss, we sort! Learn more about the WPWMA’s innovative waste management practices.

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Who picks up my trash?

The WPWMA does not provide collection services. Who picks up your trash depends on what community you live in. Learn more about your waste hauler.

Disposal Laws Change

Learn more about California’s regulatory compliance requirements and how the WPWMA is helping our communities reduce materials sent to landfills.

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Senate Bill 1383 and Organics Recycling

SB 1383 requires communities statewide to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to landfills. Organics in landfills contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. While residents do not have to separate their organic waste themselves, certain businesses must.

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How does waste disposal work in my city or town?

We do things differently in Placer County - you toss, we sort! Learn more about the WPWMA’s innovative waste management practices.

recycle-truck

Who picks up my trash?

The WPWMA does not provide collection services. Who picks up your trash depends on what community you live in. Learn more about your waste hauler.

Disposal Laws Change

Learn more about California’s regulatory compliance requirements and how the WPWMA is helping our communities reduce materials sent to landfills.

paper-stack

Senate Bill 1383 and Organics Recycling

SB 1383 requires communities statewide to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to landfills. Organics in landfills contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. While residents do not have to separate their organic waste themselves, certain businesses must.

icon-sorting-conveyor-belt

How does waste disposal work in my city or town?

We do things differently in Placer County. Learn more about the WPWMA’s innovative waste management for residents and businesses.

recycle-truck

Who picks up my trash?

The WPWMA does not provide collection services. Who picks up your trash depends on what community you live in. Learn more about your waste hauler.

Disposal Laws Change

Learn more about California’s regulatory compliance requirements and your responsibility to reduce materials sent to landfills.

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Senate Bill 1383 and You

SB 1383 requires communities statewide to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to landfills. Organics in landfills contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and include everyday items like leaves, lawn clippings, food scraps and dirty paper products.

Learn more about our facilities

Do you want to learn more about the WPWMA’s sustainability efforts? Visit our facility online or in person.

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