FREE Compost Now Available for Customers at the WPWMA
Customers can now pick up FREE compost from the Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA). Customers must bring their own containers and, if needed, shovels to collect and store the materials. Customers may take as much or as little compost as they would like. The compost will be available at the WPWMA’s Public Disposal facilities […]
FREE Prescription Drug Take Back Event – October 24, 2026
Mark your calendar for a FREE Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 24, 2026! Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., there are several locations across Western Placer County providing FREE and anonymous drop-off for unused and expired medications and vaping devices. Keep our kids, our water, and our waste drug-free! Auburn Auburn City Hall1225 Lincoln […]
Spring 2026 Customer Survey
We want to hear from you! Complete our Spring 2026 Customer Survey for a chance to win a free dump pass – https://bit.ly/WPWMA2026 We appreciate your patience as our multi-year construction project has caused impacts for many customers. Your feedback will help inform future improvements and support better customer service.
Road Closure to Impact Typical Access to WPWMA’s Facilities Early 2026
Please be advised that there will be a full road closure on Athens Ave. between Placer County Fire Station 77 (immediately West of Thunder Valley Casino) and the intersection with N Foothills Blvd. between January 12-13. As of January 14th, 2026, Athens Ave has fully reopened in both directions. On the impacted dates, please use […]
Join us for a Trash Bash on October 18, 2025
Come explore the wonders of waste! This family-friendly event is an opportunity to learn about & see our brand-new waste sorting facility! Join the Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA) for a FREE, fun-filled event focused on educating the youngest members of our community on the facility where ALL of Western Placer County’s trash goes […]
Road Closures to Impact Typical Access to WPWMA’s Facilities during Summer 2025
Please be advised that East bound Athens Ave. has a planned full road closure coming up that will impact typical access to and from our facility. Please use Fiddyment Rd. and/or Moore Rd. to access the facility in the coming weeks. Beginning Monday, June 16, 2025 and for several months following, Athens Ave. will only […]
Nine Startups Selected as Finalists in Annual Circular Economy Innovation Competition
The Western Placer Waste Management Authority is offering $20,000 in prize money for its annual competition, managed by the Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at California State University, Sacramento. ROSEVILLE, CALIF. – The Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA) and Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship recently announced the nine innovation concepts selected to […]
Notice of Public Hearing March 13, 2025
BY WHOM: Western Placer Waste Management Authority WHERE: Western Placer Waste Management Authority Administrative Offices (3013 Fiddyment Road, Roseville, CA 95747) WHEN: Thursday March 13, 2025 5:45 PM PURPOSE: NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Western Placer Waste Management Authority will conduct a public hearing to receive input on increasing its tipping fees, as identified below, […]
Applications Open for the Circular Economy Innovation Competition
Submit your innovative project by Friday, February 21st for the chance to win $20,000! The WPWMA is shifting the historical dynamic of linear solid waste management — take, make and dispose of — to a new model circular resource management, where old products become new products in perpetuity. In short, we are searching for real […]
Building Material Manufacturer Selected as Winner in Second Annual Circular Economy Innovation Competition
The Western Placer Waste Management Authority awarded a total of $25,000 in prize money to the top two entrants in its competition, managed by the Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at California State University, Sacramento. ROSEVILLE, CALIF. – The Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA) and Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship announced the […]
