February 2, 2017
With news of more recycling centers closing, the WPWMA reminds you that you can still recycle your beverage containers at our facility! Use CalRecycle’s search tool to locate other beverage container recycling centers near you!
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Learn more about the WPWMA’s facilities including the materials recovery facility (MRF), landfill, composting operations and more.
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March 18, 2019
The WPWMA is the lead agency and will prepare an Environmental Impact Report for the Renewable Placer: Waste Action Plan. View the Notice of Preparation and learn more at RenewablePlacer.com.
… Read More »January 1, 2019
Recycle your Christmas tree into compost, mulch or electricity! Find a free drop-off location near you. Make sure to remove all decorations (no flocked trees, please).
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December 10, 2018
Christmas Eve / New Year’s Eve
7:00 – 3:00
Christmas Day* / New Year’s Day*
7:00 – 10:00
*HHW & Buyback will be closed
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The WPWMA’s offices will be closed December 24 through January 1. Please note that phones will not be answered and odor notification responses will not be sent during this time. Disposal pricing is available here.
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September 27, 2018
Did you miss our 8th annual odor workshop on Tuesday, October 23? See our Q&A SUMMARY of discussion topics.
… Read More »June 28, 2018
The WPWMA Board of Directors approved a tipping fee increase at their meeting on February 8, 2018. NEW FEES are effective July 1, 2018.
… Read More »June 26, 2018
Our annual event is nearing! Placer County residents can drop off household hazardous waste and electronics for free at the Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn on September 22 & 23. Learn more…
… Read More »January 1, 2018
The WPWMA Board of Directors will consider a tipping fee increase at their meeting on February 8, 2018. View the PUBLIC NOTICE.
… Read More »November 10, 2017
The WPWMA will be open from 7am to 11am on Thanksgiving Day, and buyback and HHW facilities will be closed. Normal hours will resume Friday, November 24.
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