Winter 2026 Newsletter
Celebrating 120 Years of Service
Founded in 1906, MVRS began with horse-drawn wagons serving Mill Valley. Over the years, we’ve grown alongside the communities we serve. From introducing curbside recycling in 1981 to becoming the first Marin hauler to collect food scraps for composting, we’ve continued to find new ways to serve our community. Learn more about our company history here.
We’re proud of our history and grateful to serve you. We wish you a happy holiday season!
Holiday Collection Schedule & Christmas Tree Pickup
We provide collection service year-round, with the only exceptions being Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Our office will also be closed December 25 and January 1.
Find the holiday collection schedule, office closures, tipping information, and Christmas tree collection instructions on our Holiday Information page.
Collection Reminders
Keep Carts Light & Safe
We lift every cart by hand. If it’s hard for you to roll, it’s hard for us to lift! Please keep each cart under 60 pounds to avoid breakage and reduce the risk of injury for our collectors. Heavy yard waste can add weight quickly.Flatten Those Cardboard Boxes!
Flatten boxes to make more room in your recycling cart. Still have too much? Bundle cardboard (up to 2 ft. x 2 ft. x 1 ft.), tie with twine, and leave it next to your cart.Need Extra Trash Pickup?
Have more trash than will fit in your cart? Your service includes 2 or 4 FREE curbside cleanups each year, depending on where you live.
Call 415-457-9760 at least 24 hours before your regular pickup day to schedule, or email customer@millvalleyrefuse.com.
Batteries & Needles: Dispose of Them Safely
Improperly disposed batteries can cause fires, while loose needles can injure collection crews. Keep both out of your curbside carts and take them to an approved drop-off location.GLP-1 & Other Medical Needles
Place sharps in an approved, puncture-resistant container with a secure lid. Drop off at the Marin HHW Facility or a participating Marin County pharmacy.Batteries
Alkaline (AA, AAA, C and D), 9-volt, button and rechargeable batteries, including lithium-ion, can be taken to the Marin HHW Facility or an approved battery drop-off location.Marin Household Hazardous Waste Facility
565 Jacoby St., San Rafael
(415) 456-2665
Residential Drop-off: Tuesday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
No appointment needed.
Visit marinhhw.com for additional drop-off locations and disposal instructions.
SB 1383: Composting Helps Fight Climate Change
California law requires homes, apartments, schools, businesses and organizations to separate organic waste from the garbage. Learn more about mandatory organics recycling, what belongs in your green cart, and how MVRS helps meet California’s requirements.Coming to MVRS | January 2027
A new invoice look and new online portal are on the way!
Watch for setup instructions coming soon. Your collection days are not changing.
