Neighborhood Cleanup Program

Mesa residents interested in hosting a community cleanup event in their neighborhood are invited to submit their application for the Neighborhood Cleanup Program. Under this program, we provide large trash and green waste recycling containers to allow residents to clean their yards, remove litter from the neighborhood and haul off old furniture, mattresses and other unsightly debris.

Cleanup events are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis; subject to container availability.

Neighborhood Cleanup Application

Who can participate?

Individuals must be Mesa residential trash and recycling customers receiving curbside barrel service. Neighborhoods may schedule a neighborhood cleanup event once every 12 months.

Please note: Contractors hired to maintain common areas (such as landscapers) or to perform home improvement/remodeling projects are not permitted to use containers during cleanup event. Additional eligibility requirements must be met to participate in this program.

Containers & Accepted Items

For your safety, please do not enter or drive vehicles into containers.

Container doors will remain locked to prevent injury to residents and to avoid any potential traffic safety hazards. Tampering with or removing container locks or doors is prohibited and is considered a crime.

Neighborhood Cleanup container

30-yd roll-off container - 6' x 22' x 8'

Accepted items

  • Bagged or Boxed Trash
  • Unusable Furniture
  • Mattresses / Box Springs
  • Toys / Swing Sets / Junk
  • Non-Repairable Items (e.g.bicycles, bbq grills, etc.)

To prevent odors, please do not place food waste in the trash container.

Green Waste container

30-yd roll-off container - 6' x 22' x 8'

Accepted items

  • Grass
  • Leaves
  • Plant Trimmings
  • Tree Branches - under 12" in diameter only; no longer than 36". Due to mulching equipment limitations, branches with a diameter larger than 12" should be placed in the regular trash container.

Unaccepted items

  • Items placed in the green waste container should not be bagged.
  • Oleanders, cacti, palm fronds and palm trees are not accepted in the green waste container

Prohibited Items

  • Antifreeze
  • Aerosol cans
  • Batteries
  • Gasoline
  • Paint & paint-related materials
  • Pesticides
  • Pool chemicals
  • Propane / oxygen / helium or other pressurized tanks
  • Tires
  • Transmission fluid / engine oil

Visit Household Hazardous Materials program

  • Appliances (that were designed to contain freon)

Visit Appliance Recycling

  • Block
  • Dirt
  • Rock
  • Remodeling debris (shingles, tile, carpet, drywall, wood, etc.)

Call 480-644-2221 for disposal options

Frequently Asked Questions

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What time are the containers delivered and removed?
Between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Please do not park in areas designated as a container location. Once the containers have been set, they cannot be moved and will remain in your neighborhood for the duration of your event. Containers will not be emptied and returned.

Who can use the containers?
Any resident that lives on the street where the clean-up is being held may use the Neighborhood Cleanup containers. Contractors, commercial businesses, and landscapers are prohibited from using containers. To allow space for everyone, these containers may not be used for full tree removal or home renovation projects.

Why must the containers remain level?
To allow for the safe tarping and transporting of the containers, all items must be inside and level with the top of the container. This includes any branches or items that may be protruding from the top of the container. Do not place items on the sidewalk, street, or surrounding area.

Am I permitted to enter or climb on the container?
No. Your safety is important to us. Please do not enter or climb on the container(s) at any time. Containers may contain broken glass, items with sharp edges, branches with thorns, and other hazards. Always use caution around containers. For resident and vehicle safety, container doors will be locked and should not be opened. Removing or tampering with container locks and doors is prohibited and considered a crime.

Why do the containers only sit on one side of the street?
To maintain the safe flow of traffic as well as the safety of residents who are walking, bicycling, or otherwise utilizing the street. Please use care when crossing the street to load the container.

Can you put a container in my driveway or backyard?
No. To ensure all participating residents to have access to the containers, they must be placed on the street.

What other services are available to dispose of large bulky items?