Trash Collection/Recycling

One of the core services a city provides is the handling of solid waste. The history of solid waste management was developed in cities originally as a way to control human diseases. Management of solid waste in a municipal environment is still very much a public health and sanitation concern. As an example, without proper management, infestations of rats are a common outcome. Therefore most cities require residents to subscribe for garbage services which is the case for Port Townsend. Residents and businesses within City limits in accordance with Port Townsend municipal code Chapter 6.04.040 are required to have garbage service and keep their properties clean. The City of Port Townsend has a 10-year contract with Olympic Disposal for garbage, recycling, and yard waste services that went into effect on April 1, 2020.

If you do not have service, please contact Olympic Disposal and sign up for service. The City periodically will audit residents' accounts to ensure service is provided to all active residential and commercial properties.

You can sign up for service, view your neighborhood trash and recycling pick-up schedule, as well obtain more information related to trash collection on the Waste Connections website.

Thank you for helping keep our city clean.

Waste Connections Contact Information:

(360) 385-6612

Report an Issue

If you have a Trash/Recycling related issue you’d like to report, please visit our Report a Concern page and fill out the concern form.