About Us
About Us
Glendale Public Works’ Integrated Waste Management division helps residents, businesses, and property owners manage waste safely and sustainably. Through collection services, recycling and organics programs, education, and partnerships, IWM works to reduce landfill waste and methane emissions while supporting a cleaner, healthier community.
Our team is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing waste and recycling services citywide, while helping Glendale meet state requirements and long-term environmental goals.
What We Do
Integrated Waste Management provides and supports a range of services and programs, including:
Collection Services
City Recycling Center
Bulky Item Pickup
Hazardous Items & E-Waste
Street Sweeping
School Programs
Composting
Food Recovery Program
Go to Edible Food Recovery Program
What We Do
Integrated Waste Management provides and supports a range of services and programs, including:
Our Approach
We focus on:
Waste reduction through proper sorting, recycling, and organics diversion
Clear guidance and education to help the community sort materials correctly
Partnerships with residents, businesses, haulers, and community organizations
Compliance with state laws while making programs easy to understand and use
Supporting a Sustainable Glendale
By reducing landfill disposal and methane emissions, IWM helps Glendale protect air and water quality, conserve natural resources, and advance California’s long-term sustainability goals.
Get In Touch
Have questions or need assistance? Visit our Contact Us page or reach out to the IWM team at: