HomeMy WebLinkAboutDiamond Bar Residential Winter 2026 Newsletter 12.29.25V a l l e y V i s t a S e r v i c e s W i n t e r 2 0 2 6
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Cardboard & Packaging
Recycling Reminders
The new year always brings an overflow of
cardboard from holiday gifts and online returns.
To keep your recycling running smoothly this
season, here are a few quick tips:
Break down all boxes to save space and
prevent jams in the cart.
Keep cardboard dry by placing it inside the
cart; wet cardboard can’t be recycled.
Don’t overload the cart. If you have extra
cardboard, schedule a bulky pickup.
A few simple steps help ensure clean, quality
recycling and keep extra holiday packaging out
of the landfill.
Senate Bill 1383:
Organic Waste Recycling
It is estimated that approximately six million
tons of food waste from California end up in
landfills annually. Once in landfills, food waste
decomposes and releases methane gas, a
potent greenhouse gas with significant
environmental impacts. These emissions
contribute to extreme heat, drought, wildfires,
and rising sea levels that threaten communities
across the state.
Progress with SB 1383
Since implementation began in January 2022:
Most California communities now
offer residential organic waste
collection.
Approximately 700 million meals
have been provided to
Californians in need through food
recovery efforts.
Food recovery programs have
expanded statewide, rescuing
edible food that would otherwise
go to waste.
In response, California enacted Senate Bill 1383,
which aims to reduce organic waste sent to
landfills by expanding organic recycling,
generating renewable energy from food scraps,
and strengthening food recovery programs to
help feed Californians in need.
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THINK BEFORE YOU TOSS!
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW), which
includes lithium-ion batteries, paints, oils,
cleaners, and lightbulbs, should never go in
the trash due to fire and environmental
risks. Lithium-ion batteries are especially
dangerous.
Safe disposal options:
Two FREE HHW pickups/year with
Valley Vista Services (800‑442‑6454)
Drop off batteries & bulbs at Ken’s Ace
Hardware, 303 S. Diamond Bar Blvd
Drop off other e-waste at Goodwill of
Southern California, 21070 Golden
Springs Dr.
in
www.valleyvistaservices.com
DBresidential@myvvs.com
(626) 855-5501
17445 E Railroad St, Industry, CA
Holiday Schedule
Collection Service will not run on these holidays:
If your regular collection day falls on or after one
of these holidays, pick up will be delayed one day.
Excluding holidays, our normal business hours are:
Monday through Friday 8 am- 5 pm and
Saturday from 8 am-1 pm.
New Year's Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Three ways to schedule a bulky pickup:
Contact customer service at (800) 442-6454.
Email an itemized list to
vvsbulky@myvvs.com.
Submit a request online at
valleyvistaservices.com/
bulky-item/.
Scan to Schedule
The holiday festivities are behind us, and it is
time to make space for the new items in our
homes. VVS is here to help you declutter by
offering Diamond Bar residents 4 FREE bulky
pickups, up to 4 items per pickup. Bulky items
include large furniture, appliances, or electronic
waste that do not fit inside the trash cart.
Please provide an itemized list of the items you
want collected when scheduling your pickup.
Submit your request no later than 24 hours
before your service day to ensure timely service.
Decluttering for the New Year
Food Waste
Fuel Electricity
Compost
From Waste to Resource:
The Journey of Organic Recycling
and Composting
When you recycle organic waste with VVS, it is
turned into valuable resources like mulch,
compost, or renewable energy. By placing food
waste in a clear plastic bag in your green
organic waste cart and putting yard waste
directly into the cart without a bag, you help
divert organic waste from landfills and protect
the environment.
Composting is a simple and effective way to
reduce your carbon footprint and support your
local community. Whether you compost at
home or use VVS services, you are helping
create healthy soil while staying in compliance
with SB 1383.
Rainy Season Pickups
If you are unable to locate your bin after heavy
rains, please contact us at
valleyvistaservices.com/contact-us.
During the rainy season, heavy rain can wash
debris into streets and waterways. Help prevent
pollution from waste and recycling carts by
following these tips:
Watch for stormwater runoff around your
property.
Keep bins at least two feet from the curb,
away from runoff areas.
Bring bins back promptly after collection to
avoid them being washed away.