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September 2025
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New Waste Hauler Contract
Starting Sept. 2, the new waste hauler contract, Valley Vista Services (VVS), will provide
service to residential customers, and Waste Management (WM) will begin serving the
commercial sector.
Because the transition date follows the Labor Day holiday, please note that all waste
collection services will be delayed by one day that week.
Residential Organics Program Update
To assist households in separating food scraps and recycling organics, VVS will be
delivering kitchen pails to new residential customers throughout September. These
pails are intended to make food waste collection cleaner and convenient before
transferring materials into your outdoor organics cart.
Reminder:
o Food waste may be bagged in clear plastic bags before being placed into the
organics cart.
o Yard trimmings and outdoor green waste should not be bagged—they must
go in loose.
Cart Exchanges and Adjustments
If you still have WM carts from the recent VVS cart exchange, or need adjustments
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such as additional carts or removals, call 626-855-5501 to schedule a pickup or
delivery.
Missed the Community Meetings?
For those unable to attend the community meetings held in August, the City has
made the full recordings available online.
The presentation covers:
o Details of the hauler transition
o Service and program offerings
o Available discounts
o Billing information
Free Tire Recycling Event
Do you have old tires taking up space in your garage or backyard? Here is your
chance to dispose of them responsibly—for free.
Los Angeles County will be hosting a Free Tire Recycling Event in Glendora from 9
a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at Citrus College– Parking Lot S2, 1000 W. Foothill
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Blvd., Glendora, CA 91741. The event is open to all LA County residents and provides
an easy, environmentally friendly way to dispose of unwanted tires.
Important Details:
o Open to LA County residents only. Tires from businesses will not be accepted.
o No oversized/tractor tires. Standard car and light truck tires only.
o Large loads: If you plan to bring 10 or more tires, you must call the County at
626-430-5540 at least one week in advance to request a Tire Transport Form.
This program helps reduce illegal dumping, protects local neighborhoods, and
ensures used tires are recycled properly instead of ending up in landfills or vacant
lots.
For questions or more information, call 626-430-5540 or visit the Clean LA website.
New Student Program on Microplastics
As students head back to school this fall, the City is introducing a new way to connect
classroom learning with real-world science. Starting in the 2025–2026 school year, the
City is partnering with Algalita Marine Research and Education to launch a pilot
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program for middle and high school students focused on plastic pollution and
microplastics.
Building on the City’s longtime partnership with the Discovery Cube of Orange
County—which has brought recycling, composting, and waste reduction education to
elementary schools for nearly a decade—this new program expands environmental
learning to older students with a special focus on how plastics affect waterways and
ecosystems.
Through hands-on field trips to Alamitos Bay, students will:
o Collect and analyze water samples for microplastics.
o Explore native plant habitats.
o Learn how everyday choices connect to global environmental challenges.
The program will serve up to 400 students in grades 6–12. All costs, including field trip
fees and transportation stipends, will be covered, so every public school in Diamond
Bar has the opportunity to participate.
By partnering with Algalita, the City empowers students to deepen their
understanding of pollution, protect water resources, and take meaningful action
toward a sustainable future.
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Nature’s Blanket is Good for the Environment
As autumn arrives and leaves begin to fall, it may be tempting to rake them all up and
bag them away. However, letting leaves remain on the ground can provide a
surprising array of benefits for your yard and the environment!
Why It Is Good to Leave the Leaves
o Natural Fertilizer: Leaves that decompose naturally add valuable nutrients
back into the soil, enriching it and promoting healthy plant growth. This
process mimics how forests regenerate, as fallen leaves create a nutrient-rich
layer for plants and trees.
o Habitat for Wildlife: Fallen leaves provide shelter for insects, small animals,
and even certain pollinators like butterflies and moths that hibernate in leaf
litter. These creatures play a crucial role in your yard’s ecosystem, helping
pollinate plants and keeping pests in check.
o Soil Protection: A layer of leaves helps protect soil from erosion by heavy rain
and provides insulation against extreme temperatures. This natural “mulch”
keeps moisture in the soil, reducing the need for extra watering.
If you prefer a tidy lawn, consider mulching leaves with your lawnmower and
spreading them around garden beds or under shrubs. Embracing this simple, eco-
friendly practice benefits both your yard and the natural world around it. This fall, let
nature’s blanket work its magic and leave the leaves!
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Honoring Latinx Environmental Leaders for
National Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the achievements, culture,
and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx individuals in the United States. This year, let
us spotlight a few inspiring Hispanic and Latinx environmentalists who have
dedicated their lives protecting the planet and ensuring sustainable futures for their
communities and beyond.
1. Juanita Constible (United States): Works with the Natural Resources Defense
Council (NRDC), to advocate for public health policies that address the impacts of
climate change, particularly for underserved communities. Her research highlights
the ways climate issues, such as extreme heat and air pollution, disproportionately
affect vulnerable populations.
2. Dr. Mario Molina (Mexico): A Mexican chemist co-authored a groundbreaking
paper in 1974 that revealed the role of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) in the depletion of
the ozone layer, leading to global policies to protect the ozone. Molina received the
Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1995 for his work, and he remained an advocate for
climate action until his passing in 2020.
3. Esperanza Martinez (Ecuador): An Ecuadorian biologist and founder of Acción
Ecológica, an organization dedicated to protecting Ecuador’s Amazon rainforest. Her
work focuses on preventing oil extraction in ecologically sensitive areas and
defending the rights of indigenous communities. Martinez’s work has been
instrumental in preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable development in
Ecuador.
These Latinx environmental leaders show us the powerful impact one person can
have on creating a more sustainable, just, and healthy world. Let us honor their work
and follow their footsteps by taking actions to protect our environment and promote
a brighter, greener future for all.
Contact Information
City of Diamond Bar
Environmental Services Team
21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
909-839-7000 | greendb@diamondbarca.gov
For information about this newsletter, contact the
Environmental Services Team at 909-839-7015
or greendb@diamondbarca.gov.
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