Environmental Programs Public Counter
Effective Monday, October 4, the Environmental Programs public counter located on the 3rd floor of the Annex building in Alhambra is open to the public. In order to maintain social distancing (6 feet) and maintain facility capacity we have implemented an online appointment system. Masks are required at all times for all visitors and staff. Click here to schedule an in person appointment or call (626) 458-3517 for questions or assistance.
All applications can continue to be submitted electronically via the following options:
For Industrial Waste, Underground Storage Tanks, or Stormwater questions or submissions, email us at fchin@pw.lacounty.gov. You can also mail submissions to:
LA County Public Works
Environmental Programs Division
900 S. Fremont Avenue
Alhambra, CA 91803
For Construction and Demolition Recycling and Reuse Plans, submit via email at CND@pw.lacounty.gov or by fax (626) 628-9733.
If you have any questions, contact the Environmental Programs Public Counter at (626) 458-3517, Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4pm.
This recently adopted ordinance prohibits food facilities such as restaurants, cafeterias, food trucks, etc. located in the unincorporated areas from providing single use foodware accessories (e.g. straws, forks, condiment packets, napkins, etc.) to customers unless the customer requests them. This ordinance also requires third-party, online food-ordering businesses to include on their platforms a way for food facilities to offer single use foodware accessories so customers may select which accessories, if any, they choose to be packaged with their order.
Batteries can start a fire. They do not belong in the trash or recycling bin. Click here to find out where to properly dispose of batteries and personal electronics.
FREE Tire Collection Events in the Antelope Valley Areas - October 23 (Quartz Hill), October 23 (Palmdale), October 23 (Lake LA/Lancaster), and October 23 (Littlerock).
FREE Mattress Recycling Collection Events in the Antelope Valley Areas - October 9 (Palmdale), October 16 (Lake LA/Lancaster), and October 30 (Littlerock).
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient and responsible means for disposing of unused or expired prescription drugs. Visit DEATakeBack.com to locate a collection site near you or visit CleanLA.com for a list of HHW/E-Waste collection sites available throughout the year.
Learn how to make your next event as close to waste-free as possible with the Waste-Free Event Guide. No event is too big or too small to make a difference.
COVID-19 Impacts to Solid Waste Management
LA County will continue collecting trash, recycling, green waste and bulky items in unincorporated communities through contracted waste haulers while flattening the curve on COVID-19. However, some events have been affected.
Click here to learn more.
We would like to hear from you!
Thank you for participating and ensuring that HHW/E-Waste items are properly disposed. Let us know about your experience by completing this quick survey.
These appointments are to help guide property owners affected by the Bobcat and Lake Fires with the fire debris and hazard tree removal process. Click here to register.
Day Without Hunger
There are over 1.5 million food insecure residents living in Los Angeles County. Los Angeles Lakers, Kyle Kuzma, challenges you to help fight hunger. To learn how you can do your part, visit FoodDropLA.com.
Recycling beverage containers is a double play. It reduces landfill waste and puts cash in your pocket. Click here for more information and to find recycling centers near you.
Everyone has a role to play in keeping creeks, lakes, rivers and ocean beaches free of litter, pollutants and other debris. Click here and see if you’ve thought about all the kinds of refuse that damage our waterways and beaches. Use trash cans. Properly discard these waste products to protect our environment.
Illegal Dumping
Let’s punt away illegal dumping once and for
all. Do your part to keep your community safe and clean. Click here to learn how you can
prevent and report illegal dumping.
Every Drop Counts
Did you know that used motor oil never wears out and can be recycled and reused? Motor oil improperly disposed onto the ground or into storm drains can contaminate and pollute the soil, groundwater, and the ocean. Take your used motor oil to one of 650 certified collection centers in California or an auto parts store in your area to be recycled for free. Click here for more information.
Report abandoned shopping carts to West Coast Shopping Cart Service at (888) 787-Cart, or online. Or contact Retail Solutions at (800) 252-4613 or online.
Los Angeles County Public Works offers an e-mail notification system to provide up-to-date information on topics or events of interest. This system allows you to customize your notifications, so today!
Each day 38,000 tons of waste are disposed of in Los Angeles County. That is enough trash to fill the Rose Bowl every 6 days. Reduce the amount of trash you generate by purchasing less, reusing, and recycling.