Simi Valley Opens Landfill for Free Residential Clean-Up Day
(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — The WM landfill will open its gates to residents for free disposal of household items and recyclables on Sunday, May 17.
The residential clean-up day runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Simi Valley Landfill and Recycling Center at 2801 N. Madera Road. Residents must show proof of residency through a driver's license or waste bill with a local address.
Each household can bring up to two loads of materials. The event accepts general household refuse and recyclables, plus up to five non-commercial vehicle tires per family. All loads must be covered during transport to prevent littering.
The city asks residents to separate recyclables from regular trash to make processing easier. This separation helps the facility handle materials more efficiently and supports the city's recycling goals.
Several restrictions apply to the free disposal day. Commercial waste, hazardous materials, electronics, liquids, household batteries, mercury-containing items like thermometers, and fluorescent bulbs cannot be dropped off. Commercial vehicles are also prohibited from using the service.
The clean-up day serves as a tool to reduce illegal dumping throughout the city. By providing residents with an accessible disposal option, the program helps keep neighborhoods and open spaces clear of abandoned items.
For residents with hazardous waste materials that cannot be accepted Sunday, the city offers separate collection events on the third Saturday of every other month. These household hazardous waste sessions require appointments and serve both Simi Valley and Moorpark residents.
The next hazardous waste collection is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026. Residents can request appointments through the city website at www.simivalley.org/hhwappointments.
City officials designed the program to make proper disposal convenient for residents while protecting local environments from improper dumping. The twice-yearly residential and recycling events typically draw hundreds of participants who use the opportunity to clear garages, yards and storage areas.
The landfill and recycling center normally charges fees for disposal services. The free days eliminate cost barriers that might otherwise lead residents to dispose of items improperly.
Residents seeking more information about acceptable materials can visit the Simi Valley Landfill website at www.wmsolutions.com or call (805) 579-7267. The facility staff can answer questions about specific items and disposal requirements.
The clean-up day represents one of several local initiatives aimed at maintaining neighborhood quality and environmental health. Similar programs throughout the year include electronic waste collection and document shredding events.
