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1. What happens to my garbage?

Garbage in Beaverton is picked up and typically taken by your hauler to a transfer station. The majority of Beaverton’s trash goes to the Forest Grove Transfer Station. The garbage is then transferred to trucks that haul the garbage to a landfill (either near McMinnville or in eastern Oregon near Arlington).

2. I do not need 32-gallon garbage service every week. Is there another option?

Yes, if you currently receive more service than you feel is necessary, you may want to consider reducing your service to a 20-gallon cart, but it is still collected on a weekly basis. You could also subscribe to Will Call service. This service offers the collection of garbage, yard debris, and recycling on an on-call basis. Call your hauler for more information or review Beaverton’s residential rates and services.

3. Why do we have a franchised collection system?

The franchised system exists to ensure the health and sanitation of residents. Approved haulers are assigned geographic territories within the City. This ensures a universal high level of service and reduces the number of trucks servicing one street. The franchise system results in:

• Fewer noise disturbances to residents
• Less traffic congestion
• Reduced roadway wear and tear
• Fewer greenhouse gas emissions and diesel air-particulates

4. Where can I self-haul garbage or bulky waste?

The nearest options include (this is not an all-inclusive list):

• Hillsboro Landfill, 3205 SE Minter Bridge Road, 503-640-9427 - Accepts dry waste materials (generally yard debris, construction and demolition debris, and other household items but not including household garbage/kitchen type wastes or hazardous waste). Call for information.
• Forest Grove Transfer Station, 1525 B St., Forest Grove, OR; 503-249-8078 - Accepts most types of wastes, except hazardous waste. Call for information.
• Metro Central Transfer Station, 6161 NW 61st St, 503-234-3000 - Accepts most types of wastes, including hazardous waste. Call for information.