City of Virginia Beach Waste Management Division

07/20/2021

Putting your recycling in plastic bags chokes the sorting equipment rendering materials un-recyclable. Put recycling into your cart clean, loose and dry. Never any plastic bags.

Putting your recycling in plastic bags chokes the sorting equipment rendering materials un-recyclable. Put recycling into your cart clean, loose and dry. Never any plastic bags.

07/13/2021

The Washed Ashore Traveling Exhibit features collections of intricate, beautifully designed, giant sea life sculptures made entirely of marine debris collected from beaches. Impressive as it is tragic, this event is being hosted by the Norfolk Botanical Gardens now through October 31.

What items do you see in these art pieces?
As a side note: Not a single plastic item that you see here is accepted in your curbside recycling cart but every item you see could have been donated, reused or repurposed.

07/12/2021

From Trash to Treasure: 20 Recycled Crafts for Kids

When looking to inspire your kids’ creativity, search no further than your recycling bin!
https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/top-trash-to-treasures-crafts-1254258

Recycle creatively with these trash to treasure projects and craft ideas. Try a few with your little ones before hauling your recycling bin to the curb.

07/08/2021

Please keep the water flow line clear at the curb. With the impending storm we do not want anything blocking storm drains or the water flow obstructed. Trash cans, yard debris bags and other objects out for collection should be away from the curb or above the curb line.

Please secure bulky items that could become windblown and make sure that lids on trash and recycling carts are securely shut. If you have Friday collection we recommend that you do not put your carts/items out until Friday morning (before 7 AM)

TFC will be doing their best to complete today's routes but if your recycling is due to be picked up today and hasn't been serviced by 7 PM tonight we recommend you pull your cart in. We expect the worst of the winds to be this evening. If needed have the cart back out at 7 AM on Friday as TFC will service incomplete areas first thing the next morning if needed.

Should we experience any delays in service we will let you know. Thank you.

Please keep the water flow line clear at the curb. With the impending storm we do not want anything blocking storm drains or the water flow obstructed. Trash cans, yard debris bags and other objects out for collection should be away from the curb or above the curb line.

Please secure bulky items that could become windblown and make sure that lids on trash and recycling carts are securely shut. If you have Friday collection we recommend that you do not put your carts/items out until Friday morning (before 7 AM)

TFC will be doing their best to complete today's routes but if your recycling is due to be picked up today and hasn't been serviced by 7 PM tonight we recommend you pull your cart in. We expect the worst of the winds to be this evening. If needed have the cart back out at 7 AM on Friday as TFC will service incomplete areas first thing the next morning if needed.

Should we experience any delays in service we will let you know. Thank you.

07/07/2021

It's hurricane season! That usually means we see an increase in yard debris as storms like Elsa roll through. Here's a reminder of our yard debris guidelines.

It's hurricane season! That usually means we see an increase in yard debris as storms like Elsa roll through. Here's a reminder of our yard debris guidelines.

07/02/2021

The West Neck Recycling Center is closed due to inclement weather until further notice. It will reopen on Saturday, July 3 as scheduled.

Please note that it will be closed on Monday, July 5 in observance of Independence day along with the Waste Management office.

The West Neck Recycling Center is closed due to inclement weather until further notice. It will reopen on Saturday, July 3 as scheduled.

Please note that it will be closed on Monday, July 5 in observance of Independence day along with the Waste Management office.

07/01/2021

The Public Works Waste Management office and West Neck Recycling Center will be closed on Monday, July 5. Collection and recycling schedules are unaffected by the holiday.

The Public Works Waste Management office and West Neck Recycling Center will be closed on Monday, July 5. Collection and recycling schedules are unaffected by the holiday.

06/23/2021

Smile, you're on camera!

When the Landfill and Resource Recovery Center is closed anything dumped outside of the gate is illegal dumping and subject to fines.

Regular hours are Tuesday - Saturday 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM. They do close for severe weather and be sure to check the schedule for holidays: https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/public-works/pw-waste-management/Pages/holiday-collection-schedule.aspx

Few municipalities have their own landfills that residents can use at no additional charge. Please, please don't abuse it. Also check the SPSA Landstown Transfer Station on Concert Drive. They are about 15 minutes from the Landfill. Residents get 12 uses of that facility per calendar year for household generated waste.

Smile, you're on camera!

When the Landfill and Resource Recovery Center is closed anything dumped outside of the gate is illegal dumping and subject to fines.

Regular hours are Tuesday - Saturday 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM. They do close for severe weather and be sure to check the schedule for holidays: https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/public-works/pw-waste-management/Pages/holiday-collection-schedule.aspx

Few municipalities have their own landfills that residents can use at no additional charge. Please, please don't abuse it. Also check the SPSA Landstown Transfer Station on Concert Drive. They are about 15 minutes from the Landfill. Residents get 12 uses of that facility per calendar year for household generated waste.

06/23/2021

Our neighbors over here on Holland Road at the SPCA shelter (3040 Holland Road) are asking for newspapers and new or gently used sheets. If you have any of these items consider donating them so that they can get some more use.

We are in urgent need of newspapers! We are also still in need of new or gently used sheets. If you would like to donate, please bring them by the shelter at 3040 Holland Road. Thank you for helping our animals!

06/22/2021

The West Neck Recycling Center is closed for the day due to the inclement weather. Thank you.

The West Neck Recycling Center is closed for the day due to the inclement weather. Thank you.

06/15/2021

In observance of Juneteenth, Waste Management offices will be closed on Friday, June 18. Collections schedules are unchanged. The Landfill and Resource Recovery Center and West Neck Recycling Center will be closed on Saturday, June 19.

In observance of Juneteenth, Waste Management offices will be closed on Friday, June 18. Collections schedules are unchanged. The Landfill and Resource Recovery Center and West Neck Recycling Center will be closed on Saturday, June 19.

06/09/2021

Virginia Beach releases a mobile app connecting services and information

Have you tried City of Virginia Beach's new mobile app, VB Connect? It provides you with easy access to services and information in a personalized dashboard based on your address. It is the quickest and easiest way to book a bulky item pickup. Highly recommended as our phone lines are often busy!

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vbgov.vbconnect
iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/vb-connect/id890071467?mt=8
Website: vbconnect.virginiabeach.gov

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06/04/2021

The City of Virginia Beach Landfill and Resource Recovery Center and West Neck Recycling Center are closed until further notice due to inclement weather.

Edit: As of 10:03 AM they have re-opened.

The City of Virginia Beach Landfill and Resource Recovery Center and West Neck Recycling Center are closed until further notice due to inclement weather.

Edit: As of 10:03 AM they have re-opened.

06/04/2021

Recycling collection continues to operate on a delay and will continue into Saturday. If your recycling is not collected on your normally scheduled day, please leave your cart at the curb to be collected the following day.

Recycling collection continues to operate on a delay and will continue into Saturday. If your recycling is not collected on your normally scheduled day, please leave your cart at the curb to be collected the following day.

06/03/2021

We are expecting severe weather today.

Please keep the water flow line clear at the curb. With the impending heavy rainfall we do not want anything blocking storm drains or the water flow obstructed. Trash cans, yard debris bags and other objects out for collection should be away from the curb or above the curb line.

Please secure bulky items that could become windblown and make sure that lids on trash and recycling carts are securely shut.

Should there be any changes or delays in service we will let you know. Thank you and stay safe out there!

We are expecting severe weather today.

Please keep the water flow line clear at the curb. With the impending heavy rainfall we do not want anything blocking storm drains or the water flow obstructed. Trash cans, yard debris bags and other objects out for collection should be away from the curb or above the curb line.

Please secure bulky items that could become windblown and make sure that lids on trash and recycling carts are securely shut.

Should there be any changes or delays in service we will let you know. Thank you and stay safe out there!

05/27/2021

The Waste Management office will close on Friday, May 28 at 2 PM in remembrance of 5/31.

The Waste Management office and the West Neck Recycling Center will be closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day.

The Landfill and Resource Recovery Center, Waste Collection and Recycling will be unaffected by these closures.

The Waste Management office will close on Friday, May 28 at 2 PM in remembrance of 5/31.

The Waste Management office and the West Neck Recycling Center will be closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day.

The Landfill and Resource Recovery Center, Waste Collection and Recycling will be unaffected by these closures.

05/25/2021

The Waste Management office at 3024 Holland Rd. is back open to the public and in-person services have resumed.

The Waste Management office at 3024 Holland Rd. is back open to the public and in-person services have resumed.

05/21/2021

Recycling company warns people not to recycle lithium-ion batteries after multiple plant fires

Lithium-ion batteries should not go in the trash or recycling bin. We accept those and other household hazardous waste at the Virginia Beach Landfill and Resource Recovery Center at 1989 Jake Sears Rd, 23464 which is open to all Virginia Beach residents Tuesday-Saturday from 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Many retailers also accept them. If it is a modern device and it is chargeable, it probably has a lithium-ion battery in it.

"We take paper, bottles, and cans. We always like to say, 'When in doubt, throw it out.'"

05/20/2021

Where’s the recycling truck? Driver shortage continues to delay service

Virginia Beach continues to see recycling delays.

Residents should still be receiving recycling collection every other week but collection may occur on a delay. Typically, this is the next morning. Residents should call if their recycling has not been picked up by noon on the day after your scheduled pickup.

As mentioned in this article, we've been meeting with TFC because of these delays and they are tackling their driver shortage from multiple angles to get service back to normal.

Public Works Waste Management can be reached by phone at 757-385-4650 or by email at [email protected].

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05/12/2021

Interested in promoting a cleaner, more beautiful Virginia Beach? If so, the Virginia Beach Clean Community Commission (VBCCC) is looking for you!

The VBCCC is a City Council appointed commission that works to promote environmental stewardship and to help educate others on the benefits of litter prevention, recycling, and beautification.

Applications are open to residents of Virginia Beach who are available to serve a three-year term and attend six meetings a year.

Meetings are held every other month with cleanup and education opportunities occurring throughout the year.

If you are interested in learning more or wish to be considered for an appointment to the VBCCC please visit
https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/city-clerk/appointed-agencies/Pages/talent-bank.aspx?fbclid=IwAR3H7VmHQiqP15J23Etdem0xXKvKeI-kaj6SkGzU4SX4vP4AHco8BApVQPo

Interested in promoting a cleaner, more beautiful Virginia Beach? If so, the Virginia Beach Clean Community Commission (VBCCC) is looking for you!

The VBCCC is a City Council appointed commission that works to promote environmental stewardship and to help educate others on the benefits of litter prevention, recycling, and beautification.

Applications are open to residents of Virginia Beach who are available to serve a three-year term and attend six meetings a year.

Meetings are held every other month with cleanup and education opportunities occurring throughout the year.

If you are interested in learning more or wish to be considered for an appointment to the VBCCC please visit
https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/city-clerk/appointed-agencies/Pages/talent-bank.aspx?fbclid=IwAR3H7VmHQiqP15J23Etdem0xXKvKeI-kaj6SkGzU4SX4vP4AHco8BApVQPo

05/06/2021

TFC is completing Wednesday routes this morning. Thursday and Friday residents can expect delays – with Friday service carrying over into Saturday.

If your blue cart is not collected on your normal collection day, please leave your cart at the curb to be collected the following day. Thank you.

TFC is completing Wednesday routes this morning. Thursday and Friday residents can expect delays – with Friday service carrying over into Saturday.

If your blue cart is not collected on your normal collection day, please leave your cart at the curb to be collected the following day. Thank you.

05/05/2021

Interested in promoting a cleaner, more beautiful Virginia Beach? If so, the Virginia Beach Clean Community Commission (VBCCC) is looking for you!

The VBCCC is a City Council appointed commission that works to promote environmental stewardship and to help educate others on the benefits of litter prevention, recycling, and beautification.

Applications are open to residents of Virginia Beach who are available to serve a three-year term and attend six meetings a year.
Meetings are held every other month with cleanup and education opportunities occurring throughout the year.

If you are interested in learning more or wish to be considered for an appointment to the VBCCC please visit https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/city-clerk/appointed-agencies/Pages/talent-bank.aspx

05/03/2021

The West Neck Recycling Center is closed for the rest of today, Monday, May 3, due to inclement weather. It will reopen tomorrow at 7 AM.

The West Neck Recycling Center is closed for the rest of today, Monday, May 3, due to inclement weather. It will reopen tomorrow at 7 AM.

04/30/2021

Friday's recycling service is operating on a delay. Please leave recycling carts curbside and they will be serviced Saturday morning. If your cart is not serviced by the end of the day on Saturday call Waste Management’s office on Monday morning at 385-4650. Thank you!

04/29/2021

A perfect storm slows down trash and recycling pickup in Hampton Roads

Thanks to WAVY TV 10 for reaching out to us about this story.

Recycling delays are probably the subject we currently get messaged about the most. The truck driver shortage, which is being felt nationally, is the biggest obstacle to our recycling contractor. TFC Recycling is urgently hiring drivers if you know of anyone interested: http://www.tfcrecycling.com/employment.html

If you find your recycling not collected at the end of your collection day, leave it out for the next morning. If they are running behind the first thing they do the next day is finish the uncompleted routes from the previous day.

If you find your recycling not collected by noon the day after your collection day, contact us at (757) 385-4650 or [email protected] so that we can get TFC back out to collect it. We appreciate your patience with any delays.

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