Franchise System Requirements

Attention Solid Waste Collection Haulers

Effective November 18, 2002, a revised Solid Waste Collection Franchise System Ordinance in Chapter 8.617 of the Pasadena Municipal Code requires diversion of a minimum 50% for the collection of solid waste or pay liquidated damages on Recycling Shortfall Tonnage.

Qualified Solid Waste Collection Companies:
Companies collecting, transporting, disposing and recycling in the City of Pasadena more than 5 tons per month;

Basic Requirements for a Franchise

1. Complete and submit all required forms and fees for possible approval;

2. Enter into agreement by and between the City of Pasadena and solid waste collection company;

3. Demonstrate compliance with Chapter 8.61 of the Pasadena Municipal Code and all provisions of that Chapter.

Non-exclusive Solid Waste Franchise Haulers 

1. Franchise List

Franchise Agreement Requirements

1. Franchise Agreement

2. Resolution 6850 

3. Resolution 8476 

A copy of the revised Pasadena Municipal Code Section 8.61 is available online at www.cityofpasadena.net/cityclerk/municode.asp, or by requesting a copy from:

Carmen Rubio
(626) 744-7162
crubio@cityofpasadena.net