Home Departments Public Works Trash and Recycling TRASH AND RECYCLING July 1, 2024 Rate Adjustment CR&R Incorporated (“CR&R”) provides solid waste services within the City pursuant to an exclusive franchise agreement. In accordance with the franchise agreement, the rates for the solid waste service fees may be adjusted to recover increases or decreases in the costs of providing solid waste services. A Proposition 218 Hearing will be held on April 2, 2024. A Proposition 218 Notice was mailed on February 16, 2024 to property owners and customers who receive solid waste services. The adjusted residential rates are listed below: Trash Cart Size Prior Rate Per Month Rate Adjustment Rate Effective July 1, 2024 35-gallon $19.21 $2.65 $21.86 65-gallon $19.70 $2.65 $22.35 95-gallon $20.35 $2.65 $23.00 Trash CR&R Incorporated provides trash collection services in Lake Forest using a fleet of natural gas vehicles which will lower emissions and be more environmentally friendly, as well as new lightweight commercial recycling trucks reducing wear and tear on City streets. Recycling Recycling is beneficial to both your community and the environment. Not only does recycling prevent pollution by reducing the need to collect new raw materials, it saves energy, reduces greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global climate change, and helps to sustain the environment for future generations. Join the City and your neighbors in taking care of our beautiful community by recycling, reducing waste, and re-purposing older items. Head over to our dedicated commercial or residential recycling pages to learn more information about how you can contribute to keeping Lake Forest healthy and green. Commercial Services Read more about guidelines and programs for commercial waste disposal and recycling. Residential Services Read more about residential trash collection dates and guidelines. Food Waste Recycling Learn about proper food waste disposal. Edible Food Recovery Read these guidelines for edible food generators. View franchise agreement documents with CR&R below Franchise Agreement Addendum Term Extension First Amendment Second Amendment PUBLIC WORKS Capital Improvement Projects Expand The Forest Graffiti Removal eLakeForest Maintenance Parking Traffic Trash and Recycling Utility Services Environmental Compliance Volunteers in Parks