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Reminder: Spring cleaning trash events scheduled for April

Community News Posted on April 08, 2026 | Last Updated on April 08, 2026

The City of Galveston’s Sanitation and Recycling teams are hosting special cleanup events all month long to help residents declutter and dispose of unwanted items the right way.

🛋️ FREE Bulk Item Pickup
Put out large items like furniture, mattresses, couches, and bagged yard debris on your scheduled date:
• April 17 – San Luis Pass to 7 Mile Road
• April 18 – 7 Mile Road to 51st Street
• April 24 – 51st Street to 31st Street
• April 25 – 31st Street to the East End

🚛 Free Transfer Station Access
April 15–30, residents can drop off items at the Transfer Station (5515 Harborside Drive) at no cost. Just bring a current City of Galveston utility bill and photo ID.

♻️ Recycling Events You Don’t Want to Miss
All events held at the Recycling Center (702 61st St.):

📄 Shred Day – April 18 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Safely dispose of personal documents.

🛞 Oil & Tire Drop-Off – April 18 & April 25
Drop off up to 5 tires along with used motor oil, antifreeze, or cooking oil (sealed containers required). Proof of residency needed.

📞 Questions? Call Public Works at 409-797-3630.


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    823 Rosenberg
    Galveston, TX 77553

    Phone: 409-797-3500

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