Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Marana
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Varies by neighborhood zone
Yard Waste
Varies by neighborhood zone
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Marana Water bills monthly for municipal water and wastewater services, while trash and recycling services are billed separately by your chosen private hauler or HOA.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
A $10 discount on the water connection fee is offered to active military personnel, and income-eligible households can apply for emergency help through the CDBG Utility Assistance Program.
Varies by hauler (Typically Black, Green, or Tan) Bin (Trash)
Carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day. Ensure all garbage is bagged and tied. Carts must be stored out of public view on non-service days to comply with local HOA and town property codes.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Bagged food waste
- ✓Small bagged yard debris
Varies by hauler (Typically Blue) Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is an optional or bundled service depending on your contract. All recyclables must be placed loosely into the bin. Never bag your recycling, as plastic bags jam the regional sorting facilities.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Rigid plastics (bottles and jugs)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Glass bottles (often restricted by local MRFs)
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Styrofoam
Yard Waste Bin
Marana does not have a municipal yard waste program. Small green waste must be bagged and placed in your regular trash cart. Large branches must be bundled and scheduled for a private bulk pickup or taken to a community dumpster event.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged grass clippings
- ✓Small twigs and leaves
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-Demand Only (By private arrangement or HOA event)
Placement
Items should not be placed at the curb until 24 hours prior to your scheduled private appointment to comply with Marana's strict property maintenance and HOA codes.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Large household appliances (non-freon)
- ✓ Bagged or bundled yard debris (per hauler guidelines)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paints, oils, pool chemicals)
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, and roofing materials
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Appliances with Freon (unless pre-approved)
Bulk pickups almost always incur an additional fee from your private hauler, unless your specific HOA has negotiated a master contract that includes an annual free bulk removal.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Major private haulers (Waste Management, Republic Services, Waste Connections) generally observe a one-day delay if your normal collection day falls on or after a major federal holiday during that week (e.g., Thursday routes move to Friday).
Yard Waste Exception
Because bulk pickups are scheduled on-demand through your private hauler, they are simply blocked out from being scheduled on major federal holidays.
Since collection is privatized, holiday schedules can fluctuate between neighborhoods. Always verify the exact holiday calendar directly with your specific contracted provider or HOA.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Don't Bag the Blue Bin
While Marana town code requires you to bag your regular garbage to prevent litter, you must do the exact opposite for recycling. Keep all cardboard, plastics, and cans completely loose in your recycling cart.
Tackle the Thorns Safely
If you are trimming prickly pear or cholla cacti, do not leave loose thorny debris in your bin. Place sharp desert landscaping into a thick cardboard box and seal it before throwing it away to protect the private collection crews.
Keep Construction Debris Out
With ongoing residential development in areas like Gladden Farms and Dove Mountain, it is important to remember that heavy construction materials, drywall, dirt, and concrete are strictly prohibited in standard curbside carts.
Seasonal Information
Summer Monsoon
July to SeptemberFierce microbursts and high desert winds can easily knock over your carts. Always ensure your cart lids are completely closed, and wait until the morning of your collection to place them at the curb if a storm is forecasted overnight.
Winter
November to AprilThe population in Marana and surrounding Pima County surges during the winter months due to seasonal snowbirds. This increase in waste volume can alter the usual arrival times of your private hauler. Always have your bins out by 6:00 a.m.
Spring
MarchThe Town of Marana often hosts a specialized Recycle Event in the spring where residents can drop off hard-to-recycle items like non-working electronics, safely shred confidential documents, and dispose of latex paints.
About Marana Waste Management
Navigating the Private Hauler System
The Town of Marana does not have a centralized municipal sanitation department. Instead, it operates on a free-market subscription basis. Homeowners must independently set up their own residential garbage collection with permitted private haulers such as Waste Connections, Republic Services, or Waste Management. However, residents living in master-planned communities like Continental Ranch or Dove Mountain should consult their HOA first, as many associations negotiate single-hauler contracts for the entire neighborhood to minimize truck traffic and standardize collection days.
Community Dumpster Events
To assist with large cleanups and combat illegal dumping in the desert, the Town of Marana and local HOAs frequently coordinate localized community dumpster events. During these specific weekends, large roll-off containers are placed at centralized locations—such as community center parking lots—allowing residents to easily dispose of residential household trash, vegetative green waste, and landscape rubble without paying extra bulk fees.
Strict Anti-Littering and Right-of-Way Codes
The Town of Marana enforces strict municipal codes regarding property maintenance and stormwater pollution. Residents are strictly mandated to bag all garbage before placing it in their designated trash cans to prevent loose debris from blowing into the street or natural desert washes. Furthermore, dumping yard waste over backyard walls into natural desert areas is considered illegal dumping and carries hefty municipal fines.
Household Hazardous Waste Partnership
Because private haulers strictly forbid hazardous materials like motor oil, wet paint, and pool chemicals in residential carts, Marana relies on a joint effort with the City of Tucson and Pima County. Residents must safely store their hazardous liquids and bring them to designated regional Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection sites to ensure these chemicals do not contaminate the local aquifer.
Drop-off Facilities
Los Reales Sustainability Campus
5300 E. Los Reales Road, Tucson, AZ 85756
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Town of Marana provide residential trash collection?
No. The Town of Marana operates on a private-subscription model. Residents are responsible for setting up their own waste collection through a permitted hauler like Waste Connections, Republic Services, or Waste Management, which is often coordinated through their HOA.
Are there any rules about where I can store my trash cans in Marana?
Yes. Many Marana neighborhoods are governed by strict Homeowner Associations, and Town Code prohibits the accumulation of unsightly refuse. Trash carts must generally be stored out of public view (e.g., behind a gate or in a garage) on non-collection days.
Where can I drop off hazardous waste like motor oil or pool chemicals in Marana?
Private haulers strictly prohibit hazardous materials in curbside bins. Marana residents can participate in the joint Household Hazardous Waste Program with Pima County and the City of Tucson, dropping off toxic chemicals at designated regional sites.
How do I get rid of an old couch or mattress in Marana?
Because there is no municipal bulk sweep program, you must call your private subscription hauler to schedule a specialized pickup (which usually carries an extra fee). Alternatively, you can self-haul the items to the Los Reales Sustainability Campus or utilize a private junk removal service.