Activities and Events

The following are Public Works Department-related events and offers. If you cannot find the information you need through the listed links, please call the Public Works Department at 626-307-1320 for additional information.

Community Clean-Up Events


Clean up event - January 23, 2027

Clean up event- April 3, 2027

Clean up event- July 24, 2027

Clean up event- October 9, 2027

The City of Monterey Park and Ware Disposal host free cleanup events throughout the City, giving Monterey Park residents an opportunity to dispose of unwanted items.  For a list of acceptable and non-acceptable items see the lists below. Also, please keep the following in mind:


  • The Clean-Up events are for Monterey Park residents only (ID or bill required).
  • Clean-Up events are drive-in and drop-off events


What is accepted:

  • Bulky items including furniture, rugs, mattresses, clothing, and appliances.
  • Electronic waste: televisions, printers, computers, power cords and other electronic devices.
  • Paper shredding: October 9, 2027 event. Bring all your unwanted documents for shredding - 


What is NOT accepted:

  • Explosives
  • Ammunition
  • Asbestos
  • Radioactive materials
  • Pharmaceutical or biological waste
  • Controlled substances

Community Compost Events

The City of Monterey Park and Ware Disposal host free compost giveaway events for Monterey Park residents at Garvey Ranch Park's west entrance near 751 S Alhambra Ave., Monterey Park, CA 91755.

  • Bagged compost will be available at a first come first serve basis
  • For customers with roll out service, compost delivery to your residence can be arranged by calling 626-225-2400

For additional information regarding this event please contact Ware Disposal at 626-225-2400 or the Public Works department at 626-307-1320.

Compost event-November 14, 2026

Compost event-December 12, 2026

Household Hazardous Waste is NOT accepted at these cleanup events. For proper disposal of household hazardous waste (such as paint, chemicals, batteries, and oil), residents should use Los Angeles County Household Hazardous Waste collection events or facilities. Please visit the L.A. Department of Public Works Website: LADPW                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Participation in the events and all items accepted are at your own risk. It is the attendees’ responsibility to practice safe lifting and take all protective measures to guard against injury or any other loss. 

Residents who are unable to attend the events can also have bulky items picked up from the curbside by contacting Ware Disposal at 626-225-2400 or emailing Ware at mpinfo@waredisposal.com. Bulky item pick-ups MUST be pre-arranged through Ware Disposal. Any items left abandoned on the curb can be subject to a notice of violation from MPK Code Compliance. 

To report abandoned items in the public right-of-way, submit a request on our Go MPK mobile app or contact Public Works.

For more information, please contact Public Works at 626-307-1320.  

South Coast AQMD Incentives and Programs

Visit the AQMD website to learn about programs such as furnace rebates, old vehicle scrapping, electric lawn mower rebates, and EV charging incentives.

South Coast AQMD offers a broad range of programs for businesses, the community, and local government that help to achieve cleaner air quality for all. Many of these programs offer financial incentives for implementing new clean air technologies. Some provide partnerships and new ways of addressing air quality issues throughout the South Coast Basin. 

San Gabriel Valley Energy Wise Partnership with SoCalGas and SCE: EASY Residential Home Energy Assessment Program

This program provides residents with information to increase energy efficiency and reduce their energy bills. Rebates and financing options are available. Residents can sign up for an energy assessment on San Gabriel Valley Energy. Contact the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments at 626-457-1800 for questions.

Efficient San Gabriel Valley (eSGV)

Efficient San Gabriel Valley (eSGV) provides free home energy reviews for renters and homeowners in the San Gabriel Valley. Each appointment will be a 30-minute discussion with SGVCOG staff utilizing a 'whole house' approach to identifying potential energy savings. After the discussion, SGVCOG will send a follow-up with any additional information requested and a personalized report with energy-saving information within about a week. Book now at https://www.sgvcog.org/esgv
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E-Waste and Household Hazardous Waste Events

Visit the L.A. Department of Public Works Website: LADPW

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