GUAM Solid Waste Management division
Services - Collection
Keeping Guam clean and beautiful now—and for future generations
In June 2010, the Solid Waste Management Division (SWMD) completed the transition to a cart-based system for residential trash collection. The response from residential customers to the new trash cart system was very positive. The initial supply of 7,000 carts was exhausted before a second shipment arrived. Demand for the new cart was so strong that a third shipment was required in order to complete the delivery of carts to new customers. Overall, 19,090 carts were originally delivered, an increase of 6,501 representing a 52 percent in total residential customers.
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This new system provides new convenience for customers, reduce risk of injury for collection crews, and introduces modern efficiencies into Guam’s solid waste system. The new system also will help Guam become cleaner and greener.
Residents (both current and new SWMD customers) in single family homes and apartments of four (4) units or less with ample space for carts can still register with the SWMD for trash service and a new covered, rolling trash cart.
On September 26, 2011, a new bulky and metallic collection program was rolled out where customers can make an appointment for the pick up of bulky material such as box springs, mattresses, sofas, and metallic items such as hot water heaters, washing machines, and refrigerators.
- Registration information: Downloadable registration form, information about the registration process, and fee schedule.
- Fees:
Residential collection and self-haul fees. - Frequently Asked Questions: FAQs about the new trash collection service.
- Guam Rolls Out Brochure: Description of the new service and ways to reduce waste and recycle more.
- Guam Rolls Out Cart Hanger: Information about the new cart.
- New Residential Ban on Recyclable Materials: Information about the ban and where to recycle banned items.
- Bulky and Metallic Collection Program : Information about items that can be picked up and cost.
- Recycling and Composting: Information about how to maximize your recycling and composting efforts.
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Guam is a beautiful island, and we each have a role to play in keeping our community clean and green. The new cart-based trash collection system is an important step.