Disposal Day program for getting rid of household debris returns Saturday, April 8

The City of Hayward's Maintenance Services Department is hosting its next Disposal Day's event on Saturday, April 8. These events provide community members additional opportunities to dispose of household debris safely and legally free of charge. 

The 2023 Disposal Days program allows residents to bring up to five cubic yards of household items for disposal to the City transfer station six times per year on the second Saturday of the months of February, April, June, August, October, and December. Five cubic yards of household items is about the equivalent of one full bed of an average-size pickup truck. 

Program registration for the April 8 event is now open. The bi-monthly events will be held regardless of the weather conditions at the time. 

Disposal Days is open to residents of incorporated Hayward only, preregistration and proof of Hayward residency is required. The following items are not accepted at the transfer station: 

• Hazardous materials, including paint, motor oil, solvents, cleaners, pesticides tires and car batteries. 

• Objects over 75 pounds (except furniture and appliances) 

• Medical waste 

• Construction and demolition debris 

• Rocks 

• Bricks 

• Dirt 

• Concrete 

Registration space is limited! To learn more about Disposal Days, go online here to the program page on the City of Hayward website or contact City Maintenance Services at (510) 881-7745 or disposal@hayward-ca.gov.