Periodically you may see a City of Mesa quality assurance inspector looking inside barrels that have been placed out for service in your neighborhood. This routine practice is performed throughout Mesa for one or more of the following reasons:

Black barrel

• Overloaded barrel
• Barrel placement
• Unbagged trash
• Maricopa County compliance requirements

Blue barrel

• Overloaded barrel
• Barrel placement
• Contaminated with non-acceptable items
• Recyclables found in plastic bags
• Quality control material inspections

Green barrel

• Overloaded barrel
• Barrel placement
• Contaminated with non-acceptable items
• Bagged yard trimmings
• Oversized branches
• Maricopa County compliance requirements

If an unacceptable barrel practice is identified, the inspector will leave behind an educational reminder.  This reminder will provide helpful information as well as list any actions needed in order to service the barrel on the next collection day.  A special pickup is available for an additional fee by contacting Customer Service.