EDCO’s Bulky-Item Cleanup event will take place during the week of Oct. 6 to 9.  Simply place the items you’d like picked up out on the curb with your regular collection carts on your regularly scheduled residential collection day by 7 a.m.

EDCO’s Bulky-Item Cleanup gives single-family and duplex residents an opportunity to place unwanted items curbside that are too large or heavy to put inside collection carts, such as broken appliances, water heaters, furniture, old mattresses, and other miscellaneous household clutter.

Yard waste will be recycled and must be bundled. Tree trimmings should be cut into 3’ lengths and tied securely into bundles not greater than 18” in diameter.

Debris from contractors, landscapers, or commercial businesses will NOT be accepted.

No household hazardous waste (HHW) accepted. Click here for HHW disposal information.

REMINDER:  In addition to scheduled cleanup events, residential single-family homes and duplexes can get up to four free bulky item pick-ups each calendar year. To schedule a pick-up, call EDCO at least two days prior to your normal weekly collection day at 310-540-2977 or click here! 

EDCO and the City of El Segundo are sponsoring a FREE paper shredding, e-waste collection, and compost event on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 8 to 11 a.m. at the El Segundo Maintenance Facility, 150 Illinois Street.

There will be certified shredding trucks during the event, and all items will be shredded ONSITE! Limit of two banker boxes (10”x12”x15”) per household. Unwanted electronics will also be collected, including TVs, computer monitors, printers, fax machines, VCRs, etc. However, no household hazardous waste (HHW) material will be accepted.

Free compost will also be available for residents (while supplies last). Compost will be self-serve and self-load, so please bring your own cans/bags and shovel. Limit of three cans/bags per vehicle. If you plan to haul your compost in an open truck or trailer, please remember to bring a tarp to cover your material. The event is for El Segundo residents only.

Fire Prevention Week takes place Oct. 5 to 11 and this year's theme of "Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” works to educate everyone about using these batteries safely.

The campaign stresses how important it is to buy, charge, and recycle safely when it comes to lithium-ion batteries.

Look for Fire Prevention Week safety tips on ESFD's Instagram and Facebook channels! 

Join the El Segundo Police Department for Coffee with a Cop!

Connect with your local ESPD officers and El Segundo baristas over a cup of coffee on Wednesday, Oct. 1, from 8 to 10 a.m. at Blue Butterfly Coffee, located at 351 Main Street.

No agenda or speeches, just a chance to get to know your ESPD officers. We look forward to seeing you there! 

For more information about each of these events, please visit the City's website calendar, and to learn more about National Faith & Blue, please visit www.faithandblue.org.

Spooky Storytime Bonfire 

Gather around the Recreation Park fire circle for a spooky story! Join us on Friday, Oct. 24 at 5 p.m. for a Spooky Storytime Bonfire. It will be a night filled with stories, songs, s'mores, and spooky crafts. Free fun, designed for kids ages 0-8 and their families.

Spooky Stories Writing Workshop & Open Mic

Prepared to be scared!  Join us for this this workshop on Oct. 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. to explore techniques for writing horror stories and poems, including suspense, sensory imagery, pacing, and surprise. There will be an open mic at the end for sharing favorite horror stories. This program will take place in the Library's Community Room. Check out the flyer HERE for more information. Please contact the Reference Desk at 310-524-2728 for questions.

The City Council Recap provides highlights and a quick overview of business discussed during the Tuesday, Sept. 17 City Council meeting. To watch the full City Council meeting, click here. 

El Segundo News is a monthly news show that can be watched on the City's website, Channel 3, and the City's social media channels. The show focuses on city-related issues and events.

Check out the October episode with all the latest happenings, news, and business spotlights! 

Join the El Segundo Police Department and Special Olympics Southern California Athletes for a Tip-A-Cop Event! Come out on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Topgolf located at 400 Pacific Coast Highway. During this fun-filled afternoon, El Segundo police personnel and Special Olympics athletes will take on the role of servers, collecting tips to benefit Special Olympics Southern California. Your support helps provide year-round sports training and competition opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Enjoy food, golf, and the chance to make a meaningful impact, all in one afternoon!   

For more information and to reserve a bay, visit Topgolf Tip-A-Cops (sosc.org)

Presented by the El Segundo Chamber of Commerce, join us for the City of El Segundo's annual State of the City event! Fortune 500 companies, political leaders, local businesses, and the El Segundo community will gather to learn about new developments, City department accomplishments, key infrastructure and capital improvement projects, public safety efforts, and community engagement initiatives.

This sell-out event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Toy Building in El Segundo and will be catered by Sausal El Segundo. Visit the Chamber's website for more information!  

El Segundo took center stage in September as sponsor and host city for SoCal Deep Tech Week 2025!

The week featured thought-provoking conversations among founders, investors, and policymakers, and perspectives from leaders shaping aerospace, AI, advanced energy, robotics, and beyond.

"In El Segundo, startups advancing dual-use technologies don't operate in isolation, they're steps away from primes, investors, a highly skilled talent pool, and the broader supply chain that accelerates commercialization and supports their growth. The collaborations during SoCal Deep Tech Week underscored why El Segundo is the national center where commercial innovation and national security intersect. This rare combination of access and opportunity is why more and more startups are choosing to build their future here," shared Mayor Chris Pimentel.

Read the full press release here. 

The City of El Segundo welcomes the three-time WNBA Champion Los Angeles Sparks, who announced plans to build a world-class training and practice facility in El Segundo. Scheduled to open in 2027, the 55,000-square-foot facility will be purpose-built in partnership with global architecture and design firm Gensler.

El Segundo is set to become the only city in the United States to house headquarters and practice facilities for professional teams across five sports: football, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, hockey, and rugby.

“El Segundo is well known for its dynamic and diverse economy, and we’re thrilled that the WNBA’s marquee franchise, the LA Sparks, is building its new state-of-the-art headquarters and training facility here,” shared El Segundo Mayor Chris Pimentel. "This facility will set a new standard in the league, reflecting the Sparks’ commitment to excellence on and off the court and reinforcing El Segundo’s status as a premier destination for professional sports.”

Read the full press release here.

Watch the Sept. 16, 2025 Hyperion Update to El Segundo City Council for the latest updates. The Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant is owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles.

Additional details and documents continue to be shared on elsegundo.org/hyperion and at future City Council meetings. Sign up to receive the latest Hyperion news and updates from the City of El Segundo directly to your inbox.