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DO YOU WANT TO COMPOST BUT DON’T KNOW HOW TO START?

TRY THIS SERVICE.

Zero Waste Houston is a local, sustainable utility service that helps residents and businesses divert organic materials from landfills by turning food scraps into nutrient-rich soil. Serving major landmarks like the Houston Zoo, this dedicated composting partner offers an affordable way for neighborhoods to manage food waste responsibly.

Service Pricing Breakdown

Community Drop-Off Hub: $10 per month lets neighbors bypass individual doorstep collection fees by bringing unlimited scraps to a single central drop-off spot. Email us at contact@binglewood.com if you would like us to set this up for the neighborhood!

Outer-Loop Curbside Pickup: $20 per month brings weekly, hassle-free doorstep scrap collection to homes located outside the 610 loop.

To view the strict guidelines on exactly what items can and cannot go into the collection bins, check out the resources listed directly on the Zero Waste Houston Website here: https://www.zerowastehoustontx.com/

Here are the basic rules:

🟢 YES – Put This In the Bin

All Food Scraps & Leftovers (fruits, veggies, dairy, eggs, shells)
Coffee Grounds & Paper Filters
Paper Napkins, Towels & Tissues
Tea Bags (ensure the metal staple is removed first)
Certified "Compostable" Products (certified cups, bags, utensils)
Plain Newspaper & Cardboard Rolls (toilet paper/towel rolls)
Vegetarian Pet Bedding & Wood Ash

🔴 NO – Keep This Out

Plastic & Plastic Wrap (including grocery bags, wraps, or packaging)
Fruit & Vegetable Produce Stickers (must peel off before tossing)
Glossy or Wax-Coated Papers (magazines, laminated flyers)
Metal Items (staples, paper clips, twist ties, rubber bands)
Styrofoam & Takeout Styrofoam Clamshells
Treated Wood or Treated Sawdust
Cat or Dog Poop & Disposable Diapers

Next Binglewood Community Meeting is
Saturday, September 19th at 10:00 a.m.
In Room 104 (Room D) at St. Jerome's

TOPIC: "Put Your Garden To Bed - Fall Gardening Techniques"

GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Uzair Ahmad is a horticulture specialist with a passion for helping people grow healthier plants, lawns, gardens, and landscapes. His work focuses on practical plant care, irrigation, soil health, pest management, and sustainable gardening. As a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension County Agent, he provides science-based guidance to gardeners, stakeholders, and communities.

We welcome both residents and visitors to the official Binglewood Civic Association's website. Learn about our community and get involved or even consider moving in.

Located deep in the heart of Houston, Texas, Binglewood is a community of over 700 single-story 3- and 4- bedroom brick homes built from the 1950's to the 1990's. Binglewood offers large lots, mature hardwood trees and lovely landscaping. A neighborhood park is located in the middle of the subdivision with a playground, walking trail and pet waste stations.

Binglewood is a deed restricted community. The Binglewood Civic Association is a very active property owners association and holds monthly meetings for residents. The annual dues are only $50.00! Binglewood homeowners take exceptional pride in their homes and community. Because of the hard work of our residents, the Binglewood Civic Association was presented with a Blue Ribbon Award from the City of Houston for exemplary service in landscaping esplanades, developing a Citizens on Patrol Program, organizing a recycling project and generally revitalizing the neighborhood.

Join us as we make Binglewood the best place to live in Houston!