Welcome to Tri-CED Community Recycling

Tri-City Economic Development Corporation, also known as Tri-CED Community Recycling, operates on 4.5 acres in Union City, California. Tri-CED is California’s largest non-profit recycling operation and was incorporated in January 1980. The primary mission of Tri-CED is to employ low-income youth and adults in the recycling industry and to share residual proceeds with other non-profit organizations and preserve the environment through recycling activities.

Tri-CED operates 18 residential route trucks per day in the City of Hayward and Union City.  The Buy Back Recycling Center operates five days a week and is a certified California Redemption Center.

Tri-CED is governed by a community board of directors made up of local people.  The corporation has initiated several community benefit initiatives including the Masonic Homes of Union City, Math Science Nucleus and Niles Historical Nursery project called “Habitat Restoration” and the creation of the “Veterans Memorial Park” in Union City. Tri-CED will also be a partner in the establishment of the Alameda County Deputy Sheriff’s Activities League (DSAL) project of a 5 acre farm to be located on the property of Masonic Homes along Mission Boulevard.

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In Memoriam: Richard Valle

February 8, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we inform you of the passing of our President/CEO, Richard Valle. There are no words that can adequately describe the tremendous loss and grief that fell upon the Tri-CED family. We are heartbroken and devastated at the loss of our leader, mentor, and friend. Richard was the embodiment of our organization’s mission to support and lift up at-promise youth, to promote recyclability and sustainability, and to support and engage our local communities. Richard’s compassion and commitment to his family, his staff, and his community were unparalleled.

Rest easy, Richard. We will carry on your work for the community.

Tri-CED Community Recycling

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Reduce  |  Reuse  |  Recycle

Union City Programs

Hayward Programs

Buy Back Recycling Center

Community Service

Buy Back Recycle Center Hours

Tuesday – Saturday
9:00am-4:30pm
Closed Sundays & Mondays

Lack of funding from the State and lower material values have caused many redemption centers to close.  Due to the recent closure of surrounding recycling centers, we are one of the few remaining redemption centers in the area.

We apologize for the long line and wait.  Thank you for your patience. We are doing all we can to stay OPEN.

2024 Holiday Schedule

There will be NO curbside recycling or yard waste pick up on the following days:

  • January 1 – New Years Day
  • November 28 – Thanksgiving Day
  • December 25 – Christmas Day

If your pick up day falls on or after the Holiday, your service will be delayed by one day.

Rural, Low-Income Californians Need Recycling Centers

Announcements

Saturday, April 13th, 2024
Free E-Waste Drop-Off Event

Time:  8:00 AM — 2:00 PM
Location:  James Logan High School Parking Lot @ 1800 H Street
Cost:  FREE

Recycle your unwanted electronic waste (e-waste) safely and responsibly for FREE!
This event is open to all Union City residents.

ACCEPTED ITEMS
  • Television Sets
  • Computer Monitors
  • Central Processing Units
  • Laptop Computers
  • Hard Drives
  • Keyboards and Mice
  • Printers, Copies, and Fax Machines (excluding industrial-sized)
  • VCR and DVD Players
  • Telephones and Cell Phones
  • Camcorders
  • Stereos and Radios
PROHIBITED ITEMS
  • Kitchen Appliances
  • Microwave Ovens
  • Vacuum Cleaners
  • Light Bulbs
  • Fluorescent Tubes
  • Household Hazardous Waste
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E-Waste is accepted year-round at Tri-CED Community Recycling. Call (510) 471-3850.

Saturday, April 13th, 2024
UCPD Shredding Event

Time:  9:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Location:  James Logan High School Parking Lot @ 1800 H Street
Cost:  FREE

Mark your calendars so you can protect yourself from identity theft, watch your documents being shredded, and give yourself peace of mind!

  • Limit:    6 banker's boxes
  • Box Dimensions:  12.5" x 10.5" x 16.25" or smaller
  • Small Metal OK:  Paperclips, staples, and binder clips
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Bring at least one can of food per box you shred to support Union City families!

WHAT NOT TO SHRED
  • 3-Ring Binders
  • Batteries
  • Books
  • CDs and DVDs
  • Credit Cards
  • Cell Phones
  • Paper Protectors
  • Photos
  • Plastic
  • Plastic Sleeves
  • Transparencies
  • X-Rays

For more information, contact the UCPD Community Coordinator, Crystal Raine, at UCPDCommunity@unioncity.org

Sunday, April 14th, 2024
Compost Giveaway

Time:  8:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Location:  
UC Bart Station Parking Lot #1
Southwest corner of 11th Street and Decoto Road.
Cost:  FREE

Union City residents are eligible to pick up two (2) bags of compost per household at no additional cost! Event held rain or shine while supplies last. No RSVP needed.

  • IMPORTANT: Photo ID with address or other proof of Union City residency is required.
  • Arrive during the designated time slot noted below based on your last name.

A - G
8:00 AM—9:00 AM

H - M
9:00 AM—10:00 AM

N - S
10:00 AM—11:00 AM

T - Z
11:00 AM—12:00 PM

For more info, contact Republic Services at (510) 657-3500.

Did You Know?

SB 1383

A new California State law, SB 1383, aims to keep food and other compostable materials (“organics”) out of landfills to reduce emissions that contribute to climate change.

Learn More About SB 1383

Recycling Hotline

StopWaste.org has a Recycling Hotline? StopWaste is a public agency that helps Alameda County residents recycle properly and waste less. Call the hotline at:

(577) 786-7927

Not Sure Where to Recycle?

Find out where to recycle any item based on your location. Visit the guide for Reuse, Repair, Recycling, and Safe Disposal for Alameda County and more.

resource.stopwaste.org

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