RECYCLING IS IN OUR NATURE
We are the Mojave Desert & Mountain
Recycling Authority
The Mojave Desert and Mountain Recycling Authority (Authority) is a joint powers authority organized under California Government Code Section 6500. Comprised of nine members, we share the authority to plan and implement recycling, composting, reuse and zero waste programs in the High Desert and Mountain area of San Bernardino County.
The Authority is comprised of representatives from Adelanto, Apple Valley, Barstow, Big Bear Lake, Needles, San Bernardino County, Twentynine Palms, Victorville, and Yucca Valley. Learn more about the Authority.
Why Plastic Recycling Isn’t So Simple
Think recycling plastic is straightforward? It’s not. From confusing resin codes and limited curbside acceptance to the economics of recycling and contamination pitfalls, learn why not all plastics can be recycled—and what that means for you.
Read the Plastics Recycling Article
RECYCLING
Learn what type of items are recyclable curbside or at a local drop-off center, how to properly prepare material for recycling, and why it’s so important.
Recycling At Home
Recycling At Work
Recycling At School
Which of These Items Are Recyclable?
ALL OF THEM
ARE RECYCLABLE!
ORGANICS RECYCLING
Get tips on backyard composting and how curbside collection of organics recycling (or compost) is being introduced to our communities.
Backyard Composting
Organics Curbside Collection
Recycling News
Want more? You’ll find a full archive of news articles on our Recycling News page.
High Desert Area Recycling Programs
Many of our communities offer convenient curbside collection of trash, recycling, and organics. There are also drop-off locations throughout San Bernardino County.
Board Agendas
The Authority board meetings are held quarterly on the second Thursday of February, May, August and November. You can download agendas from our most recent meetings below.
November 2026
November 2025
Victor Valley Materials Recovery Facility Tip Fee Analysis (PDF)
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