Portland and the federal government

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About the Public Trash Can Program

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The City’s Bureau of Planning and Sustainability provides and manages public trash cans around Portland.

Coming soon: New public trash cans in South and Southwest Portland

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In 2026, the City is adding 150 new public trash cans throughout South and Southwest Portland.

Community cleanup resources

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How to help clean up litter and graffiti in your neighborhood and around Portland. Plus, where to report overflowing public trash cans, abandoned vehicles or shopping carts, and other areas with large quantities of trash.

New public trash cans in NE Portland

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In 2023, the City added over 200 new public trash cans throughout Northeast Portland.

New public trash cans in North Portland

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The City of Portland added over 125 new public trash cans throughout North Portland and the Lloyd District in 2022.

New public trash cans in Northwest Portland

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In 2025, the City is adding 60 new public trash cans throughout Northwest Portland.

New public trash cans in SE Portland

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The City added 182 new public trash cans throughout Southeast Portland in late 2021 and early 2022.

Report a Problem with a Public Trash Can

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Let the City know if you see a broken, damaged or overflowing public trash can.

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