Novato Sanitary District - Leaders in Protecting the Environment

If you see a sewer spill or overflow in our district

CALL (415) 892-1694

If you have
an overflow
or backup

Please do not run water or any appliance that uses water
until the problem is cleared.

Household Hazardous Waste

Wondering how to dispose of old fluorescent bulbs? Fluorescent tubes and compact bulbs contain toxic mercury vapor and should never be thrown in the trash, instead wrap them carefully to avoid breakage and bring them to the Household Hazardous Waste facility for safe disposal... (more)
Be Safe: Dispose of Sharps and Old Medications Properly

Novato Sanitary District, in partnership with the Novato Police Department, encourages you to safely dispose of all unwanted medications. Drugs that are flushed down the drain can pollute our marine environment... (more)
Recycle Your Used Motor Oil and Filters

Motor oil poured onto the ground, into storm drains, or tossed into trash cans can contaminate and pollute the soil, groundwater, streams, and rivers (and it's illegal!) When you take your used oil to a certified recycling center you are protecting the environment, conserving a natural resource and getting paid for it. (more)
Mandatory Commercial Recycling for Businesses & Multi-Family Dwellings

Beginning July 1, 2012, all businesses and public entities in the State of California that generate four cubic yards or more of waste per week and multi-family units of five or more are required to recycle. (more)
Our Residential Garbage Service Charges are the Lowest in the Area.

Novato Sanitary District and its franchise waste hauler, Novato Disposal, announced that there will be no rate increase this year for garbage disposal service... (more)
District Strategic Plan Available.

Download the District's highest level planning document, outlining the Board of Director's direction for the future, and staff's work plan for implementing it... (more)
Our Sewer Service Costs Again Among Lowest In County

The District has been proactive in keeping costs down. We have among the lowest overall sanitary service costs in the County when both sewer service charges and taxes are included. District costs will remain among the lowest even if the proposed increases are approved... (more)
Check Out Our Green Pages

In the past, when people wanted to get rid of something around the house, they would flush it down the toilet, pour it down the sink or onto the ground, or maybe into the trash. Today, we know how important it is to protect the environment... (more)
Follow our Board Meetings and Provide Your Input

Regular Board meetings are schedule for the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. and are open to the public... (more)