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HPS Online Bill Pay Portal Down for Maintenance

Starting on September 30th at 12pm through October 3 at 12pm, the online portal for HPS online bill pay and start/stop/move will be down for maintenance. If you wish to make a payment online please do so before 11am on September 30 or after 1pm on October...

HPS Online Bill Pay Portal Down for Maintenance

Starting on July 5th at 5pm through July 6th at 8am, the online portal for HPS online bill pay will be down for maintenance. If you wish to make a payment online please do so before 5pm on July 5th or after 8am on July 6th. 

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Tuesday, May 10, 2022 

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Tuesday, May 10, 2022 for a portion of  Zone 5. Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. ...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Tuesday, May 10, 2022 

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 for Sierra and Umbria. Missed pickups will be completed by Wednesday, May 11, 2...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, May 10, 2022 

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, May 10, 2022 for Mallorca, Umbria, Windward, Aruba, Barbados, Belize, Marbella, Avella Park, Antillean and Leeward II. Missed ...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Monday, May 9, 2022

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Monday, May 9, 2022 

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Monday, May 9, 2022 for Zone 1. Missed pickups will be completed on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.  Please make sure yo...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Friday, May 6, 2022

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Friday, May 6, 2022 

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Friday, May 6, 2022 for Bali, Mirage and Leeward I. Missed pickups will be completed on Saturday, May 7, 2022.  ...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 26, 2022

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Tuesday, April 26, 2022 for Westberry Estates & Redondo. Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. &...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 26, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, April 26, 2022 for Bermuda, Belize, Sonoma, Fresno, Leeward II, Antillean, Cali Green, Fairways, Arbor Park, Centergate, and NW 6 Ave...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Monday, April 25, 2022

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Monday, April 25, 2022 

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Monday, April 25, 2022 for NW 20 Street to NW 15 Street from NW 6 Avenue to Krome Avenue, for NE 20 Street t...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 19, 2022 

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, April 19, 2022 for Chateau, Umbria, Bali, Leeward I, Leeward II, Mirage, Antillean, Bimini, Barbados, Belize, Westberry and ...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Friday, April 15, 2022

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Friday, April 15, 2022 

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Friday, April 15, 2022 for Leeward II, Antillean and Belize. Missed pickups will be completed on Saturday, April 16, 2022.  P...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Friday, April 15, 2022

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Friday, April 15, 2022 

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Friday, April 15, 2022 from Campbell Drive to Mowry Drive from NW 10 Avenue to N. Krome Avenue. Mis...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Thursday, April 14, 2022

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Thursday, April 14, 2022 for Floridian Isles I, Floridian Isles II, the Grove at Waterstone, Avalon, Stonebrook I, Pebblebrook I and Portofino Palms. Missed pickups will be completed by&am...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Monday, April 12, 2022

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Tuesday, April 12, 2022 for NE 3 AVE, NE 4 AVE, NW 5 AVE, from NE 8 ST to NE 11 ST. Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, April 13, 2022.  Please make sure your bulky waste has the...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 12, 2022

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 for Edgewater, Seagrape, Kia Dr., Laura Ln, Sunrise, Sonoma, Fresno, Mendocino, Mallorca, Chateau, Napa, Bimini, Mirage, Leeward, Bali, Crystal Lakes, Portofino West.&nb...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 12, 2022 Update

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, April 12, 2022 for Waterstone Estates, Floridan Bay Estates, Portofino Estates, Portofino West, Tennessee Estates, Bimini, Barbados, Belize, Villages of Homestead – Sandpiper area, Leeward II,...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Monday, April 11, 2022 Update

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Monday, April 11, 2022 

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Monday, April 11, 2022 for Waterstone Estates, Floridan Bay Estates, Portofino Estates, Marbella Cove, Port...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Monday, April 11, 2022

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Monday, April 11, 2022 for Old Dixie Highway to Krome Avenue from NE 11 Street to NE 23 Street, NW 14 Street to NW 22 Street from NW 8 Avenue to Krome Avenue, NE 8 Street to NE 11 Street from Flagler Avenue ...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, April 5, 2022 

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, April 5, 2022 for Bimini, Portofino West, Tennessee Estates, Barbados, Belize, Fairways, Cali Greens, Palm Isles, Leeward II,...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Friday, April 1, 2022

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Friday, April 1, 2022 from Mowry Dr. to Campbell Dr. from Krome Ave to NW 2 Ave.  Missed pickups will be completed by Wednesday, March 30, 2022.  Please make sure your recycling c...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Tuesday, March 29, 2022

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 for Sonoma, Mallorca, Chateau, Umbria, Napa, Mendocino and Sierra.  Missed pickups will be completed by Wednesday, March 30, 2022.  Please make su...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, March 29, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, March 29, 2022 for Fresno, Mallorca, Napa, Chateau, Sierra, Umbria, Leeward II, Antillean, Barbados and Belize.  Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, March 30, 2022.  Please ...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Tuesday, March 29, 2022

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Tuesday, March 29, 2022 for Westberry Estates and Redondo.  Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, March 30, 2022.   Please make sure your bulky waste has the required five-foot cle...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Friday, March 25, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Friday, March 25, 2022 for Mirage, Fresno, Chateau, Portofino West, Arbor Park, Antillian, Leeward II, Cali green.  Missed pickups will be completed on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Please make sure your ga...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Thursday, March 24, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Thursday, March 24, 2022 for Floridian Bay Estate.  Missed pickups will be completed on Friday, March 25, 2022.  Please make sure your garbage can (green lid) is out and that has the required f...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, March 22, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, March 22, 2022 for the Redlands and Westbury.  Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, March 23, 2022.  Please make sure your garbage can (green lid) is out and that has the req...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, March 15, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, March 15, 2022 for Bimini, Leeward II, Umbria, Windward, and Aruba.  Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, March 16, 2022.  Please make sure your garbage can (green lid) is ou...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Friday, March 11, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Friday, March 11, 2022 for Antillean, Leeward II, Belize, Umbria, Windward, Aruba and Sonoma.  Missed pickups will be completed on Saturday, March 12, 2022.   Please make sure your garbage can ...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Tuesday, March 1, 2022

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 for North Gate, Sunrise, Kia Drive, Laura Lane, Town Palm, Sonoma, Mallorca, Chateau, Umbria, Napa, Mendocino, Fresno, Rainbow Village and Mango Way.  Missed pickups...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Friday, February 18, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Friday, February 18, 2022 for Windward and Aruba.  Missed pickups will be completed on Saturday, February 19, 2022.  Please make sure your garbage can (green lid) is out and that has the requir...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Tuesday, February 15, 2022

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 for Mirage, Martinique, Caribbean Isles, Capri, Mallorca, Bali, Leeward I, Barbados, Atlantis, Antillean, Umbria, Sonoma, Sierra, Napa, Mendocino, Fresno and Chateau. &am...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, February 15, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, February 15, 2022 Umbria, Fresno, Barbados, Belize, Antillean, Leeward II and a portion of Crystal Lakes.   Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, February 16, 2022.  Please ma...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Friday, February 11, 2022 Revised

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Friday, February 11, 2022 for Mirage, Leeward II, Sonoma, Barbados, Antillean, and Belize.  Missed pickups will be completed on Saturday, February 12, 2022.  Please make sure your garbage can (...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Friday, February 11, 2022

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Friday, February 11, 2022 for Mirage, Leeward II, Sonoma, Barbados, and Belize.  Missed pickups will be completed on Saturday, February 12, 2022.  Please make sure your garbage can (green lid) ...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Friday, January 28, 2022

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Friday, January 28, 2022 for Zone 5, which includes Westberry Estates, Redland Reef, Tennessee Estates, and Deedco Gardens.  Missed pickups will be completed by Saturday, January 29, 2022. &nbs...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Thursday, January 27, 2022

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Thursday, January 27, 2022 for a portion of Zone 1.  Missed pickups will be completed by Saturday, January 27, 2022.  Please make sure your recycling can (yellow/gray lid) is out and has t...

Homestead Public Services Reminds Customers of Solid Waste Schedule Changes

All Homestead Public Services (HPS) Sanitation customers now have a new zone and new pickup schedule.  Regular garbage pick-up days remain the same, but bulk waste and recycling pick-up days have changed to an alternating biweekly schedule.&n...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Friday, December 17, 2021

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Friday, December 17, 2021 for Leeward I, Mirage, Bali, Sonoma, Fresno, Mendocino, Mallorca, Napa, The Landings, Cali Greens, and Pine Isle.  Missed pickups will be completed on Saturday December 18,...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Friday, December 3, 2021

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Friday, December 3, 2021 for Centergate, Towngate, Arbor Park, Windward, Aruba, Bimini, Belize, Mirage, Leeward I, Bali, Fresno, Sonoma, Mallorca, Mendocino, Sierra, Chateau, Napa, Umbria, Egret Road, Quetza...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Friday, December 3, 2021

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Friday, December 3, 2021 for Napa, Mendocino, Fresno, Umbria, Sierra, Chateau, Mallorca, Sonoma, Bali, Leeward I, Mirage and Crystal Lakes.  Missed pickups will be completed by Saturday, December 4...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Friday, November 19, 2021

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Friday, November 19, 2021 for Napa, Mendocino, Fresno, Umbria, Sierra, Chateau, Mallorca, Sonoma, Bali, Leeward I, Mirage and Crystal Lakes.  Missed pickups will be completed by Saturday, November ...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Friday, October 29, 2021

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Friday, October 29, 2021 for Granada Estates, Portofino West, Aruba, Bimini, Belize, Antillean, Fiji, Barbados, Capri, Atlantis, Windward, Leeward II, and Martinique.  Missed pickups will be comple...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Friday, October 22, 2021

 HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Friday, October 22, 2021 for Keys Landing, Centergate, Towngate, Arbor Park, Mirage, Leeward I, Bali, Fresno, Sonoma, Mallorca, Mendocino, Sierra, Chateau, Umbria, Goldeneye Lane, Flamingo Court, E...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Friday, October 22, 2021

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Friday, October 22, 2021 for Napa, Sierra, Umbria, Barbados, Antillean, and Leeward II.  Missed pickups will be completed on Saturday, October 23, 2021.   Please make sure your garbage can is o...

Inside Homestead October 2021

Welcome to Inside Homestead!  On this episode, we have updates on the City Budget, fresh produce in Downtown Homestead, and trick-or-treat.  Watch now to find out more.

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Monday, October 18, 2021

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Monday, October 18, 2021 for North Gate.  Missed pickups will be completed on Tuesday, October 19, 2021.  Please make sure your garbage can is out and that has the required five-foot clearance ...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, October 12, 2021

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, October 12, 2021 for Mallorca, Mirage, Bali and Leeward.  Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, October 13, 2021.  Please make sure your garbage can is out and that has the re...

Solid Waste Bulky Waste Pickup Delayed Friday, October 8, 2021

HPS Sanitation bulky waste pickups were delayed Friday, October 8, 2021 for Centergate, Towngate, Arbor Park, Bimini, Belize, Mirage, Leeward I, Bali, Fresno, Sonoma, Mallorca, Mendocino, Sierra, Chateau, Napa, Umbria and Palm Breeze.  Missed pic...

Solid Waste Recycling Pickup Delayed Tuesday, October 5, 2021

HPS Sanitation recycling pickups were delayed on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 for Tennessee Estates and Aquarius.  Missed pickups will be completed by Wednesday, October 6, 2021.  Please make sure your recycling can is out and has the requir...

Solid Waste Garbage Pickup Delayed Tuesday, October 5, 2021

HPS Sanitation garbage pickups were delayed Tuesday, October 5, 2021 for Mirage, Bali, Leeward, Crystal Lakes, Fresno, Mendocino, Mallorca, Napa, Sierra, Chateau, and Umbria.  Missed pickups will be completed on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. &n...

Homestead Public Services Warns of Potential Utility Scams

The City of Homestead would like to alert its residents about scams that have been reported by Homestead Public Services customers. A supposed utilities representative calls a home or business and asks customers to make a utility payment over the phone by...

HPS Sanitation Advises Customers of Nationwide Supercan Shortage

Homestead Public Services (HPS) Sanitation, much like other waste collection utilities across the country, is currently dealing with a nationwide shortage of rolling plastic waste containers, commonly known as Supercans.  This nationwide shortage...

2021 Tribute to City Staff

Our annual tribute to City Staff is always dedicated to the public servants who go above and beyond the call of duty day in and day out to serve the residents of the City of Homestead.  This year, we hold in our hearts and honor three of those wh...

Demolition Training at Homestead Air Reserve Base September 8, 2021

The Homestead Air Reserve Base will be conducting demolition training operations from 9am until 1pm on September 8, 2021.  During this time frame there will be 10 detonations that may be heard or felt nearby.  For additional information,...

Labor Day City Closures

Inside Homestead August 2021

On this episode of Inside Homestead, we have updates on the library of the future, homebuyer assistance, and finding the perfect match for your business.

Homestead Public Services Warns of Potential Utility Scams

The City of Homestead would like to alert its residents about scams that have been reported by Homestead Public Services customers. A supposed utilities representative calls a home or business and asks customers to make a utility payment over the phone by...

Homestead Public Services Begins Storm Hardening Project

Homestead Public Services (HPS) Energy recently began work on an ambitious infrastructure hardening project that will improve resiliency and decrease recovery time after storm events.   The project calls for replacing 1,560 wooden poles with conc...

Face Masks Mandatory at City of Homestead Facilities

In accordance with the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Miami-Dade County guidance, the use of a face mask is mandatory at all City of Homestead facilities, including the City Hall, Police Headquarters, Cybrarium, Community Rede...

Inside Homestead July 2021

Catch up with us in this episode of Inside Homestead.  We've got updates on parks, events, and help for your utility bill!

City of Homestead Monitoring Hurricane Elsa

The City of Homestead is currently monitoring Hurricane Elsa and encourages all Homestead residents to check their storm plans.  While the forecast is still uncertain at this time, the storm is forecast to be near Florida by Monday or Tuesday and...

Solid Waste Drop Site to be Closed for Independence Day Observance

The Homestead Public Services (HPS) Solid Waste Drop Site will be closed on Sunday, July 4, 2021 and Monday, July 5, 2021 in observance of Independence Day.  The site will reopen at normal hours on Tuesday, July 6, 2021.

Homestead Shines for Surfside, Florida

The City of Homestead invites all of its residents to step outside and shine a light at 9pm on Sunday, July 4th to send our thoughts and prayers to Surfside….those we have lost, those we continue to search for, their families and friends, the rescue worke...

City Offices Closed for Independence Day Observance

Inside Homestead June 2021

In this episode of Inside Homestead we're talking about the 4th of July, employment opportunities, and hurricane preparation.  Watch now to find out more!

Inside Homestead May 2021

Inside Homestead is back!  Today we have updates on the COVID-19 vaccine, the Trolley to the National Parks, and the world’s first Cybrarium.  Inside Homestead starts right now…

2021 Hurricane Preparedness Guide

Hurricane season officially begins June 1st and ends November 30th.  It is time to start making preparations such as tree trimming and cleaning out unwanted debris. The City urges all residents to prepare now.  Find more resources and in...

Additional City of Homestead Facilities to Reopen with COVID-19 Protocols

As Florida continues to move towards normalcy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Homestead will be reopening the following facilities to the public effective Monday, May 3, 2021: City Hall, Community Redevelopment Agency, Development Servic...

Homestead Public Services Sanitation Reminds Residents of Drop Site Rules

As Florida continues to move towards normalcy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Homestead Public Service (HPS) Sanitation is reopening the Solid Waste Drop Site to residents beginning Monday, May 3, 2021.  The site is located at 548 SE 6^th Av...

HPS Sanitation Customers to Receive Additional Pickups Week of December 28, 2020

HPS Sanitation Customers will be receiving additional pickups this week as sanitation crews catch up on the adjusted holiday schedule.  We appreciate your patience as these hard-working front line employees continue to serve you every day. &n...

HPS Customer Service Encourages Customers to Enroll in E-Check Auto Pay and Save

Homestead Public Services (HPS) Customer Service is encouraging customers to enroll in E-Check Auto Pay to streamline their bill pay experience and save money on convenience fees.  Beginning January 1, 2021, HPS customers will be charged a $3.85 ...

2021 Solid Waste Schedule Now Available

We have GOOD NEWS for you! The increased level of service that was provided by the City of Homestead, increasing the collection of recyclables and bulky waste from twice a month to once a week, at no additional cost will continue in 2021. Your re...

HPS Energy Receives National Commendation for Electric Restoration Efforts

Homestead Public Services (HPS) Energy received national commendation from the American Public Power Association for its support to restore electric power to the community of Lafayette, Louisiana in the wake of Hurricane Delta earlier this year.

A crew of ...

Offices of the City of Homestead Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving

The Offices of the City of Homestead will be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2020 and Friday, November 27, 2020 in observance of Thanksgiving.  Offices will reopen at normal business hours on Monday, November 30, 2020.

New COVID-19 Housing Assistance Available to Homestead Residents

City of Homestead residents now have access to a new COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program.  Several municipalities within Miami-Dade County, including the City of Homestead, have created a Housing Assistance Program using CARES Act Funds. &nbs...

City of Homestead Issues State of Emergency Related to Tropical Storm Eta

The City of Homestead has issued a State of Emergency in response to the impacts of Tropical Storm Eta.  This State of Emergency is a measure that allows the City of Homestead to respond to recovery needs without the burdens of bureaucracy.&n...

HPS Sanitation Service Suspended November 9, 2020 Due to Tropical Storm Eta

Attention HPS Customers!  All HPS Sanitation pickups are suspended Monday, November 9, 2020 due to Tropical Storm Eta.

HPS Energy Reminds Customers of Outage Reporting Procedures

As Tropical Storm Eta approaches, HPS Energy is reminding customers that outages can be reported at www.cityofhomestead.com/outage. However, customers should keep in mind that is unsafe for crews to work with winds above 35mph. As soon as wind speed decre...

Tropical Storm Eta City Services Updates

In light of the anticipated impacts of Tropical Storm Eta, City Parks closed and Trolley Service was suspended effective 12pm Sunday, November, 8, 2020.  The Offices of the City of Homestead will be closed Monday, November 9, 2020.  Resi...

HPS Energy Receives Florida Municipal Electric Association “Building Strong Communities” Award

Homestead Public Services (HPS) Energy received statewide recognition at the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) Energy Connections Virtual Conference for its efforts to offer extra community services through the Homestead Energy Lend a Hand Pro...

HPS Energy Joins FMEA Hurricane Recovery Mission to Louisiana

Homestead Public Services (HPS) Energy crews are joining more than 140 Florida public power personnel and Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) utilities headed to Louisiana to assist with power restoration efforts as Hurricane Delta approaches la...

FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps are Changing