The Mission Beach Town Council (MBTC) will host its annual free cleanup event on Saturday, May 22 in conjunction with the city of San Diego to help residents conveniently dispose of acceptable waste. Beginning at 8 a.m., workers will remove approved trash and recycling materials as they complete routine collection. MBTC President Willie Gardner said the event coincides with the end of the school year so that college students moving out for the summer can properly dispose of unwanted goods. “Just leave anything you want to get rid of except lightbulbs, construction materials, demolition materials, hazardous waste, batteries, propane tanks and tires,” Gardner said. Approved items include appliances, electronics, lawnmowers emptied of gas or oil, carpeting, mattress, and bundled yard trimmings that do not exceed 50 pounds. Participants should have all unwanted items outside for pickup before 8 a.m. or regular collection time. The event lasts one day only and is open to Mission Beach residents exclusively. For more information, visit missionbeachtc.org.