Refuse Collection Guidelines

General Provisions

Reference the Collection Map (PNG) to determine your service day.

Collection Hours

Household refuse, recycling, and yard waste are collected between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM on your scheduled day. However, due to construction, weather, or other factors, collection may begin as early as 6:00 AM. Make sure all items (refuse, recycling, yard waste) are out by 6:00 AM on your scheduled day, as separate trucks may pick up each type of material at different times. Items may be placed at the curb after 6:00 PM the night before collection and must be removed by 8:00 PM on collection day.

Collection Frequency

  • Collection is once a week for each residence.
  • If a scheduled collection day falls on or after a holiday, service will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week.
  • Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

Refuse Guidelines

  • Any refuse beyond the 96-gallon cart can be placed in 32-gallon cans (maximum weight 50 lbs).
  • Uncontainerized bags will not be collected.
  • Do not mix household refuse with yard waste.
  • Bulk Items: One bulk item can be collected per week. If it requires more than one person to handle, schedule pickup in advance. More than two items can either be held for the next collection or picked up on the same day for an additional fee.
  • Carpet Rolls: Up to 10 rolls per week. Rolls must be tied in bundles (max weight 50 pounds, up to 4 feet long, and 24 inches in diameter) or placed in 32-gallon containers.
  • DIY Construction/Demolition Debris: Up to four cans or bundles per week. Bundles must weigh less than 50 pounds and be no longer than 4 feet, with a diameter of up to 24 inches, or placed in 32-gallon containers.

Special Collection

Please reference Waste Management's At Your Door Special Collection Program (PDF) for guidelines regarding the responsible disposal of hazardous materials such as electronics, paint, and batteries. Special collection can be scheduled at www.wmatyourdoor.com.

Yard Waste Collection

Yard waste is collected from April through November.

  • Use 33-gallon biodegradable Kraft paper bags (no plastic bags).
  • Bags/bundles must not exceed 50 lbs.
  • Brush and tree trimmings must be bundled with biodegradable twine, no longer than 4 feet in length and 24 inches in diameter.

Christmas trees are collected from Christmas through January, free of decorations and not in plastic bags.

Residents are encouraged to compost yard waste rather than dispose of it at the curb.