Leaf and Grass Clippings Collection

Note: Beginning November 2011, the loose leaf collection season will be one month shorter. Collection will end at the end of January.

Seasonal Pickup (Nov. 1 to Jan. 31)

• The leaf vacuum truck will operate weekdays except on town-observed holidays.
• No work order is required.
• Between Nov. 1 and Jan. 31, the leaf vacuum truck routinely will  routinely pick up leaves once per week depending upon the amount of leaves, inclement weather, or other unforeseen circumstances which may cause delays. 
• Leaves must be piled within 4 feet of the curb.
• Leaf piles must be free of trash and debris (including sticks and limbs).
• Leaves should not be placed where they may interfere with traffic or water drainage.
• Leaves should not block sidewalks or fire hydrants or cover water meters.
• Leaves may be bagged in paper or biodegradable bags for collection. Households are limited to collection of 10 bags per week.

Non-seasonal Pickup (Feb. 1 to Oct. 31)

• Between Feb. 1 and Oct. 31, the leaf vacuum truck will not operate.
• During this period, residents may notify Public Works of collection needs for leaf and/or grass clippings by placing a work order.
• Leaf and grass clippings collected during this time must be placed at the curb in paper or biodegradable bags.
• Bags must not contain trash and other debris (including sticks and limbs).
• Bags must be within 4 feet of the curb to be collected.
• Bags should not be placed where they may interfere with traffic or water drainage.
• Bags should not block sidewalks or fire hydrants or cover water meters.
• Households are limited to collection of 10 bags per week.