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Fall Leaf Collection

October 6th – December 4th, 2025

The City of Racine Department of Public Works will conduct Fall Leaf Collection beginning Monday, October 6, 2025, through Thursday, December 4, 2025.

During this time, residents may place leaves, yard waste, and bundled branches into the street gutters following the guidelines below.

Notice

What Will Be Collected
  • Loose Leaves
  • Yard Waste (grass clippings, garden debris)
  • Bundled branches that are:
    • No greater than 3 inches in diameter
    • No longer than 4 feet in length
    • Tied with string or twine
What Will NOT Be Collected
  • Leaves or yard waste in bags or containers
  • Yard waste in alleys
  • Piles with parked cars on top
Important Reminders
  • Place you items in the street gutter before your scheduled collection day
  • Do not place leaves or yard waste in alleys.
  • Do not use bags or containers.
  • Once collection is complete, all remaining yard waste must be taken to the Pearl Street Facility at 9th & Pearl Street.

To download the reminder, click the following link:  Fall Leaf Collection

Questions?

Call the Department of Public Works at 262-636-9171

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Llame al 262-636-9458

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