Leaf collection starts Saturday in Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee residents can begin raking their leaves into curb lanes starting Oct. 1. The Metropolis of Milwaukee Division of Public Works stated they’ll begin gathering leaves on Oct. 17. Residents can proceed raking out leaves till Nov. 15.

Nevertheless, if the season leaf dropping is delayed, DPW stated they’ll lengthen the deadline to provide residents extra time to clear their property of leaves.

When town establishes the official deadline, they’ll do one final sweep to gather leaves. Residents are inspired to get their leaves out by the deadline.

Within the wake of this 12 months’s assortment, DPW provided residents a number of suggestions.

DPW stated residents ought to go away a 1-foot hole between the leaves and the curb. This may assist be certain that tools can accumulate all of the leaves. It additionally protects the tools from harm and prevents flooding, because it permits storm water to maneuver into the drains.

Typically, DPW stated to be sure you preserve your piles away from the sewer grates, storm drains, and low-hanging bushes.

If you happen to’re additionally raking up different yard particles — reminiscent of flowers, backyard trimmings and weeds — be sure you put that on high of the leaves.

Nevertheless, there are specific issues that you shouldn’t embrace in these piles. That features grass clippings, pumpkins, litter or bagged materials.

Brush can nonetheless be collected however must be put in a separate pile between the curb and the sidewalk. You’ll additionally must name 286-CITY or request brush assortment on-line.

If it’s already previous the gathering deadline, you’ll be able to nonetheless eliminate your leaves and different yard particles. All you must do is take them to a Drop-Off Heart. You may take as much as 6 cubic yards with out having to pay a charge.

Leaves and brush can’t be positioned in rubbish or recycling bins, as they’re banned from landfills. When DPW collects it, they’ll compost it, which conserves pure assets and saves town cash.

To seek out info in your leaf assortment schedule, name 414-286-CITY X2489 or go to the DPW web site.