Yard waste (leaf and brush) pick-up is included free with our LRS residential garbage service. Yard waste collection begins April 1 and continues through the second full week of December. It’s collected the same day as garbage and recyclables. Organic food scraps may be mixed into yard waste.
Follow these Yard Waste Guidelines from LRS:
- Accepted food scraps include: bread, cereal, coffee grounds, dairy, eggshells, eggs, fruits, grains, pasta shells, and vegetables.
- Yard waste bags are to be a minimum of 2-ply, biodegradable paper, not to exceed 30-gallons or 50 pounds when full.
- Any non-LRS containers may be used so long as they do not exceed 33 gallons in size or 50 pounds in weight when full. Containers must clearly indicate YARD WASTE.
- Yard waste container labels are available at City Hall.
- Non-LRS containers must have two handles for lifting. LRS does not recommend using your own container as drivers may use the automated lifting mechanism which may damage your container.
- LRS will not repair or replace non-LRS containers used for yard waste.
Head over to the LRS website for more information on Yard Waste, Garbage Collection, Recycling, and more!