Update 4/2/25: The Department of Public Works has added an additional week to the 2025 Spring Cleanup dates! The new start day for the program will be April 7th.

The Department of Public Works will be conducting our Annual Spring Cleanup program from April 7th to April 25th, 2025. This program allows residents to prepare their yards for spring planting and clear any remaining fall leaves.

During this period, residents may place leaves, grass clippings, and pine needles at the curb for Leaf-Vac collection on their designated trash day.

Please note that the Leaf-Vacs will not collect the following items to prevent damage to the equipment:

  • Dirt or sod
  • Mulch or rocks
  • Decorative grasses
  • Sticks or branches
  • Trash or recycling of any kind.

The program will only operate on the specified dates. If you have sticks or branches, kindly create a separate pile for chipper collection.

Be sure to follow the Department of Public Works on Facebook @ColumbusRecycles!

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