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1. Are there exclusions to the curbside leaf pickup program?

Yes. 

Unfortunately, leaf collection service will not be extended to the below areas during the initial year.

• Condominium and Home-owner Associations
  • Reason for exclusion: Leaf collection services should be funded within home-owner association dues. 
• Most Major Roads
  • Reason for exclusion: Safety and interfering with traffic.
  • However, two (2) lane major roads that pass through neighborhoods will be eligible for service.
    •  Example: Wildwood Street. 

The Administration is developing a plan next year to provide alternative solutions to those excluded from this curbside leaf pickup program to ensure their needs are met.

2. When will curbside leaf pickup take place in my neighborhood?

Service dates, as well as any changes to them, will be communicated with street signs at neighborhood entrances.  The service schedule may be impacted by weather conditions and leaf volumes.  You can stay up to date with the Curbside Leaf Program Updates.

3. What are the sections for the curbside leaf pickup?

The City of Westland was divided into five sections for curbside leaf pickup.  

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4. Who do I contact regarding a complaint or issue about the curbside leaf pickup?

Please direct all curbside leaf pickup complaints or issues to the City of Westland, Department of Public Service, by calling 734-728-1770 or via email at dps@cityofwestland.com

5. Where do I put the leaves if I don't have a curb?

If no curb exists, residents are required to place leaves at the edge of the roadway.

6. Can I put sticks and branches at the curb with the leaves?

No.  Please only put leaves at the curb for curbside leaf pickup.  If you have other compost, please put them in a paper compost bag or a trash can labeled compost and set them out for your normal garbage day.  

Acceptable compost: Garden Waste, Grass Clippings, Hay/Straw, Leaves, Pruning Debris, Tree Branches

7. Am I allowed to burn leaves?

No. City ordinance prohibits outdoor burning of leaves.

8. Can I still bag my leaves?

Yes. You can still bag your leaves in paper compost bags or trash cans labeled compost.  Set these out at the curb, for your normal garbage day.  

9. How many times will the leaves be picked up?

Eligible residents will have two (2) collections each designated leaf pickup season.

10. Will the curbside leaf pickup increase taxes?

The restoration of the curbside leaf pickup program will not increase taxes, but will allow for additional services to be obtained.  The Administration is using savings obtained from the successful re-negotiation of the contract with our landfill provided to help fund this program.