Leaf Cleanup Schedule for Stamford Is Announced

Leaf pick-up will begin Nov. 12, starting from the New York State line with crews working south to the Merritt Parkway.

Crews will pick-up leaves between the Merritt Parkway and I-95 Beginning approximately Nov. 15. City neighborhoods below I-95 will be picked up beginning approximately Dec. 2.

City crews will not return if leaves are not put out by start date for your designated area.

• Only loose leaves or leaves in paper leaf bags will be picked up. Residents can bring bagged leaves to the recycling center on Magee Avenue .
• NO BRUSH, grass clippings or bulky Waste will be picked up. If these materials are found at curb side they will not be picked up. Owners of the adjacent properties can be cited or fined for leaving brush ,grass clippings, or bulky waste at curbside.
• Leaves must be brought TO the curb.

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DO NOT PUT LEAVES IN STREET PER STATE DEEP REGULATIONS —This is a FINEABLE offense.

• When ever possible , compost leaves. If you have wooded property, the leaves will naturally compost if raked or swept into
• Do not cover curbs, irrigation pipes, sprinklers and water curb boxes with leaves. Do not pile leaves near stone walls, fences or trees . They could be damaged by heavy equipment removing leaves.

For any questions, residents can call 203-977-4140.

Delays may occur because of bad weather.