Fall leaf collection deadline extended for City of Milwaukee residents: What to know

MILWAUKEE — The fall leaf collection deadline has been extended for City of Milwaukee residents until Sunday, Nov. 29. An extension from the original Nov. 15 deadline was provided to allow residents more time to manage leaves from trees that are experiencing a late leaf drop, according to a release from the City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW). After Nov. 29, crews will begin the final cycle of leaf collection. What to know about leaf collection operations Milwaukee DPW DPW says it takes around two or three weeks for leaf collection operations to cycle through the entire city, meaning that the final pass for the season for neighborhoods will range anywhere from Nov. 30 to the second or third week of December. Snow operations can delay leaf collection. To check the status of collection in a neighborhood, residents may visit milwaukee.gov/leaves to see a live map showing where leaf crews are working and where they have already completed the final round. How to report missed areas or submit a service request TippaPatt / Shutterstock.com If you believe a leaf pile or bagged leaves have been missed in an area marked red (complete) on the map, contact the Unified Call Center at 414-286-CITY (2489) to request that the area be re-checked and collected. You can also submit a service request online at milwaukee.gov/click4action or through the MKE Mobile Action app. If you still have leaves after the final city cleanup has concluded, DPW says you can mulch your leaves on your lawn, compost them, or take them to a city drop-off center for composting. Leaves and brush, along with other yard waste, are banned from landfills and must not be placed in garbage or recycling carts, according to DPW. Let's talk: Hey there! At TMJ4 News, we're all about listening to our audience and tackling the stuff that really matters to you. Got a story idea, tip, or just want to chat about this piece? Hit us up using the form below. For more ways to get in touch, head over to tmj4.com/tips. Name Email Phone number Story you're commenting on Message Verification: Submit It’s about time to watch on your time. Stream local news and weather 24/7 by searching for “TMJ4” on your device. Available for download on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and more. Report a typo or error // Submit a news tip