Everything to Know About Leaf Pickup 2011

The "Queen Jewel" suburb's leaves have once again turned from emerald to topaz and sapphire, and so it's collectin' time!

In acknowledgement of the season, we've about how the collects its leaves; in addition, just as last year, we've got the Village's complete schedule and instructions for leaf pickup.

Pickup will begin on Monday, October 24, and continue during weekdays for the next six weeks, excluding the week of Thanksgiving. (Note that Timber Trails and Commonwealth homes are not included in Village leaf pickup.)

Oct. 24-Oct. 28 and Oct. 31-Nov. 4: Pickup will take place throughout the Village.

Nov. 7-Nov. 11: Pickup will only be for neighborhoods north of 47th Street.

Nov. 14-Nov. 18: Pickup will only be for neighborhoods south of 47th Street.

Nov. 28-Dec 2: Weather permitting, pickup will take place throughout the Village.

Residents are advised to make note of the following:

• Residents of Ogden Avenue and Wolf Road north of 47th Street should only rake leaves to the edge of the parkway curb. All other residents must rake leaves all the way into the gutter, or they will not be picked up.
• Only leaves are allowed in the gutter. Other objects (pumpkins, flowerpots, tree branches, etc.) are a hinderance to workers and slow down leaf removal progress.
• Bagged leaves/yard waste will not be picked up after November 29 for all neighborhoods besides Ridgewood, and after December 2 for Ridgewood.
• Anyone using a lawn service should 
• Do not park/stop cars atop piles of leaves, as hot mufflers can start fires.
• The schedule may be affected by emergencies. Snow removal takes priority over leaf removal.

A "Leaf Hotline" can be contacted for updates at 708-246-1800 x305.