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Leaf and Yard Waste Collection
If you don't have time to compost your leaves or yard debris this spring, Boston Public Works Department will. We will collect your leaves and yard waste on your recycling day and use it as natural fertilizer for Boston's community gardens.
 

Spring 2008 Collection Dates: April 21st-May 23rd
  • Place leaves, and yard debris in large paper leaf bags or open barrels labeled "yard waste" (no plastic bags).
  • Yard Waste stickers for barrels are available by calling 635-4959.
  • Tie branches with string, 3' maximum length. Do not put branches in barrels.
  • Put barrels, bags and branches on the curb 7:00 AM on your Recycling Day: April 21 through May 23
  • Yard waste will not be collected with trash from April 7 through May 23.
  • Yard waste in plastic bags will also not be collected.
  • No more Saturday collections.
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Hazardous Waste Drop-Off
Upcoming hazardous waste drop-off dates.
Compost Bins on Sale
Backyard compost bins can be purchased for $35
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Learn about Recycling with Boston's Recycling Director, Susan Cascino.
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