The City of Knox will begin its fall leaf pickup program Monday, October 19th.
An announcement from the city stated that residents are asked to rake their leaves into long rows along the curb in front of their homes rather than placing them in alleys.
Leaves should not be bagged, as garbage contractors will not collect bagged leaves. Residents are also reminded to keep trash out of leaf piles to allow the city’s leaf vacuum to operate properly.
The Knox City Street Department will continue collecting branches and limbs each Thursday.
Residents who prefer to drop off leaves, grass, garden material, or brush may use the city’s compost pile located behind City Hall at the corner of Shield and Mound streets. Leaves and grass must be removed from bags or containers before being placed in the designated area.
City officials also remind residents that brush left behind by professional tree removal companies will not be collected by the city. Disposal of that material is the responsibility of the tree removal company.
