As the calendar turns to fall, Geneva’s curbside leaf collection program will roll out in late October and continue throughout November.

Kramer Tree Specialists, the City’s contractor, will complete three collection cycles in each of the City’s three leaf pickup zones this fall. A zone map, schedule and full program details are available on the City’s website.

The schedule is subject to change in case of inclement weather, leaf volume or equipment failure. Each zone pickup takes several days to complete.

Residents can track the contractor’s progress on the City's curbside leaf map, which will be updated weekday mornings. People are encouraged to check the City’s website frequently for any schedule changes.

Residents must rake their leaves to the parkway parallel to the street and about 12 inches behind the curb or edge of the pavement by 7 a.m. on the Monday of their scheduled week. Raking leaves into the street or curb/gutter can clog storm sewers, which can later result in street flooding.

Leaves placed on the parkway after the crews have passed will not be collected until the next scheduled date.

Leaf Bag Program

After the curbside pickup concludes, residents may use the City's leaf bag collection program in December.

Leaves should be placed in brown yard waste bags. Waste stickers are not required, but bags must only contain leaves. Yard waste, mulch or grass clippings mixed with leaves will not be accepted.

Bags should be set outside with the garbage on residents' refuse collection day. LRS crews will make the final pickup during the week of Dec. 22.

Full curbside and leaf bag program details can be found on the City's website. Questions can be directed to the City's Public Works Department by calling 630-232-1501.