Germantown Officials Urge Proper Leaf Disposal to Prevent Drain Clogs and Flooding Risks

As the leaves fall in Germantown, residents are preparing for the annual task of raking and disposing of the autumn foliage. A recent reminder from local officials emphasizes the importance of working together to keep the community clean and safe. According to the

Germantown official website

, people should avoid leaving bagged leaves on the streets as they can clog storm drains and create flooding risks.

The city advises the use of clear bags or their specific brown, City-issued yard carts in lieu of black bags or personal bins, which are not permitted for this task. The message is clear: Bag your leaves properly, don’t just leave them in the street. Should you need to acquire a City-approved yard cart, the Customer Service helpline is at the ready, offering 96-gallon carts for a one-time fee of $75, billed by Waste Pro.

Residents can set out up to 10 cubic yards of yard debris – roughly 50 clear bags – for curbside collection, ensuring it’s away from obstacles like vehicles and mailboxes. This practice should help facilitate an efficient and effective pickup process. For those who have contracted out their yard work, it is mandated that the yard debris is hauled away by the contractors themselves, not left for the city’s collection service.

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