Leaf Pickup and Collection
The Department of Public Works assists residents with the removal of fallen leaves.
Mid-October to Mid-December
We will confirm the 2023 start date in late September, based on the fall foliage forecast.
- Option 1: Collect leaves
- You may collect leaves in paper bags and leave them at the curb
- Please call (908) 704-7195 to schedule pickup
- Option 2: Drop off leaves
- We encourage you to drop-off leaves in paper bags
- The DPW dumpster is located at 32 5th Street
- 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday
- Note: Plastic bags are not permitted.
Late October to early December
- Options 1 & 2: See above.
- Option 3: Rake leaves to the curb line
- Do not place leaf piles on the sidewalk or road
- The Borough will provide 3 rounds of leaf collection
- 3 vacuum trucks will start at the edge of town and move to the center
- Each round takes approximately 2 to 3 weeks, weather permitting
Leaf Piles: Safety Tips
- Do not block catch basins or storm drains (metal grates on the street), which help prevent flooding.
- Keep leaves away from gutters and drainpipes to avoid blocking the free flow of water.
- Do not pile leaves near intersection corners. This causes sight issues for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians.
- Do not pile leaves around mailboxes, power poles, fences, fire hydrants, basketball hoops or other obstacles.
- Do not park vehicles on or near leaves. The heat from a vehicle exhaust system could start a fire.
Leaf Piles: Prohibited Debris
These items will not be collected because they may clog and damage the equipment:
- Branches, sticks and rocks
- Grass clippings
- Ornamental grasses
- Flower potting material
- Pumpkins & gourds
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Contact Information
Rodney Hadley
Public Works Director
(908) 704-7195
rhadley@somervillenj.org
Public Works Facility
32 5th Street
Somerville NJ, 08876
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