April 14, 2025 ~ South Bend, IN - The City of South Bend has announced the start of their annual Spring Leaf Pickup Program, which will be offered on a call-in basis beginning Monday, April 14. Residents can call 311 to request a leaf pickup from Monday, April 14 to Friday, April 25. Pickup will begin the week of April 21.

According to city officials, loose leaves must be raked to the curb and should be free of sticks, trash and other debris in order to be collected. Any leaves that do not meet these guidelines will not be picked up. Residents are encouraged to call 311 with any questions regarding the program.

In order to ensure a smooth and efficient pickup process, the city has provided guidelines for residents to follow. Leaves should be raked to the tree lawn area and not into the street in order to prevent clogging of storm inlets. It is also important for residents to rake their leaves prior to calling 311 for pickup.

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Additionally, leaves must be free of sticks, trash and other debris or they will not be collected. Residents are reminded that yard waste material can also be placed in the city's yard waste bin as part of their weekly yard waste program which started on April 1. Those interested in participating can sign up at southbendin.gov/yardwaste or by calling 311.

To ensure a smooth collection process, residents are asked not to park their cars on top of or in front of leaf piles along curb lines as this hampers crews from collecting leaves. It is also important for residents to note that burning leaves in South Bend is prohibited and is a violation of City ordinance.

The Spring Leaf Pickup Program is an important initiative by the City of South Bend to keep the streets clean and maintain a healthy environment for its residents. With cooperation from all residents, this program is expected to run smoothly and efficiently.

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