Yard Waste Rules

Collection Schedule


  • The 4th Thursday each month, December through March
  • The 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month, April through November

Approved Receptacles


You can put yard waste in:
  • Cans with handles and lids (32 gallon, 65 pound limit)
  • Reusable poly-woven or paper yard waste bags
  • Bundles - 3 by 2 by 2 foot limit
  • No plastic bags or plastic twine

Things to Remember
  • Containers must be labeled with service address and YARD WASTE.
  • Remove all plastic bags and twine.
Acceptable Yard Waste


Yard waste includes:
  • Grass clippings
  • Leaves
  • Prunings (no bigger than 3 inches in diameter and 36 inches long)
  • Vines
  • Weeds (please remove as much dirt as possible)

Not Yard Waste


Yard waste does not include:
  • Animal waste
  • Ashes
  • Dirt
  • Household garbage
  • Metal
  • Oversized branches
  • Rocks
  • Sod
  • Stumps

Additional Information


For more information or to sign up for yard waste service please call 360-378-2810.

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