The City of Traverse City will start its spring leaf and brush pick-up on Monday, April 28.

Crews will cover city neighborhoods beginning on the west side and moving eastward over a period of five to seven weekdays. Crews will make one pass only. Leaves should be raked out in front of homes for pick-up by April 28. City guidelines are as follows:

> Feel free to rake and pile leaves on the tree lawn prior to April 28.
> Do not use plastic bags. Loose leaves only are best. Biodegradable bags are acceptable.
> Leaves go in the street; brush goes in the alley. If there is no alley, the brush can be placed behind the curb or pavement edge of the street.
> Brush piles cannot exceed 8' x 8' and 4' high. Branches can be no more than 4" in diameter.
> Christmas trees are okay.
> No logs, stumps, or root balls.
> Always avoid covering catch basins when raking, and leave them clear of debris.
> Please do not park vehicles over leaf piles on city streets. If crews are unable to pick up those leaves, it will be the homeowner's responsibility.
> Please note that brush pick-up is done separately and may not occur at the same time as leaves are picked up.

For more information and a map of city leaf pick-up zones, click here.