Fall is here, and the City of Muscatine Department of Public Works (DPW) is once again rolling out its Annual Fall Leaf Collection Program to help residents keep up with the colorful cleanup.
Starting Monday, October 27, city leaf vacuum trucks will begin curbside leaf collection in Zone 1, then continue through all eight zones — making multiple passes as long as weather allows.
“We encourage residents to rake leaves often,” said Tyson Wedekind, Street Maintenance Supervisor. “Crews will visit each zone several times this season, but since we don’t follow a strict schedule, it’s best to keep your leaves ready for pickup whenever possible.”
🍁 Curbside Collection Tips
To help crews collect leaves quickly and safely:
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Place leaves next to the curb, not in the street.
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Keep piles free of branches, sticks, and trash — these clog the vacuums.
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Don’t park near leaf piles; blocked piles will be skipped until the next round.
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Avoid placing leaves near mailboxes, poles, or signs.
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Keep leaves outside fenced areas and only along the public right-of-way.
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Do not place leaves on city property, cul-de-sacs, or vacant lots.
Leaf pickup may be delayed due to bad weather, equipment repairs, or early snowfall (snow removal takes priority). If winter weather hits early, collection may pause until spring.
For updates, visit the Fall Leaf Pickup page on the City of Muscatine website or call 563-263-8933.
🌿 Other Leaf Disposal Options
1. Drop-Off at the Compost Facility
Bag your leaves and take them to the Muscatine Compost Facility at the Transfer Station.
Hours (through Nov. 1):
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Sunday–Friday: 12–6 p.m.
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Saturday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Hours (beginning Nov. 2):
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Sunday–Friday: 12–5 p.m.
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Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
✅ Free for Muscatine and Fruitland residents (proof of residency required)
💵 Small fee for non-residents
2. Curbside Yard Waste Collection
You can also bag your leaves in 20- or 30-gallon paper compostable bags and place them curbside on your regular garbage day.
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Each bag must have a City of Muscatine yard waste sticker
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No trash, recyclables, or animal waste
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Bags must weigh under 50 pounds
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Set them out after 4 p.m. the day before and before 5 a.m. on collection day
Stickers available at:
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Muscatine Transfer Station
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City Hall
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Public Works
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Hy-Vee (both locations)
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Fareway
Tree limbs and trimmings can also be dropped off at the Compost Facility during open hours.
