Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Stockbridge
Trash Day
Trash is collected once weekly on designated routes (typically Monday or Wednesday depending on your neighborhood zone).
Recycling
Collected bi-weekly (every other week) on the same day as your scheduled trash collection.
Yard Waste
Bagged leaves and grass clippings (up to 10 bags) are picked up weekly on your normal trash day with no call required; loose twigs and branches require scheduling with hauler GFL at least 24 hours in advance.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside sanitation service is mandatory for all city residents and is billed annually on your property tax statement.
Billing Cycle
Annual (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Property Tax, Online, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Eligible seniors can apply for the City's Sanitation Senior Discount Program. Free backdoor collection service is also available for qualified disabled residents.
City-provided 95-gallon cart Bin (Trash)
All garbage must be bagged and placed inside the 95-gallon cart. The cart must be at the curb by 6:00 a.m. with the front facing the street and the wheels facing your home.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Bagged trash
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
City-provided 65-gallon cart Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected every other week. Un-bagged recyclables are preferred. When in doubt, leave it out.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard boxes (flattened)
- ✓Junk mail, magazines, newspapers, office paper
- ✓Plastic milk jugs and detergent bottles
- ✓Plastic water & soft drink bottles
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass of any kind
- ✕Plastic toys or non-container plastics
- ✕Metal fixtures
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Up to 10 bags of leaves/grass (paper or plastic) are collected weekly without an appointment. For un-bagged branches (max 4 feet long, up to 4 cubic yards), you must call GFL 24 hours in advance.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Twigs, limbs, and branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (by scheduled appointment only)
Placement
Place items at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled service day, keeping them clear of the garbage cart, mailboxes, and low wires.
Accepted
- ✓ Household furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large appliances (Freon removed and tagged)
- ✓ Items too large for the 95-gallon cart
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and landscaping contractor debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste and paint
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Automotive parts
Up to 3 items per week are collected for free. Exceeding 3 items requires scheduling a 'Special Pick Up' for a $150.00 fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled service day falls on a recognized holiday, your collection will be delayed by one day. Subsequent days in that week will also be pushed back by one day (e.g., Thursday routes run on Friday).
Yard Waste Exception
Because yard waste is collected by specialized trucks, holiday volumes may cause slight delays. Ensure your bags are out by 6:00 a.m. regardless of the holiday schedule.
If a holiday falls on a weekend when GFL is normally closed, your service week will typically continue on its regular schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March to MayDuring spring landscaping, remember that un-bagged limb piles cannot exceed 4 cubic yards (about the size of a standard pickup truck bed). Exceeding this limit requires a $150 Special Pick Up fee.
Summer
June to AugustFrequent summer thunderstorms often lead to downed branches. You must call GFL Environmental 24 hours prior to your service day to have these storm limbs added to the knuckleboom collection schedule.
Fall
October to DecemberFall leaf collection is simple in Stockbridge. You can place up to 10 bags of leaves at the curb each week on your normal collection day, and you do not need to call ahead for this service.
Local Tips & Community Info
Welcome to Stockbridge Public Works Sanitation
The City of Stockbridge takes immense pride in maintaining a pristine residential environment through its dedicated sanitation division. Operating under the local Public Works framework, the city offers comprehensive refuse collection to single-family homes. Adhering to local disposal guidelines ensures the streetscapes remain beautiful, wildlife is kept at bay, and collection fleets operate safely throughout the community.
Curbside Roll-Cart Preparation and Timetable
Residents are issued standardized garbage carts that must be rolled to the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your specific service day. To prevent neighborhood blight, municipal ordinances require that containers are not left at the street indefinitely; they should be returned to your property by the evening after collection. Space your carts at least three feet from fire hydrants, parked cars, and mailboxes so the mechanical arm on the truck has ample room to operate without risking property damage.
Sustainable Recycling Program Specifics
Diverting reusable materials from local landfills is a core initiative in Stockbridge. Homeowners receive a dedicated recycling cart for single-stream processing. Acceptable goods include flattened corrugated cardboard, aluminum beverage cans, and basic household plastics typically stamped with a 1 or 2. Plastic grocery bags and glass bottles are strictly prohibited, as they contaminate the sorting machinery at the processing plant and can lead to entire truckloads being discarded.
Managing Lawn Clippings and Limbs
Keeping your property landscaped generates natural debris, which the city collects weekly. All grass clippings, pine straw, and leaves must be packed into heavy-duty biodegradable paper yard bags. Tree limbs must not exceed four feet in length and should be tied into manageable bundles weighing under forty pounds. Dirt, rocks, and root balls are not considered standard yard waste and will be left behind by the sanitation crews.
Requesting Heavy Item Pickups
When it is time to discard an old couch, a broken washing machine, or a mattress, residents cannot simply leave these massive items on the curb expecting standard trucks to haul them away. Stockbridge requires homeowners to schedule a special bulk pickup in advance. Depending on the size and volume of the items, nominal fees may apply. Hazardous chemicals, wet paint, and construction debris from major home renovations are entirely banned from this specific service.
Inclement Weather and Holiday Shifts
The sanitation calendar occasionally shifts to accommodate major federal observances, such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Independence Day. Typically, collection days slide one day forward during a holiday week. Furthermore, if severe weather hits Henry County, services may be temporarily paused for driver safety. If your street is inexplicably skipped under normal conditions, residents should immediately call the solid waste customer service desk to report the missed cart and arrange a prompt recovery.
Drop-off Facilities
Henry County Recycle Center
For drop-off locations, contact Henry County Solid Waste (770-288-6000)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Are glass bottles allowed in my Stockbridge recycling cart?
No. Glass is not accepted in the curbside recycling program as it can shatter and contaminate other recyclable materials. Please throw glass items in your regular garbage bin.
What kind of bags must I use for my yard clippings?
All leaves, pine straw, and grass clippings must be placed in heavy-duty biodegradable paper lawn bags. Plastic garbage bags will not be collected by the yard waste crews.
How do I report a missed garbage pickup at my house?
If your cart was at the curb by 7:00 a.m. but was not emptied, you should contact the Stockbridge Public Works sanitation desk within 24 hours to schedule a recovery truck.