Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Byron
Trash Day
Curbside trash collection is not provided directly by the Village municipality; residents contract individually with licensed private haulers (such as Granger, Republic Services, or Waste Management) serving Shiawassee County. Pickup days depend on your selected provider.
Recycling
Recycling collection days and frequency depend on your chosen private waste management service provider.
Yard Waste
Seasonal brush and leaf collection is scheduled periodically by the Village DPW; routine yard waste service is available through private waste providers.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Village utility billing covers municipal water and sewer services, which can be paid online via PayGov or at the Village Office. Curbside trash and recycling services are billed directly by your private hauler.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Dark green or black cart (varies by hauler) Bin (Trash)
Trash must be bagged within your designated cart to prevent littering on windy days. Carts should be placed at the curb the night before or by 6:00 AM on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Wrappers and packaging
Blue cart Bin (Recycling)
All recyclable items must be loosely placed in the cart, free of plastic bags, and lightly rinsed to remove food residue.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Office paper and newspaper
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (#1, #2)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic shopping bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires, chains)
- ✕Food-soiled paper
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste must be contained in 30-gallon brown paper yard bags or 32-gallon rigid containers marked 'Yard Waste'. Branches must be bundled, tied, and less than 4 feet in length.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs and branches
- ✓Garden prunings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Varies by specific hauler agreement (often one large item per quarter or per week)
Placement
Place your scheduled bulk item at the curb by 6:00 AM on your regular collection day, keeping it at least 3 feet away from your standard bins.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses (must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Box springs
- ✓ Couches and chairs
- ✓ Wooden furniture
- ✓ Standard household appliances
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste and liquid paint
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Refrigerators containing Freon
Some haulers include a set number of bulk pickups per year in their base residential rate, while extra items may incur an additional scheduling fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, trash and recycling collection services for the rest of the week are typically delayed by one day, with Friday pickups moving to Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collections follow the same holiday delay schedule during the active season (April to November).
If a holiday falls on a weekend, your standard weekday service day will not change.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December to MarchSevere Michigan snowstorms can cause delays in trash collection. Make sure your carts are accessible and not buried behind snowbanks or placed in the direct path of county snowplows.
Spring
April to MayYard waste collection typically resumes in April. This is the perfect time to clear your yard of winter debris. Ensure all branches are bundled properly and cut to specified lengths.
Autumn
October to NovemberHeavy leaf drop in Shiawassee County means yard waste bags will fill up quickly. Do not rake leaves into the village streets or ditches, as this can block storm drains and violate local ordinances.
Local Tips & Community Info
Choosing a Residential Waste Hauler in Byron
Unlike municipalities that utilize a single-contract provider, the Byron community operates on an open-market system for residential garbage collection. Homeowners must independently select and establish a service agreement with a licensed private waste disposal company operating within the region. Popular choices include local and regional providers who offer various tier packages based on individual household needs. Because each sanitation company dictates its own routing schedules, your weekly pickup day will depend entirely on which vendor you choose to hire. To initiate curbside service, you simply need to contact a hauler directly and request a standard trash cart.
Cart Requirements and Curbside Rules
To keep neighborhoods looking tidy and ensure efficient collections, private haulers mandate specific cart placement protocols. Your provided garbage bin should be rolled out to the edge of the street no later than 6:00 a.m. on the day of your scheduled service. Make sure the container is facing forward, with the lid opening directed towards the road so the automated truck arm can grasp it smoothly. It is equally important to leave at least a three-foot perimeter of clear space around the bin, keeping it well away from mailboxes, trees, and parked cars. Overfilled bins with unclosed lids run the risk of being skipped to prevent roadside litter.
Commingled Recycling Essentials
Participating in curbside recycling is one of the easiest ways to support environmental sustainability in Byron. Most licensed trash providers offer a dedicated cart for single-stream recycling for a nominal addition to your monthly or quarterly bill. Under this commingled system, you do not need to separate your materials. Clean cardboard, paper, aluminum cans, and rinsed plastic bottles can all be mixed together. However, you must keep contamination out of the stream; never place plastic shopping bags, styrofoam, or food-soiled items like greasy pizza boxes into your recycling container.
Scheduling a Bulk Refuse Pickup
Standard household waste carts are not designed to accommodate oversized furniture, appliances, or large volumes of basement cleanout debris. If you are replacing an old mattress or discarding a broken washing machine, you cannot simply leave it next to your regular trash on collection day. You must contact your specific sanitation provider ahead of time to pre-arrange a bulk item collection. Depending on your service tier, your hauler may charge an extra fee for this specialized dispatch. Certain items, such as freon-containing refrigerators or heavy construction materials, may require a roll-off dumpster rental rather than a curbside pickup.
Managing Yard Debris and Leaves
Byron residents looking to dispose of grass clippings, fallen branches, and autumn leaves must follow state regulations regarding organic waste. Yard debris cannot be thrown into your standard garbage cart and is strictly prohibited from entering local landfills. Many private haulers offer optional seasonal yard waste collection packages during the spring, summer, and fall. If you subscribe to this service, organic matter must be placed in compostable paper bags or clearly labeled rigid bins. Alternatively, homeowners can utilize local composting sites or regional drop-off centers for a small environmental fee.
Service Delays Due to Holidays
Trash haulers in the Byron area generally observe major federal holidays, which typically include New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. When one of these recognized holidays falls on a Monday through Friday, all subsequent collections for the remainder of that week are usually delayed by exactly 24 hours. Normal routing schedules will automatically resume at the start of the following week. Always check your specific provider's website or app for exact holiday calendars.
Drop-off Facilities
Shiawassee County Health Department (Hazardous Waste Events)
Check county schedule for rotating event locations (e.g., Owosso or Corunna)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Byron have a city-run trash collection service?
No. Byron operates on an open-market system, meaning residents must independently hire a private sanitation company to manage their weekly household waste and recycling.
What time does my garbage need to be at the curb?
It is universally recommended by local private haulers to have your trash and recycling carts positioned at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated collection morning.
How do I get rid of an old mattress or large appliance?
You must call your specific waste provider to schedule a bulk item pickup in advance, as oversized items cannot be accommodated during standard weekly automated routes.