Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Grand Blanc
Trash Day
Every Monday
Recycling
Every other Monday
Yard Waste
Every Monday from April through November
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential garbage collection is billed every other month directly on your municipal water and sewer utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, In Person, Drop Box, Mail, Phone
Blue cart with matching lid Bin (Trash)
The City specifically requests that residents bag all trash to contain the waste inside the cart. This reduces the need for periodic cart cleaning and prevents windblown litter on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged refuse
Blue cart with green lid Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected every other week on your normal Monday trash day. All recyclables must be placed loosely in the green-lidded cart without being bagged.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Metal food and beverage cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Mixed paper, magazines, and mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Glass (confirm locally with Republic Services)
- ✕Food-soiled pizza boxes
- ✕Tanglers and cords
Yard Waste Bin
Branches tied and bundled in 4-foot lengths are picked up by Republic Services every week on trash day from April through November.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tied and bundled branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on regular collection day
Placement
Bulky items must be bundled in parcels not to exceed two (2) feet by four (4) feet in size and/or fifty (50) pounds in weight.
Accepted
- ✓ Small broken furniture
- ✓ Bundled carpet
- ✓ Large tied refuse parcels
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Liquid paint
- ✕ Large unbundled construction debris
Included in standard residential service if prepared to the exact size and weight dimensions.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Because regular trash collection for the City of Grand Blanc is on Mondays, holidays only delay service if they fall on a Monday (e.g., Memorial Day or Labor Day). When this occurs, trash is collected on Tuesday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard garbage collection during the active April through November season.
If a major holiday falls on a Tuesday through Sunday, your Monday pickup schedule remains completely unaffected.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
MayThe Spring Clean-Up Week takes place in early May. Place unbundled branches (4 inches in diameter or less) at the curb by Sunday evening for the DPW chipper.
Autumn
October - NovemberFall Clean-Up Week for branch chipping occurs in late October. In November, the City enacts its zoned leaf pickup schedule. Check the official city map to find your zone's exact vacuuming dates.
Summer
April - NovemberStandard yard waste and properly bundled 4-foot branch collection occurs weekly alongside your standard Monday trash collection throughout the growing season.
Local Tips & Community Info
Monday Curbside Collection and Bin Guidelines
For residents residing within the City of Grand Blanc, municipal refuse collection is routinely scheduled for every Monday. To ensure a smooth process for the sanitation crews, it is mandatory to have all of your household garbage securely bagged and positioned at the curb well before 7:00 a.m. on the morning of your service. Homeowners can use heavy-duty trash bags or rigid plastic containers, provided that no single bin or bag exceeds the 50-pound weight threshold. Ensuring your waste is properly sealed prevents litter from scattering across neighborhoods and deters local wildlife. If you utilize multiple containers, be sure to leave adequate space between them so the collection personnel can easily navigate and empty your items without delay.
Proper Preparation of Recyclable Materials
Grand Blanc actively encourages community recycling to minimize landfill dependence. You do not need to meticulously sort your recyclables, but they must be clean and free of food debris. Acceptable materials include rinsed plastic bottles (numbered 1 through 7 with caps removed), flattened corrugated cardboard, clean tin or aluminum cans, and empty glass jars. Newspapers and magazines should be bundled or placed inside a brown paper bag. It is strictly forbidden to put recyclables inside plastic grocery sacks, as these lightweight films entangle the sorting machinery at the processing center. Simply place your approved items directly into your designated recycling bin and set it out alongside your weekly Monday trash.
Bulk Waste and Prohibited Items
Occasionally, you may need to dispose of items that surpass the capacity of standard household bins. While Grand Blanc allows for the disposal of certain large objects, there are strict environmental regulations on what can be tossed into a standard garbage truck. Unacceptable materials include concrete, vehicle parts, wet paint, pesticides, car batteries, and any contractor-generated construction debris. Furthermore, appliances containing Freon—such as old refrigerators or dehumidifiers—will not be touched by sanitation workers unless they have been professionally drained and officially tagged. If you have unique bulk pickup needs or require guidance on disposing of hazardous materials, you should contact the municipal clerk’s office for specialized instructions.
Seasonal Compost and Yard Debris Rules
Maintaining your property during the warmer months generates a significant amount of organic debris. The city provides a dedicated yard waste and compost collection program that runs weekly from early April through the end of November. Grass clippings, leaves, and small plant trimmings must be packed into biodegradable brown yard waste bags. Alternatively, you can use a plastic 30-gallon container clearly marked with a large 'X' facing the street. Under no circumstances should plastic bags be used for yard debris. For those trimming trees, small branches can be tied into bundles that are no longer than four feet and less than two inches in diameter, provided the bundle stays under the 50-pound limit.
Holiday Delays and Missed Pickup Protocol
Major national holidays can occasionally interfere with the standard Monday collection route. The recognized holidays that impact waste services include New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. If one of these holidays falls directly on a Monday, the citywide refuse and recycling pickup will automatically shift to Tuesday. However, if a holiday lands on a weekend, your Monday schedule remains completely unaltered. Should you experience a missed pickup despite having your bins out by 7:00 a.m., it is important to contact the Public Works department or the authorized waste contractor immediately so the issue can be documented and resolved.
Drop-off Facilities
Genesee County Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Various locations via Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What day is regular trash collected in the City of Grand Blanc?
Regular trash and recycling collection for City of Grand Blanc residents occurs weekly on Mondays. Items must be placed at the curb before 7:00 a.m.
How should yard waste be disposed of?
Yard waste is collected weekly from April through November. It must be placed in brown paper yard waste bags or in 30-gallon plastic containers clearly marked with an 'X'. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited.
What happens if a holiday falls on a Monday?
If a recognized holiday like Memorial Day or Labor Day falls on a Monday, trash collection will be delayed by one day and picked up on Tuesday instead.