Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Macomb
Michigan residential pickups occur weekly. Please check your local township or city map for your exact neighborhood collection day.
State Mandate
Keep yard clippings out of landfills. Return deposit bottles separately.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and recycling services are contracted through Priority Waste and billed separately from municipal water and sewer utility bills.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone, Check
Pro Tip / Discount
Seniors (ages 60+) and military veterans are eligible for discounted rates by submitting an application to the Macomb Township Treasurer's Office.
Typically Green or Black (Varies by hauler legacy) Bin (Trash)
All trash must be securely bagged before being placed in the 95-gallon cart (max 200 lbs) or a personal 32-gallon container (max 60 lbs). Place carts 3-4 feet from mailboxes, trees, and vehicles by 7:00 AM on your service day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste and wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Textiles
Usually Blue or Green with Recycling Logo Bin (Recycling)
Clean, uncontaminated recyclables must be placed loosely together in the recycling bin by 7:00 AM on collection day. Do not put recyclables in plastic garbage bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics with codes 1-7
- ✓Clear and colored glass (remove lids)
- ✓Metal cans, pots, and pans
- ✓Paper, newspaper, phone books, and magazines
- ✓Cardboard (cut into 2'x 2' pieces and bundled)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Broken glass or window panes
- ✕Plastic shopping bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics and batteries
- ✕Hazardous chemicals
Yard Waste Bin
Place yard waste in biodegradable Kraft paper bags, a 32-gallon container with a yard waste sticker, or a designated 95-gallon yard waste cart. Pickups occur seasonally from April 1 to mid-December.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Garden debris
- ✓Brush and tree limbs (bundled, under 4 ft long, 18 inches in diameter, max 50 lbs)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your scheduled trash collection day
Placement
Set bulk items out by 7:00 AM on your collection day, ensuring they are placed at least 3 to 4 feet away from your standard carts, mailboxes, and trees.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (couches, chairs, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large household appliances (non-Freon)
- ✓ Bulky household goods
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, oil, solvents)
- ✕ Automotive parts and tires
- ✕ Construction and demolition materials
- ✕ Concrete and bricks
If you have exceptionally large piles or an entire house cleanout, you may need to rent a roll-off dumpster. Contact Priority Waste for special large-volume disposal quotes.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday on or before your scheduled service day, garbage, recycling, and yard waste pickups will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection experiences the exact same holiday delays as regular trash during its active season (April to mid-December).
Normal schedules immediately resume on the Monday following a holiday week.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring through Fall
April - DecemberWeekly curbside yard waste collection officially begins April 1st and concludes after the second full week in December. Make sure to have your compost bags and labeled bins at the curb by 7:00 AM on your normal trash day.
Winter
January - MarchYard waste collection is suspended during the winter months. During snow events, ensure your trash and recycling carts are placed clear of snowbanks and at least 3-4 feet away from the street edge to allow plows to pass safely.
Autumn
October - NovemberDuring peak leaf-fall season, yard waste limits apply to the size of branch bundles. Ensure any brush is tied with heavy twine, kept under 4 feet in length, and weighs no more than 50 pounds.
Local Tips & Community Info
Macomb Township Residential Waste Operations
Living in Macomb Township requires homeowners to follow specific municipal refuse guidelines to maintain the area's suburban appeal. The township currently contracts with Priority Waste to manage all weekly garbage collections. To guarantee your household refuse is picked up, your provided 95-gallon cart must be situated at the road's edge by 7:00 a.m. on your assigned neighborhood route day. Local ordinances strictly prohibit dragging your containers to the curb prior to 6:00 p.m. the evening before service. Additionally, all bins should be spaced a minimum of three feet apart, allowing the automated hydraulic truck arms to operate safely without damaging private property.
Single-Stream Recycling Directives
Environmental sustainability is a priority in the township, and the single-stream recycling program makes participation effortless. Residents are provided with a dedicated recycling cart where they can co-mingle clean cardboard, rinsed glass, metal cans, and acceptable plastics (typically numbered 1 through 7). The most critical rule is to avoid plastic film. Grocery bags, shrink wrap, and garbage bag liners are strictly banned from the recycling cart because they wrap around the gears at the processing facility, causing extensive mechanical failures.
The April-to-December Organic Compost Window
Managing seasonal lawn clippings and autumn leaves is handled through a dedicated yard waste program. Collections officially kick off in early April and conclude at the end of the second week in December. Residents must pack their organic yard debris into 30-gallon Kraft paper bags or utilize a standard 32-gallon plastic bin. If using a personal plastic bin, it must display an official Macomb Township 'Compost' bumper decal. These decals are generously provided free of charge at the Department of Public Works office. A strict 50-pound maximum weight limit applies to every bag, bin, or tied brush bundle.
Discarding Oversized Household Goods
Home renovations and furniture upgrades inevitably generate massive refuse. Fortunately, Macomb Township allows the disposal of bulky household items right alongside your standard weekly trash. Whether it is an old sofa, a broken dining chair, or a rolled-up section of carpeting, the contractor will haul it away. Carpeting must be cut into four-foot sections, securely taped, and weigh no more than 50 pounds per roll. For major appliances containing refrigerants, homeowners are legally required to hire a certified technician to extract the Freon and tag the appliance prior to setting it at the curb.
Route Delays and Inclement Weather Protocols
During intense Michigan blizzards, sanitation trucks may temporarily suspend operations to prioritize public safety. When these weather delays occur, routes are typically completed the following day. Similarly, six major national holidays—New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas—will alter the standard schedule. If a recognized holiday lands on a weekday, all collections scheduled for that day and the remainder of the week are pushed back by 24 hours, culminating with Friday routes being serviced on Saturday.
Drop-off Facilities
Macomb Township Offices (Shred/Electronic Waste Day Location)
54111 Broughton Road, Macomb, MI 48042
Materials Accepted
Pine Tree Acres Landfill (Waste Management)
36600 29 Mile Rd, Lenox, MI 48048
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the rules for disposing of old carpet in Macomb Township?
Carpeting must be cut down into sections no longer than four feet. These sections must be securely rolled, tied, and weigh under 50 pounds per bundle before being placed at the curb.
Where can I get a compost sticker for my yard waste bin?
Macomb Township residents can pick up free compost decals at the Department of Public Works building or the main Township Hall during regular business hours.
Will my garbage be picked up on the Fourth of July?
No. The Fourth of July is a recognized holiday. If it falls on a weekday, your collection and all subsequent collections for that week will be delayed by one day.