Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Roseville
Trash Day
Curbside collection runs weekly, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Weekly on your designated trash collection day.
Yard Waste
Weekly on your regular collection day from early April through the first week of December.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside refuse, recycling, and yard waste services are contracted citywide through Priority Waste, while municipal water and sewer utilities are billed on a quarterly basis.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, In-Person
City-provided 96-gallon cart (Typically Blue/Black) Bin (Trash)
All trash must be placed inside the official 96-gallon cart provided by the city. Loose bags on the ground are strictly prohibited by city ordinance.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Tightly bagged refuse
City-provided cart (Typically distinct lid or color) Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be placed loosely in the recycling cart. Do not bag recyclables in plastic grocery bags, as they jam the sorting machinery.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and boxboard
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Empty metal cans (aluminum and tin)
- ✓Magazines and mixed paper
- ✓Aerosol cans (empty)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Soiled pizza boxes
- ✕Pyrex or ceramic
- ✕Metal or plastic hangers
- ✕Plastic silverware
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in approved 30-gallon brown Kraft paper compost bags (max 60 lbs) or 32-35 gallon clearly labeled yard waste containers. Plastic bags are never accepted.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches and twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (One item per week)
Placement
Place the bulk item out after 6:00 PM the night before, but before 7:00 AM on collection day. If you have a large, heavy, or metal item like an appliance, you must call Priority Waste at 855-927-8365 the day before to schedule.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattress and box spring
- ✓ Couches
- ✓ Dinette sets
- ✓ Large appliances (refrigerators, stoves, washers)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Large amounts of construction debris
- ✕ Unbundled scrap wood
- ✕ Heavy automotive parts
- ✕ Hazardous liquids
One bulk item per week is included in your standard municipal service at no extra charge, provided you adhere to the rules and call ahead for metal/appliances.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled service day falls on or after an observed holiday during the work week, your service day will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week (e.g., Friday service moves to Saturday).
Yard Waste Exception
Holiday delays apply to all Priority Waste services, including the seasonal yard waste collection between March and December.
If the holiday falls on a weekend, the standard Monday through Friday collection schedule remains unaffected.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Pizza Box Policies
Priority Waste in Roseville strictly prohibits soiled pizza boxes in the recycling cart. If the box is contaminated with grease, cheese, or food residue, it belongs in your 96-gallon trash cart.
Keep Hangers Out of the Recycling
Whether they are made of metal wire or plastic, clothing hangers are not accepted in Roseville's single-stream recycling program. They act as tanglers and can severely damage the Materials Recovery Facility machinery.
No Plastic Film or Cups
Common plastic items like disposable party cups, bubble wrap packing materials, and all forms of plastic bags (including Ziploc storage bags) must go into the garbage, not the recycling bin.
Seasonal Information
Spring/Summer
March 30 - December 4The seasonal compost and yard waste pickup program actively runs from the end of March through the beginning of December. Utilize Kraft paper bags or labeled cans only.
Winter
December 26 - January 15Priority Waste provides a dedicated window for live Christmas tree disposal. Trees will be picked up curbside starting the day after Christmas through the middle of January.
All Seasons
Year-roundHarsh Michigan weather can sometimes delay routes. If a significant snowstorm or severe weather event occurs, Priority Waste will generally shift collections back by one day.
About Roseville Waste Management
Roseville's Standardized Cart Program
The City of Roseville ensures uniform and clean neighborhoods by providing each residential address with a dedicated 96-gallon trash container for weekly collection. Priority Waste, the city's contracted hauler, operates automated collection trucks that require the use of these specific carts. If your household consistently generates more waste than one cart can hold, you must purchase an additional authorized container directly through Priority Waste's customer service.
Strict Set-Out Timeframe Ordinance
Roseville enforces a strict local ordinance regarding when trash, recycling, compost, and bulk items can be placed at the curb. To prevent neighborhood blight and deter pests, residents are only permitted to place items out after 6:00 PM on the evening preceding their scheduled collection day. All carts and bags must be at the curb by 7:00 AM on the day of pickup to guarantee service by Priority Waste drivers.
Prohibition of Loose Bags and Improper Containers
A unique enforcement rule in Roseville is the outright prohibition of loose bags, random boxes, or non-compliant trash cans placed at the curb. Aside from the official 96-gallon cart, Priority Waste will not pick up loose garbage bags resting on the ground. The only exception to the box rule is large, empty appliance boxes (such as those for refrigerators or stoves), which can be set out directly.
Handling Minor Construction Materials
While many municipalities strictly ban all construction debris from residential routes, Roseville offers a slight allowance. Priority Waste will collect one small item from a do-it-yourself home remodeling project per week. This item must not exceed 60 pounds in weight, 4 feet in length, or 18 inches in diameter. Scrap wood is permitted but must be securely bundled with no sharp nails or screws protruding to protect the sanitation workers.
Drop-off Facilities
J. Fons Co. Transfer Station (Priority Waste)
Refer to Priority Waste for location details
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I leave extra trash bags on the ground next to my cart in Roseville?
No. Roseville city ordinance strictly prohibits loose bags or improper containers at the curb. All household trash must fit inside the provided 96-gallon Priority Waste container.
How do I throw away an old couch or refrigerator?
You can throw away one bulk item per week on your regular trash day. If the item is large, heavy, or made of metal (like an appliance), you must call Priority Waste at 855-927-8365 the day prior to notify them.
When can I put my trash and recycling out by the curb?
According to the local ordinance, you cannot place your carts or bulk items at the curb before 6:00 PM on the evening before your scheduled pickup. Everything must be out by 7:00 AM on collection day.
Does Roseville accept grass clippings and yard waste?
Yes, seasonal compost collection runs from late March through early December. Yard waste must be placed in 30-gallon Kraft paper bags or 32-35 gallon cans clearly labeled for yard waste. Plastic bags are never accepted.