Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Wyandotte
Trash Day
Trash is collected Monday through Thursday based on city wards (Ward 1 on Monday, Ward 2 on Tuesday, Ward 3 on Wednesday, and Ward 4 on Thursday).
Recycling
Every other week on your designated trash collection day (requires a paid subscription through Priority Waste) or drop off free of charge at the Wyandotte Recycling Center.
Yard Waste
Weekly on your regular collection day from mid-April through mid-October via paid seasonal subscription; loose leaf pickup occurs citywide in late autumn.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Basic household trash collection is automatically established when you set up your municipal water and sewer utility account, while curbside recycling and yard waste are optional subscription services.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person, Drop Box
Pro Tip / Discount
Wyandotte CARES provides utility assistance for qualifying low-income residential customers facing financial hardship.
Customer Provided (Any Color) Bin (Trash)
Must use your own container, max 32 gallons and max 60 lbs. Must have a watertight, fly-proof cover. Place out after 6:00 PM the day before, and no later than 5:00 AM on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Used syringes (ONLY if sealed in a puncture-proof plastic laundry bottle)
96-Gallon Cart Provided Upon Subscription Bin (Recycling)
Requires a paid subscription (billed quarterly). The provided 96-gallon cart is collected every other week on your standard trash day. Items must be loose inside.
Accepted Items
- ✓Newspaper, ad inserts, and junk mail
- ✓Cardboard and boxboard (cereal boxes, pop cases)
- ✓Clear glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic containers #1 through #7
- ✓Tin, aluminum, and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Colored glass
- ✕Medical waste
- ✕Styrofoam
Yard Waste Bin
Requires a paid annual subscription. Must be in a 32-gallon rigid container with a city-issued sticker. Max 50 lbs. Brown paper bags, dirt, stone, and pet waste are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Twigs and small brush
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Garden debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly
Placement
Place items at the curb no earlier than 6:00 PM the night before collection and no later than 5:00 AM on your collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Wrapped mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Furniture (couches, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Appliances (Freon must have a certified sticker)
- ✓ General large household debris
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste and liquid chemicals
- ✕ Unwrapped mattresses
- ✕ Commercial construction materials
- ✕ Automotive parts
Bulk pickup is free and unlimited, except for items containing Freon (refrigerators, dehumidifiers). These require a $15 certified sticker purchased at City Hall or the DPS before they can be collected.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled service day falls on or after an observed holiday during the week, collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Since the yard waste program runs exclusively from April to October, winter holiday delays only apply to household trash and subscribed recycling routes.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, your standard collection schedule will remain unaffected.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - MayThe subscription curbside yard waste program kicks off annually in mid-April. Ensure you have prepaid your subscription and affixed your two new city-issued stickers to your 32-gallon containers.
Autumn
OctoberThe yard waste subscription ends early in Wyandotte, concluding by mid-October. Ensure your final fall garden cleanups are completed and set out in rigid containers before this strict deadline.
Winter
December - FebruaryThe Department of Public Service (DPS) handles Christmas tree pickups from December 26 through February 1. Trees must be completely stripped of ornaments and tinsel to be collected.
Local Tips & Community Info
Wyandotte Residential Trash Collection Rules
The City of Wyandotte partners with Priority Waste to handle all residential garbage collection. A highly specific local ordinance dictates that all standard household refuse must be placed in a durable metal or plastic container no larger than 32 gallons. This strict size limitation is enforced to protect sanitation workers from injury, as large, oversized carts are unsafe to lift manually into the trucks. Cans must have tight-fitting, odor-proof lids, and the total weight cannot exceed 60 pounds per container. Cans over 32 gallons, or loose plastic bags sitting on the ground, will simply be left at the curb uncollected.
Curb Placement and Pickup Timing
To ensure your property is serviced on your designated route day, position your compliant 32-gallon containers at the curb no later than 5:00 AM on the day of collection. You may bring your items out as early as 6:00 PM the evening prior. Once the sanitation trucks have emptied your receptacles, you are required to remove the empty bins from the curb or alleyway by 8:00 PM that same day.
Subscription-Based Curbside Recycling & Drop-Off
Unlike some municipalities, Wyandotte does not include universal curbside recycling in its base trash program. However, residents who want curbside pickup can sign up for a bi-weekly subscription service directly through Priority Waste for an additional fee. Subscribers receive a large 96-gallon rolling cart specifically for clean recyclables like cardboard, plastics #1-7, and tin cans. Alternatively, residents can utilize the free Wyandotte Recycling Center drop-off location year-round, which features distinct summer and winter operating hours.
Managing Yard Waste and Compost
Similar to recycling, seasonal yard waste collection is managed via a voluntary subscription program running from mid-April through mid-October. Participating homeowners must use their own 32-gallon containers affixed with a special city 'yard waste' sticker. No plastic or paper compost bags are permitted for curbside pickup. Grass clippings, leaves, and small twigs can also be taken directly to the Recycling & Yard Waste Center by residents who prefer not to subscribe.
Disposing of Bulk Items and Appliances
Priority Waste allows Wyandotte households to place one large bulky item at the curb per week at no extra charge, provided it weighs less than 120 pounds. Acceptable items include couches, mattresses, and non-freon appliances. For safety, refrigerators and freezers must have their doors removed before being placed outside. If you need to dispose of an appliance containing Freon (like an old air conditioner), you must purchase a $15 special refuse sticker from the Department of Engineering and Building at City Hall before pickup.
Holiday Schedule Adjustments
Your regular trash day may shift slightly during holiday weeks. Priority Waste recognizes six major holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. If your scheduled pickup falls on or after one of these holidays, your garbage will be collected one day later than usual for that week only. Service returns to its normal rhythm the following Monday.
Drop-off Facilities
Wyandotte Recycling Drop-Off Center
4201 13th Street, Wyandotte, MI 48192 (DPS Yard)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Why didn't Priority Waste collect my large trash can?
Wyandotte has a strict ordinance prohibiting trash containers larger than 32 gallons to prevent worker injuries. Cans exceeding this volume or weighing more than 60 pounds will be rejected at the curb.
How do I participate in curbside recycling in Wyandotte?
Curbside recycling is a voluntary, fee-based subscription service. You must contact Priority Waste directly to enroll, and they will provide you with a 96-gallon cart for bi-weekly collection.
Can I throw away an old refrigerator with my normal trash?
Yes, as your one allowed weekly bulk item, but you must completely remove the doors first. If the unit still contains Freon, a $15 special sticker must be purchased from City Hall prior to disposal.