Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Marysville
Trash Day
Trash is collected weekly, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Collected weekly on the same day as regular trash pickup.
Yard Waste
Collected weekly on your regular trash collection day.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash, recycling, yard waste, water, sewer, and stormwater charges are all consolidated into one monthly city utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
A senior discount on refuse collection rates is available for residents age 65 and older upon submitting an application with proof of age.
Green Toter Bin (Trash)
Place at the curb by 6:00 a.m. with the lid completely closed. Do not overfill or place bags on top. Keep wheels within 1 foot of the curb and the handle facing the house.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household refuse
- ✓Bagged loose items
- ✓Animal waste (must be bagged)
Blue Toter Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be placed loosely in the blue toter without bags. Up to three blue toters are permitted per residence for free.
Accepted Items
- ✓Paper products
- ✓Flattened cardboard (smaller than 2x2 feet)
- ✓Rinsed metal and glass food/beverage containers
- ✓#1 and #2 plastics (rinsed)
Do NOT Include
- ✕#3 through #7 plastics
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Automotive parts
- ✕Plastic bags
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in biodegradable paper bags (max 50 lbs). Bundled brush must use string or tape (no wire). Rigid cans or plastic bags are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves and weeds
- ✓Plants and mulch
- ✓Brush and tree limbs (under 4 feet, bundled)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your normally scheduled trash/recycling pickup day
Placement
Place bulk piles at the curb by 6:00 a.m. Loose items (clothing, toys) must be bagged. Bundled lumber must have nails removed, be under 4 feet long, and weigh less than 40 pounds.
Accepted
- ✓ Wrapped mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Furniture, couches, and TVs
- ✓ Appliances (refrigerant legally removed)
- ✓ Rugs/carpets (rolled/tied under 6 ft and 40 lbs)
- ✓ Small bundles of shingles
- ✓ Dry, intact boxes under 40 lbs
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (oil, paint, chemicals)
- ✕ Commercial construction/building materials
- ✕ Major auto components or batteries
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Concrete
Bulk collection is included in the flat rate monthly utility bill; no additional scheduling, phone calls, or sticker fees are required.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
For refuse and recycling handled by Republic Services, if a holiday falls on a weekday, collections for that day and the rest of the week are delayed by one day (Friday routes will be collected on Saturday).
Yard Waste Exception
The City Sanitation Division manages yard waste and observes additional holidays including MLK Jr. Day, President's Day, Good Friday, Juneteenth, Veteran's Day, and the Friday after Thanksgiving.
On Friday holiday delay weeks, all refuse and bulk items should be placed at the curb by Saturday at 4:00 a.m. to ensure pickup.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn
Mid-October - DecemberThe city operates leaf vacuums from mid-October through December 31st. Residents should rake leaves to the curb edge (not in the street) by 6:00 a.m. on Mondays. After December 31st, all leaves must be bagged in paper bags.
Winter
JanuaryLive Christmas tree collection is provided on your normal trash day. Ensure all lights, ornaments, and stands are completely removed. Trees should never be wrapped or placed inside a plastic bag.
Spring and Summer
January - Mid-OctoberDuring standard brush collection months, tree limbs shorter than 4 feet must be tied with string or tape (never metal wire), with a maximum bundle diameter of 12 inches. Limits apply of up to one truckload per billing address.
Local Tips & Community Info
Marysville Residential Waste Logistics
Through a municipal agreement with Republic Services, the City of Marysville delivers dependable weekly garbage collection to local neighborhoods. Each household receives standard wheeled receptacles specifically designed for automated lifting. To guarantee a successful pickup, residents must wheel their containers to the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on their assigned route day. All everyday domestic refuse should be bagged tightly to prevent litter before being placed into the primary trash cart.
Strategic Cart Spacing and Placement
The automated mechanical arms on the collection trucks require adequate room to operate efficiently. Homeowners must leave a minimum buffer of three feet around every cart, ensuring they are entirely clear of fire hydrants, parked vehicles, and mailbox posts. The metal lifting bar must face the street. Once the trucks have emptied the containers, city ordinances require that all receptacles be removed from the public right-of-way by the evening of collection day.
Navigating the Recycling Program
Marysville strongly encourages diverting reusable materials from the landfill. The provided recycling cart is intended strictly for loose, unbagged items. Acceptable goods include clean plastic jugs, glass bottles, aluminum cans, and flattened cardboard boxes. Tanglers, such as plastic grocery bags, garden hoses, or wire hangers, are strictly prohibited, as they cause severe mechanical failures at the regional sorting facility.
The Rose Street Yard Waste Drop-Off
For organic landscaping debris, Marysville operates an exclusive Yard Waste Drop-Off Facility located on Rose Street. Rather than mixing grass clippings and garden waste into normal trash, city residents can bring these materials directly to this site. Access is heavily restricted to those living within the corporation limits, so visitors must present a valid ID or a recent utility statement upon entry to verify their address.
Brush Chipping and Fall Leaf Collection
Beyond the drop-off site, the city’s Public Service Department orchestrates specialized seasonal programs. During the autumn months, municipal crews deploy vacuum trucks to collect leaves raked to the edge of the street. Furthermore, the city offers a scheduled brush chipping service for larger tree limbs. Branches must be neatly stacked with the cut ends facing the road, ensuring they do not block sidewalks or storm drains.
Holiday Route Adjustments
Refuse schedules occasionally shift to accommodate federal holidays, including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday prior to your standard collection, your pickup will be postponed by 24 hours. Friday routes will subsequently be completed on Saturday.
Drop-off Facilities
Union County Recyclers
15140 E St Rte 36, Marysville, OH 43040
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I dispose of bulk items like a mattress or sofa?
Bulk item disposal must be scheduled in advance. Marysville residents must contact Republic Services directly to arrange a special pickup for oversized furniture or appliances, which may require an additional fee.
What are the hours for the Rose Street yard waste facility?
The Rose Street facility's hours change seasonally, but it is typically open on specific weekdays and Saturday mornings from spring through late autumn. Always check the official Marysville Public Service webpage for current hours.
Who should I call if my garbage cart was missed?
If you had your bins out by 6:00 a.m. and they were not serviced, call Republic Services immediately to report the missed stop and request a recovery truck.