Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Massillon
Trash Day
Trash collection operates Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood route and private hauler. The City of Massillon maintains a contracted rate program with Kimble Company, though residents may also subscribe to other licensed private haulers.
Recycling
Curbside recycling is picked up on the same day as trash collection through participating haulers. Residents can also bring recyclables to the City of Massillon Recycling Center at 401 Walnut Road SW (Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM).
Yard Waste
Curbside yard waste collection is offered seasonally through private haulers. Residents can also drop off yard waste free of charge with proof of residency at the City Garage (401 Walnut Rd SW) from April 1 through December 1.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash collection is billed directly by private haulers (such as Kimble on a quarterly basis). City sewer service is billed separately by the City of Massillon every quarter on a flat-rate basis.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Check, Money Order, Mail
Dark Green Bin (Trash)
All trash should be bagged before being placed in the Kimble cart to prevent littering. Carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on collection day with the lid opening facing the street.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household refuse
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged pet waste
Bright Green Bin (Recycling)
Items must be placed loosely in the cart, not bagged. Ensure all containers are lightly rinsed and free of food residue.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard (flattened)
- ✓Paper and junk mail
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic jugs and bottles (lids attached)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Glass windows or mirrors
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords)
Yard Waste Bin
Branches must be cut to lengths of 4 feet or less and tied into bundles. Loose yard waste should be placed in biodegradable paper bags or clearly marked personal containers.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches (under 2 inches thick)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly
Placement
Place the item at the curb by 6:00 AM on your standard collection day, keeping it at least 3 feet away from your carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and chairs
- ✓ Tables
- ✓ Mattresses (must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Non-freon appliances
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions and electronics
- ✕ Refrigerators or freezers (unless Freon is professionally removed and tagged)
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste
The weekly one-item bulk pickup is included in standard residential fees. Excess bulk items may require calling Kimble to arrange a special pickup for an additional fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, trash and recycling pickup for that day and all subsequent days of the week will be delayed by one day. Friday collections will occur on Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste follows the same holiday delay schedule as regular trash.
If a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no change to the weekday collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - FebruaryHeavy Lake Effect snow can occasionally delay collection. If roads in Massillon are impassable, Kimble will typically delay service by one day. Keep carts clear of snowbanks so automated arms can reach them.
Autumn
October - NovemberThe City of Massillon generally provides a seasonal leaf collection program. Rake leaves to the curb (not into the street) according to the zone schedule published by the Street Department.
Spring
April - MaySpring cleaning often results in extra trash. Remember you are allowed one bulk item per week. If you have a massive clean-out, consider renting a roll-off dumpster directly from Kimble.
Local Tips & Community Info
Curbside Collection Blueprint for Massillon
Homeowners in the 'City of Champions' are provided with comprehensive waste removal services through an exclusive municipal contract with Kimble Companies. To maintain uniformity and cleanliness across neighborhoods, every residential address is equipped with heavy-duty wheeled carts specifically engineered for automated lifting. You are required to place all standard domestic refuse inside your designated garbage cart, ensuring the lid can completely close. Using personal trash cans or loose bags left on the ground is prohibited, as the collection trucks rely entirely on mechanical arms to hoist and empty the bins.
Timings and Cart Logistics
Adhering to strict placement timelines is essential for uninterrupted service. Massillon residents must position their carts at the edge of the driveway apron by 6:00 a.m. on their scheduled collection day. However, to prevent unsightly streetscapes, local ordinances dictate that bins should not be pushed out before dusk on the preceding evening. When lining up your carts, you must leave a mandatory three-foot clearance around each container. This spatial buffer guarantees the truck's automated grabber can securely hook the bin without accidentally tipping over your recycling cart or scraping a nearby parked car.
Recycling Best Practices
Environmental sustainability is highly prioritized in Massillon through a robust single-stream recycling initiative. Your secondary cart is explicitly reserved for recyclable goods such as flattened corrugated cardboard, aluminum beverage cans, glass jars, and rigid plastic containers. A critical rule to remember is that all materials must be tossed into the cart loosely. Bagging your recyclables in plastic grocery sacks is strictly forbidden, as those thin plastics wrap around the gears of the recycling facility's sorting machines, leading to costly equipment breakdowns and rejected truckloads.
Tackling Large Furniture and Appliances
Disposing of substantial household items does not require an expensive trip to the landfill. The city's sanitation agreement allows residents to discard one bulky item per week alongside their standard refuse carts at no supplemental charge. Acceptable bulk items include wooden desks, broken washing machines, and rolled carpeting. However, strict sanitary precautions apply to any bedding or seating. Mattresses, box springs, and upholstered sofas must be entirely wrapped and sealed in heavy-duty plastic sheeting; otherwise, Kimble personnel will leave the items on the curb to prevent the spread of pests.
Yard Clippings and Organic Debris
During the growing season, yard maintenance waste can easily be integrated into your weekly pickup routine, provided it is prepared correctly. Loose leaves, grass clippings, and small twigs must be packed into biodegradable brown paper yard bags. Plastic trash bags cannot be used for organic debris. If you are pruning shrubs or small trees, the branches must be cut down to lengths of four feet or less, bundled tightly with natural twine, and placed neatly beside your paper bags so the sanitation workers can swiftly toss them into the hopper.
Holiday Collection Shifts
Your regular disposal routine will occasionally be modified to accommodate major national holidays. Kimble observes six primary dates: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. When any of these federal holidays lands on a weekday, all subsequent collection routes for that specific week are pushed back by exactly 24 hours. Friday pickups will consequently occur on Saturday. Normal schedules immediately resume the following Monday.
Drop-off Facilities
Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Joint Solid Waste Management District
9918 Wilkshire Blvd NE, Bolivar, OH 44612
Materials Accepted
Massillon Street Department (Yard Waste)
401 Walnut Rd SW, Massillon, OH 44647
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the procedure for replacing a cracked garbage cart?
If your city-issued cart is severely damaged, missing a wheel, or stolen, you must contact Kimble Companies directly at their customer service hotline to request a free repair or a replacement bin delivery.
How do I safely get rid of old paint and motor oil?
Liquid hazardous waste cannot be collected curbside. Massillon residents must utilize the Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Joint Solid Waste Management District drop-off events to legally and safely dispose of toxic chemicals and automotive fluids.
Why did the collection truck leave my garbage bin full today?
Carts are typically bypassed if they are placed too close to obstacles, if they are overflowing with the lid open, or if they contain prohibited materials like heavy construction debris, soil, or hot ashes.