Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Westlake
Trash Day
Trash is collected once per week, Monday through Friday, depending on your street route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected weekly on the same day as regular trash.
Yard Waste
Yard waste (grass and leaves) is collected weekly on your regular collection day by Rumpke; brush and branch collection is serviced weekly on your collection day by the City Service Department.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day (or after 6:00 PM the evening before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
City sewer utility fees are billed quarterly at a flat rate, while curbside rubbish and recycling collection is contracted citywide with Rumpke.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, In-Person
Resident's Choice / Rumpke Cart Bin (Trash)
Trash must be bagged and placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated collection day. Cans and bags must observe Rumpke's weight limits.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household solid waste
- ✓Food wrappers and non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam
Green (Rumpke 65-Gallon Cart) Bin (Recycling)
Items must be placed loose (unbagged) in the provided 65-gallon recycling cart. Cardboard boxes must be flattened.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum cups and metal cans
- ✓Milk and juice cartons
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Cardboard and clean paper
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Clear plastic clamshells (berry/egg containers)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Straws and stoppers
- ✕Colored plastic party cups (Solo cups)
- ✕Food-encrusted paper
Yard Waste Bin
Bagged yard waste (grass, weeds, leaves) is collected by Rumpke. Brush and branches must be bundled under 4 ft long, tied with twine, and weigh less than 50 lbs for city collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Weeds and flowers
- ✓Leaves and acorns
- ✓Brush and tree limbs (City Service Dept.)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your regular collection day
Placement
Place bulk items out by 6:00 a.m. Ensure mattresses and upholstered items are wrapped in plastic per general hauler guidelines.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Box springs
- ✓ Couches and recliners
- ✓ Household furniture
- ✓ Large broken appliances
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Commercial construction debris
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Wet paint
Bulk pickup is included for residents, but you must call Rumpke at (800) 828-8171 at least 24 hours in advance to schedule the truck.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on or before your normal collection day, both recycling and rubbish pickups will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Bagged yard waste and bulk collection follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash.
If the holiday falls on a weekend, your weekday collection schedule typically remains unchanged.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn
Mid-October to DecemberThe City of Westlake Service Department operates fall leaf collection vacuum trucks. Rake leaves to the tree lawn (not into the street) and keep them free of branches and grass cuttings.
Spring
April to MayDuring the Spring Yard Clean-Up season, the city continues dedicated leaf vacuuming on residential tree lawns. Check the city's 'Daily Leaf Update' portal to see which routes are active.
Year-Round
January to DecemberIf you miss the city's specialized leaf collection windows, you can always bag your leaves (ensuring they weigh less than 50 lbs) and place them at the curb for Rumpke's normal weekly rubbish pickup.
Local Tips & Community Info
City of Westlake Automated Refuse Program
The Service Department orchestrates weekly garbage removal utilizing an advanced automated fleet. Every home is equipped with heavy-duty wheeled carts—typically a dark one for general rubbish and a blue one for recyclables. These municipal containers are required for all curbside service. Personal cans will be ignored by the automated lifting arms, as the mechanical equipment is specifically calibrated for the city-issued bins.
Strict Curbside Placement Guidelines
To ensure a smooth route for the drivers, carts must be wheeled to your driveway apron no later than 6:30 a.m. on your designated pickup day. However, city ordinances prohibit leaving them out indefinitely; you cannot place them at the street before 5:00 p.m. the day prior. Ensure the lids open toward the road, and maintain a strict three-foot radius around each bin so the mechanical arm can safely grasp the container without clipping a mailbox or parked vehicle.
What Goes in the Blue Recycling Cart?
Westlake's recycling initiative aims to divert substantial volume from local landfills. Your blue cart is strictly for unbagged, clean recyclables. Acceptable materials include flattened cardboard, paper, glass bottles, aluminum cans, and rigid plastic jugs. The most critical rule is to leave these items loose. Plastic grocery bags severely jam the processing facility's machinery and will cause your entire cart to be rejected by the inspection crews.
Yard Debris and Kraft Paper Bags
Keeping Westlake beautiful requires proper handling of landscaping debris. Grass clippings and leaves will not be picked up if placed in plastic bags. Instead, you must use biodegradable brown kraft paper bags. For branch trimmings, cut the wood into manageable lengths of less than four feet, tie them securely with twine, and neatly stack them next to your carts on your normal refuse day.
Ranney Parkway Drop-Off Facility
Certain hazardous or electronic items simply cannot go out on the curb. Fortunately, the Westlake Service Center, located on Ranney Parkway, offers a comprehensive drop-off program. Residents can safely dispose of old computer monitors, televisions, scrap metal, and household hazardous waste during specific community collection events held throughout the calendar year. Proof of residency is required upon entry.
Holiday Schedule Disruptions
The standard pickup calendar is only altered by six major national holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If one of these observances falls on a weekday before your normal collection, your service shifts back by exactly one day for that specific week. Friday routes will consequently be serviced on Saturday during a holiday week.
Drop-off Facilities
Rumpke Harvard Road Transfer Station
3227 Harvard Road, Newburgh Heights, OH 44105
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I request an additional rubbish or recycling cart?
Yes, if your household consistently generates more waste than a single cart can hold, you can purchase an additional bin by contacting the Westlake Service Department directly. An annual fee may apply.
How do I throw away a large couch or refrigerator?
Bulk items are collected on your regular rubbish day. Freon must be professionally removed from refrigerators before pickup. Upholstered items like couches and mattresses must be completely wrapped in plastic.
What should I do if the truck skipped my house?
If you had your carts out by 6:30 a.m. and they were missed, contact the Westlake Service Department at 440-835-6432 before the end of the next business day to request a recovery route.