As autumn sets in, Bedford’s streets begin to fill with falling leaves. While the season brings beautiful scenery, it also brings the need for timely leaf removal. Here’s what residents should know to help the city’s crews work efficiently and keep neighborhoods clean.

When It Begins

Bedford’s leaf collection program typically begins around the third week of October and continues until all leaves are collected. The city performs this service only in the fall—there is no spring leaf pickup.

Residents do not need to call to schedule pickup. Crews make continuous rounds through each of the city’s four sections until the job is complete.

How to Prepare Your Leaves

  • Rake leaves to the tree lawn, not into the street. Leaves in the street can clog storm drains and create flooding.
  • Do not mix sticks, branches, or other yard waste with your leaf piles. These items damage city equipment and delay collection.
  • Avoid parking over leaf piles. If a vehicle is blocking access, crews may have to skip the area.

What About Branches?

The city’s final brush and branch collection of the season is typically scheduled for the first week of October. Residents must call the Service Department at 440-735-6583 in advance to be added to the list.

Branches should be placed on the tree lawn, with the cut ends facing the street, and must be under 10 inches in diameter.

For more details and updated schedules, visit the city’s official website: www.bedfordoh.gov