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October 21, 2025

The leaves are fallin', here's what to do with them

We can't be-leaf it's already mid-October! After a windy start to the week, you might be wondering what to do with all the leaves that have fallen. Cleaning up leaves keeps them out of storm drains, protecting our water and preventing build-up.

The City of Louisville offers several options to dispose of your leaves.

Drop-Off Site (Louisville Sports Complex)

Louisville residents can easily drop off their leaves at our designated location where we will use them for compost. You may be asked to show proof of residency at the drop-off site.

Location and Schedule

• Where: Louisville Sports Complex, 1200 Courtesy Road(off State Highway 42)
• When: October 20 through November 23, open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (dates are approximate).

Drop-Off Guidelines

• Accepted materials: Only leaves and grass clippings are allowed. Please, no trash, branches, or plastic garbage bags.
• If you collect leaves in bags (paper OR plastic), remember to empty the leaves from the bags at the drop-off area. Garbage bag disposal is available onsite.

Compost Bins

You can use your Republic Services compost bin to dispose of leaves. If you need more space, upgrading to a 96-gallon bin is included in your monthly service. Simply toss your leaves into the compost bin, and Republic Services will handle the rest.

Curbside Pickup Events

Republic Services will pickup up to twenty (20) Kraft paper bags and an unlimited number of bundles of shrubbery and tree limbs cut to 4’ length, no more than 18” in diameter, and tied with twine or rope on specified dates. There is still one more curbside pickup event on Saturday, October 25 for all residents serviced on Thursday and Friday. Please have items out by 7 a.m. in the street/gutter area.

Mulching

Consider using a mulching lawn mower! It’s a great way to add nutrients back into your lawn and saves you the hassle of collecting leaves.

Important Reminder

Please do not rake leaves into the street or gutters, as this can block storm sewers and cause flooding. Leaves are also not accepted at the Branch Drop-Off Site.

Why should you dispose of leaves?

When leaves are left to accumulate on streets and sidewalks, they can wash into storm drains and eventually make their way into our waterways. This can cause buildup and add excess nutrients to our local streams and lakes, which can be harmful to fish and wildlife. By properly disposing of your leaves, you're helping keep our water clean and our aquatic ecosystems safe!

For updated schedule and information about disposal of other yard waste, visit our Leaf & Branch Drop-Off Information page.