City of Mount Vernon to begin citywide leaft pickup November 3rd

The City of Mount Vernon will begin citywide leaf pickup on Monday, November 3,  2025. We will have three machines operating this season. The machines will pick up  all of the main streets first, then proceed to the side streets and outlying areas. We  will make two complete passes through the City during the month of November.  Exact dates machines will be in areas are not predictable; we encourage citizens to  have their leaves raked as soon as possible. 

Note: Citizens may see machines out testing before November 3^rd. 

We emphasize that leaves should be raked to the curb, but NOT OUT INTO THE  STREET. RAKING LEAVES INTO THE STREET RESULTS IN CLOGGING  STORM SEWERS. Additionally, DO NOT rake leaves around trees, fire hydrants,  sign posts, mailboxes, or close to intersections.  

Residents may also utilize the Knox County Yard Waste and Compost Facility (7425  Thayer Road Mount Vernon, OH 43050) to drop off loose leaves; they are open 7  days a week. Remember, the drop off area is for loose leaves only. All bags or  other containers must be removed from the area after they are emptied.  

If you have any questions, please call the Street Department at 740-393-9501.