Official information used
City recycling directoryItem-by-item recycling and disposal instructions.City curbside recycling guideWhat belongs in the blue cart and how to prepare it.City drop-off centersLocations, hours, accepted material, resident requirements, and fees.City bulky-item pickupCollection limits, requests, and current charges.MMSD Home HazMat collectionHousehold hazardous-waste sites, hours, limits, and accepted materials.City medication disposalMedication drop boxes and mail-back options.Wisconsin DNR household sharpsSafe containers and registered sharps collection stations.City brush collectionSeasonal brush pickup rules and requests.City fall leaf collectionCurrent leaf and garden-waste collection options.City collection scheduleAddress lookup for garbage and recycling collection dates.
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Scope
These answers cover residential disposal in the City of Milwaukee. Nearby municipalities, businesses, contractors, and institutional waste may follow different programs.