Refuse and recycling carts at the curb
Streets & Urban Forestry

  1. Drop-off Sites Closed on July 4, 2026; No Changes for Trash & Recycling Schedule

    Drop-off sites closed on Saturday, 7/4/26 for the 4th of July holiday. 

    Sites reopen on Monday, July 6. 

    No changes to curbside collection schedules.

  2. Recycling Survey

    Help us help you recycle better by taking our recycling survey.

    And, maybe test your recycling knowledge with our brief recycling quiz.

Oak Trees Work Permit (April 1 - October 15)

By ordinance (MGO 23.40(7)), a permit is required to work on any oak within the City of Madison between April 1 and October 15.

This includes private property property trees.

The permit is free. 

Contact the Urban Forestry office to begin the process.

Permits are issued on an emergency basis.

A bid for a consultation from a private arborist must be obtained as well.

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