# Pennsylvania and Connecticut leaf collection programs

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pennsylvania-and-connecticut-leaf-collection-programs
> Updated: 2026-10-31T14:42:07.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Municipalities in the region have announced their 2026 seasonal leaf collection and recycling schedules.

The City of Reading scheduled its curbside loose-leaf collection to begin on October 12, with the season expected to conclude by December 4. The program includes specific guidelines for bagged leaves, which must be contained in biodegradable paper bags.

In Philadelphia, the Fall Leaf Recycling Program is set to run from November 2 through December 19, utilizing mechanical collection methods such as blowers and sweepers across various city sectors. Meanwhile, the Town of Greenwich scheduled its annual program to begin on November 9, weather permitting, with an expected conclusion in mid-December. Greenwich residents are required to use biodegradable bags and pile leaves near the street edge.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-31: Philadelphia and Greenwich announce 2026 leaf recycling programs

Philadelphia and Greenwich have scheduled their 2026 autumn leaf recycling programs, running from early November through mid-December.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philadelphia-and-greenwich-announce-2026-leaf-recycling-programs

### 2026-10-08: City of Reading announces 2026 curbside leaf collection schedule

The City of Reading will begin its 2026 curbside loose-leaf collection program on October 12, with bagged leaf pickup continuing on regular yard waste schedules through December 4.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/city-of-reading-announces-2026-curbside-leaf-collection-schedule

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