Kenosha Reporter

The city of Kenosha has announced the reopening of its Yard Waste/Brush Drop-Off Site located at 4071 88th Avenue. The site will resume operations for the season on March 31, 2025, and will be open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., excluding holidays. This announcement was made in a press release dated March 24, 2025.

According to the press release, the drop-off site is available seasonally from April through November and is accessible only to residents who can provide proof of residency. It accepts yard waste in biodegradable bags or clean containers, while brush and branches up to six inches in diameter and 12 feet long can be dropped off unbundled. The collected waste is processed into compost, which residents can obtain at no cost.

Kenosha's curbside yard waste collection service will operate from May 5 to June 13, 2025. Residents are required to use city-approved biodegradable bags for their waste. The disposal of grass clippings or leaves in public areas or waterways is prohibited. Bundled brush and branches tied with string or twine can be scheduled for collection from May through November by contacting the Department of Public Works at least 24 hours before the regular waste pickup day.

The Kenosha Department of Public Works offers services such as engineering, street maintenance, waste collection, and snow control to enhance public safety and convenience. Residents have access to an online system for reporting issues like potholes and streetlight outages. Alerts on service disruptions and emergencies are available via AlertSense.

The city operates under a Common Council system comprising the mayor and 17 alderpersons, each representing a district for a two-year term. Kenosha traces its origins back to an 1835 settlement established by John Bullen under the Western Emigration Company, initially named Southport before adopting its current name in 1850. The municipal government oversees various departments including public works, transit, fire and police services, parks, housing, ordinances maintenance, and city planning efforts.