COVINGTON, Ky. – The City of Covington’s Public Works Department is gearing up for its annual Leaf Pickup and Street Sweeping Program, which begins Monday, October 20, and continues on a scheduled basis through Tuesday, December 16. 

Leaf pickup will continue citywide until December 31, at which point crews will break down the equipment and convert vehicles for the snow removal season. 

Throughout the two-month program, City crews will follow a formal schedule, focusing on neighborhoods with the most tree coverage — areas where falling leaves tend to block gutters and accumulate along curbs. 

To give crews room to work, residents are required to move their vehicles on their scheduled pickup days. 

Find Your Street and Scheduled Dates 

Residents can find out exactly when their street is scheduled for leaf pickup by visiting the City’s Leaf Pickup Schedule interactive map. Type in your address to see two scheduled dates — one for the north or east sides of your street and one for the south or west sides, depending on its orientation. 

Crews will sweep and collect leaves on one side of the street at a time, allowing residents to park on the opposite side. Temporary “No Parking” signs will be posted at least one business day before the work begins. 

How to Prepare Your Leaves 

Residents are asked to rake or blow leaves to the curb — not into the street — one day before crews are scheduled to arrive. Leaf piles should be placed along the curb, but away from parked vehicles, fire hydrants, mailboxes, water meters, and landscaping. The piles should contain only leaves; no sticks, branches, or other yard waste. 

Proper preparation helps crews work efficiently and prevents damage to equipment or property. 

After December 16 

While the formal schedule ends December 16, leaf pickup will continue through the end of the month, weather permitting. After that, crews will focus on converting their equipment for winter snow and ice operations. 

For more information, visit the City's Leaf Collection webpage.