Green Bay Reporter

The city of Green Bay Public Works Department has announced a free curbside collection service for bulk household items, scheduled from March 24 to 28, 2025. Residents are allowed to place up to two cubic yards of such items next to their trash carts for collection without charge. This announcement was made in a press release dated March 3, 2025.

According to the press release, the city will collect items like sofas, tables, mattresses, and bikes, with a limit of two cubic yards per household. Any excess will incur additional charges. Residents must ensure these items are placed curbside by 6 a.m. on the designated collection day.

Items not eligible for this collection include construction debris, electronics, appliances, and move-out trash. Residents can dispose of these materials at designated drop-off sites located on both the east and west sides of Green Bay. Proof of residency is required at these locations, with hours varying by site. The Brown County Transfer Station also accepts certain types of waste but imposes dumping fees and specific requirements.

The Brown County Solid Waste Transfer Station is situated at 3734 West Mason Street in Hobart, Wisconsin. It operates seasonally with varying hours: from January 1 to March 31, it is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to noon; from April 1 to December 31, it opens Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., remaining closed on major holidays. All loads must be tarped and safety vests or high visibility apparel are mandatory; these can be purchased onsite for $5.

The city of Green Bay Public Works Department provides various services aimed at maintaining infrastructure and environmental standards within the city. These services include garbage collection, mandatory recycling programs, yard waste management, street maintenance, stormwater management, parking services oversight, sanitary sewer system management, and ensuring safe sidewalks. The department's Engineering Division designs and supervises public works projects while the Stormwater Utility focuses on improving water quality and managing runoff.