FAQs

What do we do with the old garbage cans and recycling bins?: Old rubbish and recycling carts must be returned to Republic Services. Please contact our Utilities and Municipal Services customer service at 734-822-3105 M-F, 8am-5pm to arrange for your old cart to be picked up.

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Utilities & Municipal Services

1. Where can I dispose of leaves and tree trimmings?: Leaves and grass clippings must be placed in brown paper composting bags or in a trash container with handles , no larger than 35 gallons, that is clearly marked "yard waste". Labels are available at the Township Administration Building from the Utilities Customer Service department. Yard waste containers must be set at least two feet away from other containers. Yard waste is collected weekly starting the first full week of April and ending the first full week of December. Be sure to have yard waste at the curb by 7:00 AM the day of pickup.

2. Who is responsible for repairing roads?: Public roads in the Township are the responsibility of the Washtenaw County Road Commission.

3. Who is responsible for snow removal?: The Washtenaw County Road Commission is responsible for winter maintenance on county roads. This includes applying salt and sand as well as plowing snow on roadways and shoulders.

4. Who do I call if there is a water main break in the street?: In case of water emergencies during business hours, please call 734.822.3105. After business hours and on the weekends, please call 734.822.2107.

5. How often are water and sewer bills mailed?: Billings for water and sewer services are sent every three months for residential customers and every month for commercial customers. Bills can be paid in person, by mail, by use of the drop box, or by signing up for automatic debit.

6. What do we do with the old garbage cans and recycling bins?: Old rubbish and recycling carts must be returned to Republic Services. Please contact our Utilities and Municipal Services customer service at 734-822-3105 M-F, 8am-5pm to arrange for your old cart to be picked up.

7. Who provides rubbish collection services?: Residential rubbish and recycling services are provided by Republic Services through a subscription service and are billed to participating residents on a quarterly basis. Bills can be paid in person, by mail, by use of the drop box, or by signing up for automatic debit.

8. Where can I recycle hazardous materials such as batteries and flammables?: The Washtenaw County Home Toxics Reduction Center is a permanent drop-off site where residents can safely dispose of household hazardous wastes. All services are provided free of charge. For more information call 734.222.6874 or the information line at 734.222.3950.

9. How do I report a power outage or downed power line?: To report a power outage or downed power line please contact DTE Energy directly at 1.800.477.4747 or at the DTE Website.