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Each fall, the Streets & Sewers Department begins citywide leaf collection, moving through all 9 sections of Euclid. Crews collect leaves only and continue rotating through the city until the each round is completed—typically into December. Leaf collection does not follow garbage day, so don’t worry if your trash is picked up but your leaf pile remains. Our crews will return to collect it.

How Residents Can Help

To keep collection efficient and protect city infrastructure, please follow these guidelines:

• Place Leaves Properly. Put leaf piles as close to the curb as possible, but not in the street.
• Leaves in the street can clog catch basins and cause flooding. If Leaves are in the street snowplows can push street‑placed leaves into neighbors’ yards causing issues for your neighbors. Also its against the law to place your leaf piles or debris in the street. You or your property could be cited.
• Do not include sticks, brush, grass, or other debris. The landfill will not accept mixed debris. These materials damage equipment and slow down collection.
• Keep Areas Clear. Avoid placing leaves under low‑hanging trees or wrapped around tree trunks.
• Keep fire hydrants clear for emergency access.
• Try not to park in front of leaf piles—crews cannot collect piles blocked by vehicles.
• Please avoid using leaf blowers while crews are working; blowing debris toward workers can cause injury.

Thank you for helping keep our crews safe and our neighborhoods clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why do you collect only one side of the street at a time?

Each section has an outside loop and an inside loop. Crews collect the outside first, then move to the inside.

Because the collection tube is mounted on the right side of the trailer, crews make right‑hand turns only for safety and efficiency. This means they collect one side of the street, turn right, and continue the pattern until the entire section is complete.

2. Why hasn’t my dead‑end street been collected yet?

Dead‑end streets require specialized equipment due to tight spaces. We have 41 dead ends on the south side and 64 on the north side. These areas are collected by vac trucks, which operate on a different schedule than the main leaf crews.

3. Why did the crew make two passes on my street?

If leaves are placed in the street, or if wind blows them into the roadway, crews must make one pass for the street and another for the tree lawn. Placing leaves on the tree lawn only allows for a single, faster pass.

4. Where are the crews now, and when will my leaves be collected?

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We update the city website every evening with:

• Where crews stopped for the day
• The direction they will move next
• Visit the Leaf Collection tab at CityofEuclid.gov for daily updates.

5. What are my other options? Can I bag or mulch my leaves?

Yes. Residents may:

• Bag leaves and place them in their garbage tote for regular pickup
• Mulch leaves directly into their lawn, returning nutrients to the soil
• Both options help reduce the volume of leaves placed at the curb.

Efficient snow and ice control is essential for keeping Euclid’s roads safe during winter weather. Our approach focuses on smart plowing, responsible salt use, and prioritizing safety for both residents and our crews.

Why We Plow Before We Salt

Removing snow and ice as early as possible reduces the amount of salt needed and improves overall deicing performance. Plowing during heavy snowfall is far more effective than spreading salt alone. Once the snow is cleared, salt can work properly and melt remaining ice as long as temperatures permit. Many people assume that “more salt means faster melting,” but that’s not true. Excess salt does not melt ice faster—it simply washes into our waterways once the snow melts.

How We Prioritize Streets during a snow event

We follow a structured priority system:

1. High‑Risk Areas

We begin with:

• Hills
• Curves
• Intersections

These areas pose the greatest safety risks and must be cleared first.

2. Main Roads

• Once high‑risk areas are safe and passable, we move to major roadways.

3. Secondary Streets

• After main roads are under control, we shift to secondary streets, including:
• Hospital routes
• School routes
• Residential connectors

Our goal is to have ALL streets completed within 24 hours after the last snowflake falls.

Temperature Matters

Most road salt becomes ineffective below 15°F.

When temperatures drop this low, we focus on:

• Plowing to prevent accumulation
• Treating only critical areas such as hills and intersections

Once temperatures rise, salt becomes effective again and is applied for better results.

Our Sensible Salting Program

We practice Sensible Salting to protect the environment, reduce waste, and maintain safe roads.

Limited Salting Overnight

From 11 PM to 4 AM, salting is limited because:

• Low traffic prevents salt from activating
• Salt is far less effective during these hours
• During this time, we maintain passable roads, not fully cleared roads.

Overnight Salting Guidelines (11 PM – 4 AM)

We salt only:

• Intersections
• Hills
• Curves
• Bridges
• Salt is applied in 200‑foot intervals.

Salting During Snow Events

Roads are plowed as frequently as possible when snowfall reaches 1 inch per hour or more.

Salt is applied only at:

• Intersections
• Bridges
• Hills
• Curves
• School zones

Secondary roads receive limited salting but are plowed regularly.

Safety Reminder: Don’t Crowd the Plow

For everyone’s safety:

• Keep a safe distance behind plow trucks
• Never pass a plow on the right side—snow being pushed to the curb can cause your vehicle to lose control
• Be patient when approaching a work zone

Our goal is to ensure that every resident, visitor, and worker stays safe during the winter weather.

The Streets & Sewers Department is responsible for the collection, sorting, and packaging of all Household Hazardous Waste (HHW), Computers, and scrap tires brought in through the city’s disposal programs. 

Once materials are properly prepared and documented, our crews transport them to the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District. At the county facility, HHW is further sorted and prepared for shipment to specialized disposal or recycling centers that handle each material safely and responsibly.

For a full list of accepted items and program details, please visit the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District website or check the HHW section at CityofEuclid.gov

How Euclid Responds to Winter Potholes

The City of Euclid works hard throughout the Year to keep roads safe and drivable.

Cold Patch Repairs

During the winter, we use cold patch to fill potholes. It’s not a permanent fix, but it allows us to quickly repair hazards until the asphalt plants reopen.

Once the hot mix asphalt plant opens for the season

we begin installing long‑lasting permanent patches.

Ongoing Citywide Monitoring

Our crews travel throughout the city repeatedly during the winter months to:

• Identify new potholes
• Refill areas where cold patch has loosened
• Keep roads as safe and smooth as possible

We know no one wants to deal with vehicle damage from potholes, and we’re committed to reducing those risks.

The Streets & Sewers Department is responsible for permanently restoring roadway surfaces after repairs are completed by the Cleveland Water Department or the City of Euclid. Once a repair area has had time to properly settle, our crews return to perform a long‑lasting restoration.

How We Restore the Roadway

• Excavation  

We dig out the settled repair area to prepare it for a stable, permanent patch.

• Cement Base Installation  

A concrete base is poured to create a strong foundation for the roadway surface.

• Asphalt Application  

On streets that require asphalt, we apply a new asphalt layer once the cement has cured.

• Crack Sealing  

After the asphalt is placed, we seal the edges to prevent water from seeping underneath. This step is essential—it protects the patch from future damage and helps prevent upheaval during freeze‑thaw cycles.

Why This Matters

These restoration steps ensure that repaired areas last longer, remain safe for drivers, and help extend the overall life of our roadways. Properly sealed and finished patches reduce future maintenance needs and improve the quality of our streets citywide.

The Streets & Sewers Department is responsible for all traffic painting throughout the City of Euclid. Our crews maintain and refresh the markings that keep roadways safe, organized, and easy to navigate. This includes:

• Crosswalks
• Traffic arrows
• Bike sharrows
• Parking lot striping

These markings play a critical role in guiding drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. By repainting them regularly, we help ensure visibility, improve safety, and maintain the overall appearance of our streets and public spaces.

The Streets & Sewers Department maintains numerous green spaces throughout the City of Euclid to keep our community clean, safe, and visually appealing. Our responsibilities include mowing and maintaining:

• City‑owned lots
• Tree lawns in designated areas
• Two retention basins
• The North and South Marginals, from Wickliffe to Cleveland and back again

These areas require regular attention throughout the growing season, and our crews work continuously to ensure they remain well‑kept and welcoming for residents and visitors.

The Streets & Sewers Department, in partnership with the  Public Lands and Building Department, is responsible for collecting and disposing of litter throughout the City. This work happens every single day to keep our community clean, safe, and welcoming.

Why Litter Matters

Litter may seem small, but it has a big impact. When trash is tossed on the ground or out of a car window, it can:

• Harm wildlife and damage natural habitats
• Clog storm drains, leading to flooding
• Increase fire risks
• Create an unsightly environment for residents and visitors

Keeping Euclid clean is a shared responsibility, and litter plays a major role in the health and appearance of our city.

Our Daily Commitment

We take litter seriously. Each day, multiple employees—whether operating street sweepers or working on foot—collect trash from roadways, sidewalks, parks, and public spaces. Some litter is unavoidable, such as debris blown around on windy garbage days, but much of it can be prevented.

How You Can Help

Everyone can play a part in keeping Euclid beautiful:

• Dispose of trash properly in a bin or recycling container
• Keep a small bag in your vehicle for waste until you reach a trash can
• Pick up litter when you see it—every small action helps

Sewer Repairs

The Streets & Sewers Department is responsible for repairing sewer laterals and sewer mains located within the public right‑of‑way. These repairs are necessary when pipes become damaged, deteriorate with age, or develop issues that lead to blockages, backups, or undermining of the roadway. Our crews work to identify the cause, restore proper flow, and prevent further damage to surrounding infrastructure.

Manhole Repairs

From time to time, our crews encounter manholes that require maintenance or full reconstruction. Depending on the condition, repairs may include:

• Rebuilding the manhole structure
• Replacing or adding brickwork
• installing a new casting
• Adding or adjusting risers

Whether the repair is minor or extensive, our goal is to ensure each manhole remains safe, stable, and fully functional.

Catch Basin Repairs

Catch basins play a critical role in managing stormwater, and with 5,280 catch basins throughout the City of Euclid, maintenance is a constant priority. Repairs may involve:

• Full rebuilds, including installation of new outlet pipes
• Replacing damaged drain tile
• Adding or repairing brickwork
• Installing new castings

These repairs help prevent flooding, protect roadways, and ensure stormwater flows properly into the drainage system.

The Streets and Sewers department cleans catch basins every day when temps are above freezing. We have 5,280 in the city and they need to be maintained as often as possible.

Sewer cleaning is an essential part of maintaining a clean, healthy community. This work removes debris and buildup from sanitary sewer pipes, ensuring wastewater flows smoothly to treatment facilities and reducing the risk of backups.

Protecting Public Health

Regular sewer cleaning helps prevent the spread of harmful bacteria and reduces the chance of sewer overflows that can impact homes, businesses, and the environment. 

To support this effort, the Streets & Sewers Department along with the Wastewater Department operate as a unified team. Years ago, both departments combined their expertise to create a specialized crew trained to handle even the most challenging sewer maintenance tasks.

Specialized Equipment and Skilled Personnel

Our crews use advanced tools to keep the system functioning properly, including:

• High‑pressure water jetting machines to clear blockages
• Vacuum equipment to remove debris
• Camera inspection systems to identify damage, wear, or developing issues

Camera inspections allow us to plan repairs before problems become emergencies, saving time and reducing disruption for residents.

Routine and Emergency Operations

Sewer cleaning and camera inspections take place five days a week, with additional emergency response when sanitary sewer mains become blocked or backed up. We follow a structured program that divides the city into sections, ensuring every sewer main is cleaned on a regular cycle.

Street sweeping plays a vital role in protecting our environment and keeping our community looking its best.

Why Street Sweeping Matters

It prevents debris—such as grass clippings, leaves, weeds, trash, and broken glass—from entering the storm system. Keeping debris out of storm drains helps reduce pollution flowing into Lake Erie, our region’s most valuable natural resource.

Clean streets improve neighborhood appearance and curb appeal, something residents and visitors appreciate.

To keep Euclid clean, safe, and welcoming, the Streets & Sewers Department performs ANNUAL SIDEWALK WASHING.

This work helps remove the dirt and grime that builds up over the winter months—much of it pushed onto sidewalks by vehicles, plows, and melting snow.

Where We Wash

Each year, our crews wash all main roads, including:

• Underpasses
• Sidewalks that run directly from the curb to buildings
• Any main‑road sidewalk without a tree lawn

If it meets those criteria, it gets washed.

How the Process Works

As sidewalks are washed, debris are pushed back into the roadway. Our crews then sweep the streets, allowing us to:

• Clean sidewalks
• Remove debris from the roadway
• Collect larger items that street sweepers cannot pick up
• This two‑step process improves cleanliness and safety across the city.

Equipment in the Work Zone

A typical sidewalk‑washing operation includes:

• A street sweeper
• Workers with backpack blowers
• A water truck
• One or two pickup trucks for debris collection

These work zones move steadily along main roads throughout the spring.

Safety Around Work Zones

We ask all drivers to help keep our crews safe:

• Move over when possible and give crews extra space
• Avoid speeding around work vehicles, especially when turning
• Do not cut through the work zone unless absolutely necessary

A little patience ensures every worker gets home safely and allows us to continue improving the appearance of our city.

The Streets & Sewers Department is responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of all creeks within the City of Euclid. Our crews perform routine inspections throughout the year to ensure that creek channels remain open, flowing properly, and free of debris that could obstruct water movement.

During these inspections, if we identify erosion, blockages, or structural issues, our team makes the necessary repairs to keep the creeks functioning safely and effectively. 

This ongoing maintenance helps protect nearby properties, supports healthy waterways, and contributes to the overall environmental well‑being of our community.