Yard waste should be placed in 30-gallon biodegradable paper bags. Please note, nothing shall be deposited in a yard waste bag other than leaves, grass clippings, small twigs, and clippings from small plants, bushes, flowers, and trees. Yard waste such as branches and brush should be cut into 4ft. lengths and tied together with string or twine in bundles not exceeding 50lbs. If you have any questions regarding yard waste collection, please contact Republic Services at 815-434-2035.