Where can I find a map of Kettering’s bike paths & routes?
You can pick up a map of the bike paths at the Kettering Government Center or view bike maps online.
Archives: FAQs
Will the city pick-up my yard debris?
No, the city does not pick-up yard debris. Yard debris must be brought to the Yard Debris Center, disposed of with your trash service, or taken to Montgomery County Solid Waste District.
Why are certain yard debris items not accepted?
Certain yard debris items contaminate the composting process and can cause equipment failure.
How do I dispose of yard debris items that are not accepted?
There are several ways to dispose of unaccepted yard debris: Montgomery County Solid Waste District may accept some of these materials. Please call (937) 225-4999 for more information. Rumpke will service yard waste with your regular trash collection on your service day. Please call 1-800-828-8171 for more information.
Will the city load mulch/compost for me?
No. You must hand-load mulch/compost yourself. The use of machinery to load mulch/compost into your truck, trailer, or other container is not allowed.
Does the city deliver mulch/compost?
No. You may pick up mulch/compost in your truck, trailer, or other container during hours of operation.
When does the city restock mulch/compost?
The Street Division hauls mulch/compost to Indian Riffle Park on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays depending on material availability.
There is water backing up into my house, what should I do?
The City storm sewers are separate from the Montgomery County sanitary sewer lines. If you have water backing up into your home through a drain, please contact Montgomery County at (937) 781-2678.
There is water flowing out of my street. It may be a water main break. Who should I notify?
Water mains are handled by Montgomery County. Please contact them at: (937) 781-2678 to report a potential problem.
What happens to my yard debris?
Yard debris is used as part of our free mulch/compost program available for Kettering residents. The yard debris is ground in a tub grinder and sent to our composting site. After grinding, material is laid in rows to decompose and the rows are turned regularly to introduce air and moisture. The end product is a … Continued