leaf collection methods and alternatives
Leaf pickup methods and greener alternatives for city streets and yards
Watch for a future agenda item that sets a new leaf pickup schedule (dates/routes) or commits to equipment or a bag-based system.
Typically discussed at City Council Work Session. Check back when the next agenda is published.
At the Apr. 27 work session, council members heard options for changing leaf pickup, including a leaf-compacting device and compostable bag collection. Their stated preference was to keep the current method, with interest in shortening the current 8–10 week collection window.
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Leaf Collection Totals
Public Utilities Committee -
Public Works reviewed the current leaf pickup method and discussed alternatives including a leaf-compacting device and a compostable bag collection system.
City Council Work Session -
After discussion, the council’s stated preference was to keep the current leaf collection method rather than switch systems.
City Council Work Session -
Council members signaled interest in shortening the leaf collection window, described as currently about 8–10 weeks.
City Council Work Session