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Leaf collection practices and stormwater protection
Summary
Alder Eck suggested notifying residents ahead of leaf collection so they could place leaves in the street, avoiding lawn damage from vacuum equipment. Staff said scheduling and state stormwater credit requirements make that tough, but are exploring gentler suction equipment.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Leaf collection and composting cost the stormwater utility over $500,000 annually.
✅Who benefits
Residents whose lawns get damaged by collection equipment could see relief if practices change.
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