Leaf Collection Policy Update
Statement from Alderman Lamont Westmoreland and Alderman Scott Spiker
A couple of weeks ago, the Department of Public Works announced plans to require residents to bag leaves for collection this upcoming fall.
If you missed it, there was a press conference on Monday morning where it was announced that DPW has reversed course. Residents will continue to be able to rake leaves to the curb, while those who prefer to bag leaves will also have that option available to them.
To provide residents with certainty moving forward, we will be introducing a resolution directing DPW to continue curbside leaf pile collection should this policy change be attempted again in the future.
This situation also serves as a reminder that collaboration matters. Working with and communicating with Council members during the brainstorming and planning stages is a no-brainer. It also helps avoid an unnecessary explosion of public frustration and the need to reverse course after major policy announcements are made.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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