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r ~ 1.i /I I~'`~ OCTOBER 16;, 1996 Public Works CONTACT: ~I' Richard Zucker, Leaf Program Manager, 687-5220 C~mof Eu ene ~Y 9 FROM 'Public Information Section, 687-5523 858 Pearl Street FOR IlKME IATE RELEASE Eugene, OR 97401 (503) 687-5282 EUGEI?dE RESIDENTS ASKED TO `TURN OVER AN OLD LEAF' THIS FALL Fall h~s arrived, bringing with it the seasonal challenge what to do with all those leaves? The C ty of Eugene's first recommendation is to "turn over an old leaf" by recycling leaves as mulch or c mpost material. Another option is to bring leftover leaves to commercial recyclers, who accept y rd debris for a nominal charge. Finally, the City will collect leaves if they are i placed proper~y in the street. Call the City's leaf hotline at 687-5383 for recycling and collection i information. Leaf Recycli g Tips Arou~d the home, leaves can be used as mulch or compost material. They offer an economical alternative to costly commercial mulches, fertilizers, soil amendments, and herbicides. For more inf rrnation, call the City's compost education centers at 465-2744 or the OSU Extension Service at 68r-4247. Co ercial recycling centers are another alternative for residents who have more leaves ~ than they or eir neighbors can use. Two local firms, Lane Forest Products and Rexius Forest i By-Products# accept yard debris, including leaves, for a nominal fee. The I ity will deliver leaves to homes in the city limits and to locations just outside the city limits if the are enough leaves and the hauling distances aren't too great. Property owners who want leaves elivered to their homes may request delivery by completing a request form. Request forms are available at a number of locations, including the Eugene Public Works Maintenance office at 182,0 Roosevelt Boulevard and all Eugene senior centers and community centers. (more)