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i <br /> I <br /> I <br /> 9 <br /> 1 <br /> News Release - 1997 Eugene Leaf Program <br /> <br /> r? October 21, 19 7 <br /> Page 3 <br /> City cr ws can't collect scattered leaves or leaf piles that are stacked under-or close to <br /> parked cars. D bris such as branches, rocks, metal, and lawn clippings will not be collected, and <br /> leaf piles con Wing such debris also will also not be picked up because the City cannot deliver <br /> them to people who want leaves for mulch. Residents should pile leaves in the street the <br /> 1 <br /> weekend befor the scheduled pickup to ensure leaves are picked up during the scheduled <br /> collection time .After the last scheduled pickup in each area, property owners aze responsible <br /> for removing y leaves left in front of their homes. <br /> Here az some additional tips for placing leaves safely in the street: <br /> • Pile 1 ves on the street surface neaz the gutter, keeping gutters and catch basins clear. <br /> • Windr w the leaves so they do not obstruct the flow of water along the curb. <br /> •On str ets without curbs and gutters, pile leaves neaz the street, away from ditches. <br /> •Stack 1 ayes so they don't block bike and traffic lanes or create hazardous situations for <br /> bicyclists and otorists. <br /> •Only p le leaves in a bike lane when there is no other alternative such as hauling the <br /> leaves to a co ercial recycler or placing them on a side street. If there is no alternative but to <br /> place leaves in ike lanes, keep at least half the lane's width open for bicycles. <br /> •Keep s dewalks free of leaves, which are slippery when wet and hazardous for pedestrians. <br /> 1997 Leaf Coll tion Schedule <br /> Unless immediate hazard exists, Public Works Maintenance crews follow a schedule <br /> that ensures sy erratic coverage of the city and controls the cost of the program. There are five <br /> collection areas in the city, and each area is scheduled for two collections. <br /> (more) <br /> <br />