Public Works proposes $333,029 leaf‑vac purchase and pilot leaf-collection program
Sep 16, 2026
City staff proposed buying a chassis-mounted leaf vacuum for $333,029 and running a pilot sign-up leaf collection program Oct–Nov and four weeks in spring; modeling indicates no immediate rate increase but staff will use the pilot to set long-term costs and participation rules.
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Public Works presented a plan to pilot a curbside leaf-collection program and requested authorization to purchase a chassis-mounted leaf vacuum for $333,029 to support the service. The proposed pilot would operate from October through November (weather permitting) and include four weeks in spring; collections would occur on Wednesdays and residents would sign up by noon the preceding Monday via the city website or phone.
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