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Peekskill CAC considers leaf‑blower restrictions; declines Low Mow May campaign
Summary
The council reviewed several new initiatives: it will seek clarification before signing on to the Westchester Coalition of Clean Water, weigh a potential ban on gas‑powered leaf blowers with scope to be defined, and decided not to pursue Low Mow May.
At the Jan. 8 meeting the Peekskill Conservation Advisory Council reviewed several smaller new initiatives and set next steps.
The council asked for clarification on a request to sign onto the Westchester Coalition of Clean Water before taking action. Members also discussed the scope of a proposed ban on gas‑powered leaf blowers — including who would be covered and potential seasonal and time‑of‑day restrictions — and agreed Janine Melillo and CEEP should discuss approaches with Matt.
The council considered a Low Mow May campaign to encourage homeowners to delay mowing in May to help early‑season pollinators but decided not to move forward with that effort at this time. No formal motions or endorsements were recorded for these items.
Next steps: clarify details of coalition sign‑on requests and convene staff discussions on leaf blower policy scope.
