Description
Can the city explain then why, in the Portager, does it state leaves to be placed out by 7am on date of collection but not longer than 72 hours prior? The city inspected and noted today 8 piles of leaves that will now sit until 11/11; blowing not only on neighbors properties that abide that we are to do but also more work for those of us that abide..this must be a new way the city does not want to address with citizens not complying. The streets were never swept either after the 10/28 collection date. Taxes are high enough and now the city has chosen to not address this issue. If someone blows their leaves out in the street, they are notified so what aren’t those that put leaves out two weeks in advance as leaves blow all over the streets and into neighbors yards.
5 Comments
Portage, MI (Verified Official)
Acknowledged Community Development 2 (Verified Official)
Thank you for reporting this issue. An inspection has been ordered and will occur as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience during this process.
If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works office at (269) 329-4444.
Community Development 2 (Verified Official)
Leslie Pryor (Verified Official)
Pick up on this street will take place on November 11. When the original inspection took place leaf piles were not a hazard. Due to staffing constraints they were not able to go out for a second inspection. The city is looking into changing the wording in the future to eliminate the 72 hour as there is no ordinance against putting items out earlier.
If you have any questions, please call the Department of Public Works at (269) 329-4444.
Closed Public Works 2 (Registered User)