Ewing Township has approved the purchase of a new vacuum system for curbside leaf pickups.
The Township Council on July 9 passed a resolution approved a proposal by Mayor Bert Steinmann to invest in a truck-mounted leaf vacuum system, which will allow residents to deposit leaves at the curb for township pickup. A measure providing funding for the truck is expected to be passed by council at its meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 13.
“We’ve heard our residents loud and clear,” said Steinmann. “Our goal is to make leaf disposal as convenient and efficient as possible. The reason we switched to collection in bags was to comply with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s updated stormwater management rules and regulations. This new equipment will ensure that leaves are collected quickly and effectively, putting the township in compliance with the DEP’s guidelines.”
The truck-mounted leaf vacuum system will be operational from October to January, with scheduled pickups in November and December, organized by specific zones throughout the township. This system not only simplifies the process for residents but also improves the township’s ability to manage leaf collection sustainably.
“We will be providing detailed information about the new leaf pickup schedule and zone-specific collection dates as we approach the fall season,” the mayor added. “We want this transition to be as smooth as possible, and we’re grateful for the community’s ongoing support and patience.”
