Leaf crews move to central area today, finishing up south this week
City leaf collection crews will get a head start in Fort Wayne's central section today, while finishing the first collection in the south area tomorrow. The entire central area will also get a full pick-up cycle next week in accordance with the published schedule.
Residents who have their leaves in biodegradable bags can call the 311 Call Center for priority pick-up within two business days, regardless of the pick-up schedule in their area.
The street department recommends having leaves raked to the park strip by the first day of the pick-up week. They should not be raked into street. Burning leaves is illegal, and they cannot be placed in the trash.
The City is providing two collections cycles instead of three to save taxpayer money while improving service. Weather permitting, leaf collection will end Dec. 12.
The remaining loose-leaf collection dates for 2008 are:
'¢ North: Nov. 17-21
'¢ South: today and Nov. 7 and Dec. 1-5
'¢ Central: Nov. 10-14 and Dec. 8-12
'¢ The week of Nov. 24 will be used be to catch up on weather-related delays.
During leaf season, residents can call the leaf hotline at 427-2302 or visit www.cityoffortwayne.org for the day's pick-up locations. A map of the areas is also available on the Web site. The schedule and map were also included in October's City Utilities bills.
To schedule bagged leaf pick-up, call the 311 call center from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays at either 311 or 427-8311.