Educational Messages

Annual Leaf Letter

Find information on leaf clean up best practices and dates for curb side pick up.
Click here for the annual flyer.

Fall/Spring Leaf and Grass 

Fallen leaves contain a natural element commonly found in lawn fertilizer, known as phosphorus. Because of this, leaves that fall on your lawn or grass clippings should never be dumped in a creek, stream, river, or storm drain. Decaying leaves use up the water's oxygen, which will harm aquatic life. Also, don't blow leaves and grass onto the streets or roads as these can cause slippery road conditions and can clog the curbs and storm drains. Residents can utilize the yard waste area at the Recycling and Transfer station to dispose of leaves, grass clippings, brush, and branches. Illegal dumping on all Town property is prohibited, including the road ROW.

See Fall Leaf cleanup best practices posted on the DPW website and at municipal buildings.

Doggie Tips 

You hate stepping in it. And fish hate swimming in it, too! Regularly scoop your dog's poop from public areas and your backyard, before it washes into our waterways. Pet waste contains bacteria and parasites that get washed to the nearest waterway when it rains. Every time you walk your dog, carry a bag to pick up pet waste, dispose of waste in a trash can, and never toss anything down a storm drain.