Town Of Trumbull's Leaf Collection Program Delayed By Pandemic

Press release from the Town of Trumbull:

Jan. 13, 2021

The annual Town-wide leaf collection program has been ongoing since early November. At this point Town crews have completed the southeast, southwest, and northwest quadrants and have begun the northeast quadrant. Weather permitting, we anticipate substantial completion of the final quadrant to occur within the next two to three weeks. Leaf Pick-up Progress Map.

Our leaf pickup operations this year have been severely altered due to the pandemic. Normally we would have an additional 12 to 15 seasonal employees supporting the program daily. This year we suspended the hiring of seasonal employees to protect the full time members of our team who are critical during the winter snow season. Our staffing allows for proper plow coverage during storms with few to spare, and as a result we cannot afford to have illness or quarantine sideline our men. Fewer leaf pick-up crews have resulted in a slower moving program, and your patience is greatly appreciated.

This press release was produce by the Town of Trumbull. The views expressed here are the author's own. The views expressed here are the author's own.