Storm Debris Cleanup Starts in Zone 4

The following information was submitted by Dan Morgado:

Storm debris collection is progressing very well in Zone 3 which is the area north of the center line of Route 9 and west of the center line of Route 140. Work in Zone 3 should conclude by Dec. 9 and work will then begin in Zone 4 which is the area north of Route 9 and east of Route 140. Final passes have been made on Zones 1 and 2 and for much of Zone 3 and those areas and specific streets are now closed out. By the close of business on Monday, Zone 3 will be fully closed out.

Residents are reminded that it is imperative that all debris be free and clear of any stone/masonry walls, landscaped areas, light poles & guide wires, fences, walkways or other objects in the yard.

The debris removal program is intended for the collection of large branches and limbs that were damaged in the Oct. 29-30 storm. Residents are asked not do cut down trees or trim tree limbs that were not damaged in the storm. Debris judged to be non-storm related will not be picked up.

Branches and limbs are to be stacked neatly curbside and not on the street or blocking any sidewalk with the butt ends all facing in the same direction. The length of branches and limbs shall be 4 feet to 8 feet and be of a diameter of 1 inch to 15 inches. No stumps are to be brought to the curb. Please do not mix yard waste bags within the pile of branches and limbs.

Each street will receive two passes with a weekend to occur between the first and second pass.

The cleanup of small branches and limbs left behind will be the responsibility of each homeowner. Residents are reminded that brown paper bags for leaves and yard waste are available at area supermarkets and home centers.

The town will not be responsible for any lawn damage caused by the removal process.

If residents wish to hire at their own expenses a contractor to pick up storm debris please be sure to hire only Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) certified companies. Here is a list of certified companies or residents can call the ALB Eradication Program Office at 508-852-8090.

Questions regarding the debris removal program should be addressed to John Knipe, superintendent of streets, at 508-841-8513 or town manager's office at 508-841-8508.

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