February 5, 2021 3:40 a.m.

Staff with the City of Roseburg Public Works Department has wrapped up another season of its leaf collection program.

Communications Specialist Eric Johnson the effort runs annually from November to early in January. Johnson said it’s a service provided to ensure that leaves are collected and disposed of properly.

A total of 110 loads of leaves were picked up by Public Works crews. 26 were delivered to residents that requested leaves for their yards. The remaining 84 loads were disposed of safely by staff. Over 788 hours were logged by Public Works crews during the program. Johnson said the total cost of the program, including staff time, equipment costs and disposal fees, was just shy of $75,000.

Public Works Director Brice Perkins thanked all the residents who participated. He said,
“Keeping our streets, sidewalks, and storm drains clear of leaves not only helps protect our public assets but also prolongs their useful life”.

Johnson said the leaf collection program will start back up in November.