Westport News: Leaf Collection
Westport, CT. – the Department of Public Works is currently planning the Annual Leaf Collection program. The Department requests that homeowners consider backyard leaf composting and suggests they contact the Conservation Department (341-1170) or Earthplace (557-4400) for relevant information. The ease and cost savings of backyard composting provides a viable alternative to either carting leaves to the Town Yard Waste Site or filling paper bags for the Town's curbside pickup. The curbside collection period will extend from November 4, 2019 through December 2, 2019. The Public Works Department will collect leaves placed in biodegradable paper bags on the curbside during this period. Leaves placed in plastic bags will not be picked up, as the composting process cannot handle plastic. Residents living on…