Akron’s public works department announced that leaf removal will commence on Monday, Nov. 9, with a new ward‑by‑ward schedule designed to improve efficiency and keep streets clear for traffic.
Revised collection order
The city will tackle the wards in the following sequence: Ward 5, Ward 3, Ward 9, Ward 7, Ward 6, Ward 4, Ward 8, Ward 1, Ward 2, and finally Ward 10. Each ward will require several days to complete, so residents should check the specific dates for their area.
How residents can help
To aid crews, homeowners are encouraged to rake leaves onto the devil strip before collection signs are posted and at any time prior to their scheduled pickup. The city’s leaf‑removal dashboard, accessible online, provides a real‑time map showing which streets have been cleared and where crews are currently working.
For those who still have leaves after their street’s collection, the city offers a bulk‑pickup service. Residents can bag the leaves and request a pickup by calling 311, visiting AkronOhio.gov/311, or using the Akron 311 mobile app. Additional leaf‑pickup requests will not be processed until the scheduled collection has been completed in all ten wards.
Contact information
Questions or service requests can be submitted through the 311 system. The city urges residents to rely on the online tracker and posted signage for the most current information, ensuring a smooth and timely leaf‑removal process for the entire community.
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