Ewing Township Holds Successful Meeting on Leaf Collection Changes

More than 75 residents gathered at the Hollowbrook Community Center on Sept. 18 for a community meeting about Ewing’s upcoming leaf collection changes.

The 90-minute meeting featured robust participation, reflecting the community’s engagement and the township’s efforts to ensure a smooth transition.

Mayor Bert Steinmann addressed the crowd, acknowledging that while change can be difficult, the new system is designed for convenience. From November through January, residents will no longer have to bag loose leaves. Instead, curbside pickup will be provided using Ewing’s new truck-mounted leaf vacuum. Residents can continue bagging leaves for pickup from March to October.

Additionally, Ewing will no longer collect grass clippings with yard waste. Grass clippings, which are considered solid waste, must be placed in trash bags and put out for regular garbage pickup starting in September. Grass left at the curb in brown bags won’t be collected, and it should not be mixed with leaves or other yard waste.

Council President Kevin Baxter, Vice President Jennifer Keyes-Maloney, and Councilman David Schroth attended the meeting to listen to feedback and show their support.

The new leaf collection system is also part of Ewing’s effort to comply with stricter state stormwater regulations. The township showcased the leaf vacuum truck at Ewing’s Community Fest on Sept. 21, where Public Works staff were available to answer questions and explain the new equipment.  

A slide presentation from the meeting is available on the township website, along with a FAQ on yard waste recycling and a brochure that includes tips and a zone map. Residents can also pick up a brochure at Town Hall or the Public Works facility at 136 Scotch Road or download it online.

Mayor Steinmann encouraged residents to follow the new guidelines and share the information with their neighbors. “We’re all in this together,” he said. “If we work together, this transition will be seamless.”

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