PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The City of Portland says its annual Leaf Day will look a little different this year.
From November to mid-January, the Portland Bureau of Transportation sweeps leaves from city zones to prevent clogged storm drains and slippery streets.
The city says to expect 29 more zones this year as PBOT works toward citywide street sweeps.
“Historically, we have had to cut street sweeping citywide. But the Mayor and City Council’s investment in the City’s 2025-26 budget gives PBOT the opportunity to rebuild the program, working toward citywide sweeping in the next three years,” PBOT said on its website.
A map of every zone can also be found on this official Leaf Day map.
To participate in Leaf Day, the city requests residents to rake their leaves into the street one day before their scheduled pickup. The full schedule can be found here, and you can even sign up for reminders.
However, PBOT warns that you should only gather loose leaves, not other yard debris like twigs, branches, pinecones, etc. They also say to keep one foot of space between your pile and the curb for storm runoff.
On Leaf Day, vehicles are required to move from the street as it is being swept. Those who do not move their car could face an $85 citation for violating a temporary no-parking zone, plus tow fees.
Aimee Plante
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