Storm debris pick-up continues
Northville Township has put a new plan in place to collect storm debris from the remaining neighborhoods currently served by township trash hauler GFL Environmental.
Officials from the township Department of Public Works have contracted with C.O.S.M Tree Service to assist during the next several weeks in retrieving yard waste not yet serviced by the special collection services.
GFL has been gathering storm debris since March 18 but officials noted that the magnitude of storm damage prevented completion of clean up in all areas of the township. GFL representatives said the company is no longer able to provide special pickup services prompting township officials to take active to service remaining homes. GFL will continue to pick up regular yard waste on a weekly basis, according to a prepared statement from the township.
“We recognize the enormous amount of yard waste left behind by the severe winter storms of February and March,” said Deputy Public Services Director Brad Lear. “A lot has already been collected but some remains. We've created this new plan to finish the job sooner, rather than later, to help our residents. We thank Northville Township for its patience.”
If residents continued to place debris after GFL serviced their neighborhood, or if GFL said the debris was larger and heavier than allowed, then the resident will be responsible for cutting it up to fit the parameters for normal yard waste pickup or have a private company remove it, he added.
To partake in the regular GFL yard waste collection, debris should be placed in 32-35 gallon plastic or metal containers labeled 'Yard Waste' or 'Compost' or in biodegradable paper bags. All containers must weigh 50 pounds or less. Yard waste includes garden waste, leaves, lawn cuttings, shrubs and tree trimming waste. All large brush or tree limbs must be bundled with heavy twine or rope, be less than 18 inches in diameter, cut down to less than 4 feet in length and be 50 pounds in weight or less, DPS officials said.
More information is available at dpw@twp.northville.mi.us or by calling (248) 348-5819.
