The Jackson Township Council released an update on this year’s leaf collection operations, assuring residents that the Department of Public Works is actively working to keep neighborhoods clean and prepared for the winter season.
According to township officials, DPW crews have completed the first round of leaf collection in Zone 2 and are already about 50% finished with Zone 4. While many residents have noted that leaves remain on trees and questioned the early timeline, the township emphasized that beginning collection in early November is necessary to cover Jackson’s large geographic area.
Because it takes at least eight weeks to complete one full pass through the entire township, starting early ensures that every zone is serviced before winter weather can interfere with operations.
To provide equitable service across Jackson, the township rotates the collection schedule annually. Zones that are early in the lineup this year will be placed later next year.
Once the first full township-wide pass is completed, DPW crews will begin a second pass, following the same order and proceeding weather permitting.
If the ground is clear of snow, the second round will be completed without delay.
If snow is present, collection will pause until conditions improve.
DPW Superintendent Shawn Bolinksy noted that crews may work ahead of the posted schedule in order to maintain momentum.
“Do not be alarmed if you see crews working in zones ahead of schedule,” Bolinksy said. “For example, we aren’t set to begin zones 5 and 1 until November 24th, but my goal is to be ahead of schedule. Crews that work ahead will start over at the advertised date.”
On a typical day, six to seven DPW crews are deployed, depending on staffing levels and scheduled time off.
Council President Mordechai Burnstein thanked Bolinksy and DPW crews for their work preparing the township for the winter months.
“The Township Council extends our sincere appreciation for your patience and cooperation throughout this process,” Burnstein said. “Our teams are working hard to ensure the community is well-maintained as we prepare for the winter months ahead.”
Residents seeking more information or updates are encouraged to visit the Jackson Township website or contact the Department of Public Works directly.