Stouffville says storm cleanup could take several months to complete

Yorkregion.com
May 31, 2022

The storm that struck much of Ontario on May 21 cased a large number of trees to come down in Stouffville. The town said they are actively working to clear fallen trees and debris around the community caused by storm damage.

"We are prioritizing roads and sidewalks blocked by fallen trees and debris," Stouffville Mayor Iain Lovatt said. "Starting soon, we will be assisting residents with the collecting and disposing of the branches and brush caused by the storm."

Residents are asked to move any branches and wood from their property to the curb. The town will then send a truck to collect the branches and remove the debris.

"Pickup is expected to take several months to complete, but we will work diligently to remove storm debris as quickly as possible," Lovatt said. "Stay updated on our website and social media for timing information."

In the meantime, regular leaf and yard waste collection will continue and the town will continue to remove debris from municipal trees impacted by the storm.

Branches placed at the curb for regular yard waste collection can be no larger than three inches in diameter. Tied bundles should not be larger than four feet long and two feet high. Bundles should be placed at least one metre (three feet) away from fire hydrants and other utility boxes and remain clear of the road or sidewalks.

"There may be delays with this collection as well due to volume,” Lovatt said. "We appreciate your patience as we continue to clean the community."

In the meantime, free yard waste drop-off at Miller Bloomington Yard Waste Depot, Georgina Transfer Station and McCleary Court Community Environmental Centre is available until June 5.

If you have placed tree material at your curb for pickup and/or want to report damage to a town tree on your property, email stormcleanup@townofws.ca or call 905-640-1900.