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Partial Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Ban Discussed By Environmental Commission

January 6, 2026 Environment, Environmental Commission

BLOWER BAN PROPOSAL – Environmental Commissioner Arnold Schmidt has proposed banning fossil fuel-powered leaf blowers six months out of the year.

A suggested Township ordinance amendment that would ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers six months out of the year was the main topic of discussion at the January 5 Environmental Advisory Commission meeting.

The idea was brought up by Commissioner Arnold Schmidt, who said he was concerned about the amount of noise and air pollution caused by the fossil fueled machines.

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