PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Portland officials are now relying on the honor system that residents are keeping leaves out of their streets.
Earlier this year, the City Council adopted fees ranging from $15 to $65 to help pay to for leaf removal in 28 so-called “leaf districts.”
But The Oregonian reports that many residents have complained they didn’t get enough warning that they could opt out of the program and get rid of the leaves themselves. In addition, anyone wanting to opt out had to provide proof they removed street leaves by providing receipts or photographs.
The newspaper says that because of overwhelming complaints, Mayor Sam Adams announced Friday that no proof would be necessary. Residents just have to sign an opt-out application and affidavit.
