The City of Erie Department of Public Works has announced a neighborhood-based tree-limb removal schedule as crews continue recovery efforts following the recent severe storm. Residents are urged to place storm-related tree limbs in piles between the curb and sidewalk and ensure streets are clear of parked vehicles on scheduled collection days to allow crews safe access to debris.
According to city officials, cleanup operations will begin on Monday, September 14, and proceed through various neighborhoods throughout the week. The schedule is designed to efficiently address storm damage across the city while prioritizing public safety and accessibility.
Monday, September 14
- West Side: West 12th Street to the lake, between State Street and Weschler Avenue.
- East Side: East 12th Street to the lake, between State Street and East Avenue.
Tuesday, September 15
- West Side: West 12th Street to the lake, between Weschler Avenue and Pittsburgh Avenue.
- East Side: East 12th Street to the lake, between East Avenue and Chautauqua Boulevard.
Wednesday, September 16
- West Side: West 12th Street to West 38th Street, between State Street and Pittsburgh Avenue.
- East Side: East 12th Street to East 38th Street, between State Street and East Avenue.
Thursday, September 17
- West Side: West 38th Street to West Grandview Boulevard, between State Street and Greengarden Boulevard.
- East Side: East 12th Street to East 38th Street, between East Avenue and Bird Drive.
Friday, September 18
- West Side: West 38th Street to West Grandview Boulevard, between Greengarden Boulevard and Pittsburgh Avenue.
- East Side: East 38th Street to East Grandview Boulevard, between State Street and Bird Drive.
City officials emphasized that vehicles left on streets may prevent crews from safely accessing storm debris. Residents should move vehicles off scheduled collection routes whenever possible to help ensure prompt removal. If debris is blocked by parked vehicles, crews may be unable to complete collection in those areas…