Community Survey of Leaf Blowers

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The Richmond City Council is considering a potential ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. City Council directed staff to study the feasibility of banning gas-powered leaf blowers city-wide. City staff is soliciting community feedback to understand the opportunities and challenges of a possible ban.

Which best describes your personal experience with leaf blowers? *

Yes, I own or use one

Yes, my landscape/maintenance services uses them

No personal experience

Other:

If yes, what type is it?

Gas-powered, 2-stroke engine

Gas-powered, 4-stroke engine

Gas-powered, but not sure which type

Electric

I don't know

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When using a leaf blower, what is the main environmental impact that is of concern to you? (Choose 1) *

Respiratory problems (caused by heavy metals, dust, fecal matter, fungus, toxins, pesticides, pathogens)

Noise pollution

Topsoil loss

Air pollution

No concerns

Other:

Are you aware of the current City of Richmond Noise Ordinance (RMC Section 9.52.050) prohibiting the operation of leaf blowers from 9 PM to 7 AM on weekdays and 7 PM to 9 AM on weekends? *

Yes

If yes, are you satisfied with the current restrictions?

Yes

No preference

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Do you support banning the use of gas-powered leaf blowers in Richmond? *

Yes

No preference

Other:

If gas-powered leaf blowers were to be completely banned in Richmond, how should the ban be enforced? *

Written warning, then if noise persists violator will receive fine

Only verbal or written warning. Violator will not receive fine.

Other:

Please provide your nearest cross streets.

Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. We appreciate your feedback. Please leave any additional comments regarding the use of leaf blowers in Richmond. If you would like to learn more and give additional feedback, a community workshop will be held on Wednesday, September 11th at 3:30 PM at 450 Civic Center Plaza in the Point Molate Room located on the 2nd floor.

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