SDOT has published a fall maintenance blog post which gives guidance and best practices for maintaining sidewalks, planting strips, and gutters. The post can be read in full here: https://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2024/10/09/fall-is-here-help-keep-sidewalks-planting-strips-and-gutters-clear-2/

Summary:

• In autumn, we all need to do our part to keep sidewalks, planting strips, and gutters clear where we live or own a business.

• This is important because keeping sidewalks clear of fallen leaves and overgrown vegetation makes it easier for everyone to get around, and reduces slipping risks when the sidewalk gets wet or frozen.

• This blog post includes reminders and tips on how you can help ensure safe, reliable access for people walking and rolling in the city.

• You can also learn more about preparing for winter weather and possible snow and ice storms, and how you can be ready before they arrive.

A pile of raked leaves on a neighborhood street. Photo credit: SDOT.