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Ban on gas leaf blowers passed in Portland; gradual phase-out begins in 2026

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The Portland City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to implement a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. The ordinance will apply to both public and private property within Portland. Gas blowers will be phased out beginning in 2026. A full ban will go into effect in 2028.

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The Oregonian

Ban on gas leaf blowers passed in Portland; gradual phase-out begins in 2026

The Portland City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a gradual ban on gas leaf blowers that will eliminate the machines year-round within the next four years.

2 months ago·Portland, United States

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Portland City Council unanimously bans gas-powered leaf blowers

Portland City Council votes to ban gas-powered leaf blowers in an effort to improve public health and quality of life.

2 months ago·Portland, United States

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OPB

Portland will ban all gas-powered leaf blowers by 2028

Portland City Council voted Wednesday to phase out the use of all gas-powered leaf blowers by 2028. The vote comes after years of debate among environmentalists, public health experts, and business owners.Gas-powered leaf blowers emit both air and noise pollution, endangering the health of people nearby. The ban applies to public and private property.Commissioner Carmen Rubio brought the proposal forward and said it would make the city a “health…

2 months ago·Portland, United States

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Gas Powered Leaf Blowers Banned In Portland

MGNPortland City Council has voted to gradually phase out the use of all gas-powered leaf blowers by 2028. Gas-powered leaf blowers have been identified as sources of air and noise pollution, posing risks to the health of individuals nearby, according to City Commissioner Carmen Rubio. The ban encompasses both public and private properties. While some landscaping professionals express concerns about the affordability of electric leaf blowers com…

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Portland City Council bans use of gas-powered leaf blowers

The Portland City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to implement a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers.Commissioner Carmen Rubio introduced the ordinance, citing

2 months ago·Portland, United States

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