Piles of debris on Morse Boulevard, 466A, and all other areas
 

I think there was a thread earlier but it seems to have been frozen. Was curious re the piles of debris on the roadsides. From those who have been here through past storms, what is the timeframe those are typically removed? Had heard and experienced in the earlier storms this year (this is our first year) that the crews are great at cleanup after a storm. This storm was obviously much larger and created much more debris. It seemed like the crews got on it quick and got most of it piled up but have been surprised there doesn't seem to have been any collection and removal of the piles. What has been the typical timeframes from past experiences?

Tomorrow.

Previously, the debris only needed to be picked up in the general area of The Villages. Presently, it needs to be picked up from the gulf coast to the Atlantic coast, all across Central Florida.

So it might take a minute. Be patient.

From GoldWingnut

In this week's GWL I'll discuss FEMA funds for cleanup, Landowner Elections, Bonds being issues for fire stations 47, 48, 49, & 50. Where the heck is 50? I'll let you know what I think.

Gold Wingnut Live #37 10/20/2024 at 3:00 PM - YouTube

I think we had debris piles for a few weeks after Irma.

Correct.

The rumor going around was that we were waiting for FEMA. But I guess we're forbidden to ask that question.

Hopefully the new rumor that it's going to be picked up tomorrow will turn out to be true. I like that one a lot better -- unless we see "FEMA" on the side of the trucks!

Do you really rely on rumors for your information? It’s been communicated several times that they have been waiting for contractors to become available. The cleanup will be reimbursed by FEMA. Not performed by FEMA.
And please don’t come back tomorrow complaining that everything didn’t get picked up. They are starting tomorrow. That doesn’t mean they’ll get to everything picked up by tomorrow.

I remember driving down Hwy 301 after Irma and seen debris along
the highway after 4 months.

I don’t think we are waiting for FEMA. As mentioned earlier, there is debris from coast to coast and we are only a small part of that. In order to get FEMA funds for reimbursement it might be necessary to do something like coordinate cleanup across the area and that might be what drove the Oct 20 date. We have coordinated, we have scheduled, and now it’s just a matter of waiting for the hauler to get to us.

Why not go to Village Community Development Districts. And get the answers rather than rumors and conspiracy theories?


POST-HURRICANE MILTON DISTRICT DEBRIS HAUL UPDATE 10/10/24
The District has executed a Notice to Proceed for contracted Debris Management
Collection and Removal Services resulting from Hurricane Milton. Due to the overwhelming
demand created by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there is a shortage of debris collection
and removal services across multiple states; it will take several weeks or longer to
collect and thoroughly remove all storm-related debris. Given the amount of tree and
vegetation debris within The Villages, residents should expect a lengthy process for debris
collection and removal, depending on the area they reside within The Villages.
Reminders for Residents:
• Storm-related tree/vegetation debris should be piled in the Road Right of Way, which
is usually the 6-10’ grassy area of residential front lawns, behind the curb area.
Debris may NOT be placed on the road or multi-modal paths. Collectors will not
pick it up.
• Residential storm-related debris should be piled up by October 20, 2024, for pick-
up by our contracted debris management company. After that date, you will need to
remove your own storm debris, as the contractor will perform one sweep through
each unit. District Property Management will post a schedule on postal stations for
when each District should anticipate pick-up within their area.
• Jacobs will continue to pick up lawn clippings and residential lawn waste; they will
NOT pick up storm-related debris piles.
• Do not place household garbage or other debris for pick-up. Our debris collection
contractor will NOT pick it up.
• Do not drop storm-related debris on the roadway or recreation centers. Our debris
collection contractor will NOT pick it up.
• Do NOT use plastic bags for storm-related debris. Leave it unbagged or use
paper biodegradable bags only.
We ask for patience and understanding during this process since, as mentioned, it may
take weeks, if not more, to complete.
If you have any questions, please contact District Property Management 352-753-4022
Thank you for your patience during Hurricane Milton's aftermath. District staff is working
hard to restore our community to “normalcy” as

That would only work if they wanted the correct answers..... what if they really only want rumors and conspiracy theories? :rolleyes:

And if anyone is interested I saw a very professional looking and well equipped group of workers picking up storm debris Sunday afternoon on Camino Real..... it has started.
:thumbup:

First world problem! What's the fuss?

Generally 6-8 months.

Patience grasshopper, it’s been reported multiple times there is a shortage of haulers.

If that is the one on Central and McNeil. I wondered as well. We need that fire house - but will still be 3 miles away.