How many needles and cones do you have that you need to be clearing streets? And... | Hacker News

Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit

		BigTTYGothGF 25 days ago \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Portland's gas-powered leaf blower ban goes into e... How many needles and cones do you have that you need to be clearing streets? And surely a pushbroom would suffice for the sidewalks.

oooyay 25 days ago [–]

In just my neighborhood we have probably 30-40 large Douglas Firs and several types of pines and maples. It's a substantial amount, which is why the city has "leaf day". It just doesn't come out here.

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact