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Mission Statement of the Edgartown Climate Committee:
The mission of the Edgartown Climate Committee is to collect and record information through the lens of climate change; to educate our community with information to support the process of adaptation; to remain committed to being organic and ongoing in the pursuit of knowledge and action; to fortify our objectives by conveying the power of will as we urgently and tenaciously strive to protect our community in facing and resolving the harmful effects of climate change.
The Vineyard Way was created to inform and engage the community on the important work being done across the island to address climate change, promote resilience, and protect our unique environment. One of the key resources they feature is the Climate Action Plan, which outlines a shared vision for the island’s future, providing guidance for individuals, organizations, and municipalities alike. Their newsletter can be found here, which features news and updates.
Leaf Blower Regulations Now in Effect:
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June 1-October 14, 2026 Only electric/battery powered leaf blowers may be used in Edgartown
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8am-5pm 7 days a week with no use by professional landscapers or businesses on Sundays.
- No use on Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas
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Gas powered leaf blowers may only be used during fall clean up 10/15-1/15 and spring clean up 3/15-5/31 until 6/1/28 complete ban of gas powered leaf blower use
See below for the full Leaf Blower Regulations approved in 2025:
EDGARTOWN NOISE CODE
131-3. Leaf Blowers.
A. Findings and purpose.
Both gas-powered and electric leaf blowers are used extensively throughout Edgartown. Gas-powered leaf blowers generate excessive sound and pose a serious hazard to public health and quality of life. Electric leaf blowers are quieter, emit far less objectionable low-frequency noise, and do not present the same level of risk.
B. Permitted Activity.
1. Starting October 15, 2025, gas-powered and electric leaf blowers shall only be used as follows:
a. Between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, 7 days a week;
b. No use by professional landscapers or businesses on Sundays;
c. No use permitted on Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, or Christmas;
d. No more than two leaf blowers simultaneously on the same property.
2. Starting October 15, 2025, gas-powered leaf blowers shall only be operated from October 15 through January 15 and from March 15 through May 31.
Electric-powered leaf blowers may be operated year-round.
3. Starting on May 31, 2028, gas-powered leaf blowers shall not be used at any property in the Town.
4. Starting on May 31, 2028, electric leaf blowers shall continue to be used as set forth in Section B.1 above, provided that the manufacturer’s decibel rating is not more than 65 db.
C. Definition. Leaf blower means any device that uses air to move leaves, grass, and other debris.
D. Responsible Parties.
The following parties are responsible for any violation of this bylaw:
1. the party who employs the person operating the leaf blower; and
2. the party who owns the property where the violation occurs.
E. Administration and Enforcement.
1. The Town shall create and maintain an online application form for service providers to affirm their commitment to comply with the provisions of this Section 131-3. A list of service
providers who have so affirmed shall be made available to the public on the Town’s website.
2. The provisions of Section 131-2 concerning violations and penalties shall be applicable to violations of this Section 131-3.
Violations under this bylaw shall be enforced by the Police Department. Such acts shall constitute prima facie evidence of a violation of this chapter.
Penalties shall include: 1st offense: $100.00, 2nd offense: $200.00, 3rd offense: $300.00 and any offense thereafter.
F. Exemptions.
The Town shall not be subject to any restrictions in this Section 131-3 to remediate the impacts of a severe weather event or accident.
G. Severability.
In the event that any provision of this Section 131-3 shall be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
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