The ordinance forbids landscapers from using gas-powered leaf blowers from June 1 to Sept. 30. Landscapers who violate the ordinance will be subject to fines.

Leaf blowers whipped up debate in Yonkers, with residents concerned about air pollution and asthma sparring with landscapers who claim they cannot conduct their businesses efficiently without them.

Landscaper Larry Wilson, who attended the city council meeting, described the compromises as insignificant to his industry.

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While the ban is on now, the battle over leaf blowers in Yonkers is not over. The ordinance expires on June 1, 2008.