The City of Cambridge is working to address lingering leaf collection issues after an unseasonably mild fall followed by a sudden winter storm disrupted its carefully planned seasonal cleanup schedule. Municipal crews and contractors are now playing catch-up, attempting to clear leaves that were buried and frozen under snow before they could be collected, while also managing winter road maintenance responsibilities. City officials say the situation highlights the ongoing challenge municipalities face each year: balancing leaf collection timelines with unpredictable weather patterns. In Cambridge’s case, nature did not cooperate, forcing a pause in leaf pickup efforts and leaving some neighbourhoods…