Citywide branch pickup date nears

SANDPOINT — The city of Sandpoint has scheduled its annual city-wide branch pickup for April 13-17. All branches must be in place by April 12 for pickup, as city crews will not come through a second time.

Pickup guidelines:

• Stack all brush and branches lengthwise in the street along the curb — do not place branches on lawns. No leaves or bagged leaves.

• The maximum branch diameter is four inches and no longer than six feet. Larger branches or stumps will not be picked up.

• Do not mix brush piles with other items such as leaves, grass clippings, building materials, timbers, or commercial contractor generated tree waste. Crews will not remove mixed piles.

As a reminder, residents should prune branches that might overhang sidewalks to keep walkways clear and usable. Trees should also be trimmed a minimum of seven feet above the sidewalks and streets.