The city of Sturgis began brush pick-up service this week.
Routine early-spring collection had been scheduled to start April 7, but timeline was shifted due to severe damage from a storm that hit the area March 30.
Crews from Department of Public Works began on the north side of the city and will proceed southward.
Due to the anticipated volume of pickup, residents are asked to be patient as workers make their way through the city.
The city provides updates on progress at Facebook.com/sturgismi.
Residents are asked to place brush in the terrace area of their property. For properties with sidewalks, that is the grass area between the sidewalk and the curb or road. At properties without sidewalks, it typically is on the ground close to the curb or road. Avoid placing brush in the road or gutter pan.
In addition, the city’s compost site on Fawn River Road opened April 1 to accept brush. The site will operate on its regular seasonal hours, noon-7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday.
City residents may access the compost site at no cost, either by obtaining a pass at Sturgis City Hall or showing proof of residency at the compost site. Residents in nearby townships may purchase a pass at city hall, or contact their township office, to use the site.
