Fleming issues brush pick-up reminder

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Van Wert Safety-Service Director Jay Fleming reminds city residents that there will be a brush pick-up starting this coming Monday, May 3.

Brush should be placed next to the curb by 7 a.m. that Monday. Do not place brush near poles, trees, or other obstructions.

The city will not pick up:

• Limbs larger than four inches in diameter or more than 10 feet long
• Brush that has been left behind by professional tree trimmers or private contractors
• Brush placed in bags or boxes
• Leaves