Leaf pickup to begin

COEUR d'ALENE - Last year the city of Coeur d'Alene hauled 820 dump truck loads - 2,174 tons - of leaves during its annual pickup program, which is set to begin again on Wednesday.

City crews will start pickup in neighborhoods south of Sherman Avenue and will work their way north. They are expected to complete the process by Dec. 1.

Residents are advised to keep leaves about 1 foot away from the curb line in order to allow storm water to flow. They are also encouraged to keep a safe distance away from the heavy equipment used by the crews.

The city will provide daily updates to residents on the progress of the pickup through its Facebook page (www.facebook.com/CDAgov) and blog (cdacity.blogspot.com). Additional information can be obtained by contacting the street department at (208)769-2233.