GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Many towns are beginning their springtime preparations. The city of Greenfield will begin street sweeping today, a process that can take several weeks to complete. Residents are asked not to sweep yard waste into the street and to avoid parking on the street during daylight hours. The town of Orange has also began street sweeping last week and will continue working as weather permits.
From the City of Greenfield:
DPW Spring Street Sweeping Begins Monday, March 24
GREENFIELD – The City of Greenfield will begin street sweeping on Monday, March 24, weather permitting. The DPW anticipates the process taking place over multiple weeks.
Street sweeping will occur during the day from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The downtown and municipal/school parking lots will be swept overnight. The general area for street sweeping is south of Silver Street (included) and east of I-91.
Important tips to consider:
• Avoid parking on the street during daylight hours until after your street is swept.
• Do not sweep sand into piles; the sweeper can do a better job if the sand is not consolidated. If the homeowner wants to pick up the sand, it can be brought to the Transfer Station without charge. Please do not place sand in the trash.
• Do not rake grass, leaves or branches into the street.
• Your patience with the noise and dust is appreciated. Water is used for dust control, but a small amount of dust is unavoidable.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Department of Public Works at 413-772-1528.