Clark Township Warns Branch Pickup Misuse Puts Program at Risk

Clark Township is reminding residents that its branch pickup program accepts branches only. The reminder follows a warning issued by the township after Department of Public Works crews discovered numerous prohibited items mixed into branch piles during recent processing.

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Problem Discovered

During the recent processing of collected branches, DPW crews found numerous prohibited items mixed into branch piles, including plastic, garbage, grass, rock, toys, and dirt. The discovery prompted a formal township statement addressing the issue.

What the Township Is Saying

Clark Township issued an official statement: "Continued misuse of the branch collection program threatens the Township's ability to process collected material, increases operating costs, and could result in changes to this service in the future. Your cooperation is essential to keeping this valuable program operating safely and efficiently for all residents."

What Is Accepted

The branch collection service is limited to branches only. Branches should be placed in designated piles separate from all other materials.

Prohibited Items

Residents are prohibited from placing the following materials in branch piles:

Plastic

Garbage

Grass

Rock

Toys

Dirt

Any other material besides branches

Placing any prohibited material in branch piles violates the program's requirements and disrupts the DPW's processing operations.

Service at Risk

Continued misuse threatens the program's continuation and could result in changes to the service or its eventual elimination. The township depends on resident compliance to keep the program operating efficiently and sustainably.

Action Required

Residents should review their branch placement practices and ensure only branches are placed in collection piles. Cooperation from all residents is necessary to maintain this valuable municipal service.

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FAQ

Q: What items are prohibited from branch pickup?
A: Prohibited items include plastic, garbage, grass, rock, toys, and dirt. Only branches should be placed in branch piles.

Q: Why is Clark Township warning residents about branch pickup?
A: DPW crews discovered numerous prohibited items mixed into branch piles during recent processing. Continued misuse threatens the program's ability to operate and increases costs.

Q: What happens if residents continue to misuse the branch pickup program?
A: Continued misuse could result in changes to the service or elimination of the program entirely. The township depends on resident compliance.

Q: How does misuse of the program affect operations?
A: Prohibited items complicate processing, increase operating costs, and strain the township's ability to process collected material efficiently.

Q: Can I put yard waste like grass in branch pickup?
A: No. Only branches are accepted. Grass, leaves, and other yard waste are prohibited.

Q: What should I do if I have materials other than branches?
A: Contact Clark Township's Department of Public Works for guidance on proper disposal methods for other materials.