Comment on Cedar Rapids prepares for spring cleanup of derecho debris

CEDAR RAPIDS — The city is gearing up for a spring of continued cleanup after working through the winter to clear debris from trees downed in the Aug. 10, 2020, derecho.“We look forward to this spring when our cleanup efforts will continue. Everyone can help as we move forward with cleaning, replanting and working to make Cedar Rapids beautiful again,” Mayor Brad Hart said in a news release.Debris deadlineCedar Rapids residents have until April 19 to bring derecho tree debris to the curb for free pickup by crews.The city’s website, cedar-rapids.org, will reflect completed areas on a map.