It’s a sure sign of spring.  Clear Lake and Ventura have each set their dates for large item pick-ups.  The events are intended to provide an opportunity for city residents to have items that are not normally picked up on trash day hauled away.
    The City of Ventura will hold its Large Item Pick-Up Day on Saturday, April 26. There is a $12 charge for each appliance picked up.  The following items are considered an appliance: VCR/DVD, printer, microwave, television set, copier, refrigerator, computer, de-humidifier, washer/dryer.  Call the Ventura City office at 829-3861 to have your address put on the list for appliance pickup.  The appliance fee can be added on to residents’ regular monthly water/sewer/garbage bill in Ventura.
    Clear Lake has designated May 5-7 for large item pickup.  Appliances will be picked up on May 7.  Stickers are available for purchase at City Hall which must be affixed to appliances for hauling.  
    The following items are not accepted in the Large Item Pick-Up Days: construction waste, batteries, tires, hazardous waste, solvents and yard waste.