Minneapolis Offers Free Sand for Sidewalks

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — After shoveling and clearing your sidewalks, spreading sand or ice-melting material is helpful. Minneapolis offers several sites where residents can pick up free sand for their residential sidewalks.

Locations are open 24-hours-a-day. Bring your own pail and shovel.

• 6036 Harriet Ave S 6036 Harriet Ave S, on West 60th Street between Lyndale and Harriet
• 1809 Washington St NE, at 18th and Jefferson
• E 27th Street, just east of Longfellow Avenue near the Public Works gate
• 2710 Pacific Street, outside the main Public Works gate between 27th and 28th Avenue North

For more information, call 311.

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