City residents attempting to dig themselves out from under tree debris after recent storms are creating delays in the McMinnville Public Works Department’s attempt to pick up the piles.Due to the recent bad weather, the department has been hit with a storm of its own with an onslaught of calls for service. Public Works is asking residents for their patience and understanding.“We respectfully ask city residents be patient as we are currently experiencing a very high number of requests for brush collection,” said McMinnville Public Works assistant director Brad Hennessee. “Damage incurred by recent storms, combined with the usual increase in early spring time brush collection, has resulted in many residents who have experienced delays.