Recycling drop-off site at 1201 N. Dodge moving to 1200 S. Riverside Drive effective September 21

Wednesday, September 9, 2020 - 11:15am
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Landfill and Recycling Center

The recycling drop-off bins at 1201 North Dodge St. (former location of Hy-Vee) will be moving to City-owned property at 1200 South Riverside Dr.

Due to anticipated future uses for the current recycling center’s building and site, which is owned by Hy-Vee, the bins will be moved on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020. The North Dodge site will no longer accept recycling at that time.

Hy-Vee has hosted the City’s recycling bins at the North Dodge site for several decades, and the City appreciates the successful long-term partnership. Over the years, programs have expanded and bins were...

A felled tree is shown.

Update: What to do with trees, limbs, debris from Aug. 10 storm

Tuesday, August 11, 2020 - 10:00am
Public Works

The thunderstorms and winds that hit the Iowa City area on Monday, August 10, 2020, left hundreds of downed trees, limbs, and wood debris in their wake.

Here is what residents can do with post-storm materials: Beginning Tuesday, August 11, 2020, City crews will remove storm debris that is at the back of the curb in the City Right of Way.

Do not place debris around fire hydrants, mail boxes, sign posts, or other obstructions. Please leave room around piles so equipment can safely access the debris.

Large limbs greater than four inches in diameter and longer than four...
Graphic detailing the Recycling and Upcycling series.

Repair, upcycle, and reduce waste with upcoming series!

Tuesday, January 14, 2020 - 3:30pm
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Part of Climate Action by Resource Management

Join in on the waste reduction fun with the Repair and Upcycle Series 2020.

This event series is held in January, February, and March, to offer education, tips, and resources on how to repair and upcycle “stuff” in order to reduce waste.

With all of these events, the goal is to learn a new repair or upcycle technique(s), and to get started on a project using that newly-learned skill. Some materials are offered, but participants are encouraged to bring their own.

Events will include:

Rag Rug Making Using Elements of Design to Upcycle Don't Toss the T-Shirts -...
Graphic telling that City Hall is closed on Monday, Jan. 1, 2020, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Schedule announced for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 - 4:30pm
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

Administrative offices at City Hall will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20, 2020, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The City is partnering with several local organizations to host an event to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King.

Note: Curbside garbage, recycling and organics will be collected on Monday.

Offices or facilities that will be closed or will operate on a revised schedule include:

Airport: Office will be closed, but Jet Air (FBO) will be open regular business hours. Animal Care and Adoption Center...

Graphic saying City offices will be closed Dec. 24, 25, and Jan. 1.

Holiday schedule and closures for City of Iowa City

Friday, December 13, 2019 - 7:45am
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

City Hall administrative offices in Iowa City will be closed on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, Dec. 24, Christmas Day, Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2019, and New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020.

The following schedules will be in effect for other City facilities during the holidays:

Airport: Office closed December 24, 25, and January 1. Jet Air (FBO) will be closed Dec.25, but will be available for a fee by calling 319-248-1200. Service will be available regular hours the other days. Self Services fuel (100LL and Jet-A) available 24-hours.

Animal...

A graphic with tips on how to reduce waste on Thanksgiving.

Tips on reducing waste this Thanksgiving

Tuesday, November 12, 2019 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Landfill and Recycling Center

When hosting a large number of people for a meal, it’s easy to over-prepare.

Consider these reduction tips when planning, cooking, and enjoying your delicious Thanksgiving meal.

1.) Plan your shopping list

Take a moment to plan your shopping list; only buy what you know you’ll use. This is especially important when purchasing perishable items like produce, dairy, and meat.

Don’t forget your reusable shopping bags!

2.) Skip paper or plastic cutlery

Ditch disposable, and go for reusable cutlery, dishware,...

The poster for the movie "The True Cost."

Library hosts America Recycles Day free movie night

Monday, November 4, 2019 - 12:30pm
Contact: 
Jane Wilch

Join the City of Iowa City and Iowa City Public Library in celebration of America Recycles Day for a film screening of the documentary “The True Cost.”

The screening will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, in the Iowa City Public Library's Meeting Room A.

"The True Cost" is a 2015 documentary centered on the environmental and personal impacts of the fashion industry and the influx of cheaper clothing products. Filmed in...

Landfill Hazardous Waste entrance

Pardon our construction!

Friday, August 30, 2019 - 4:45pm
Contact: 
Jennifer Jordan
Communications

The Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center is excited to announce an upcoming minor construction project on the main office building. The project will extend the overhang where household hazardous materials (HHM) are received by appointment. This will allow customers to pull through more easily. During construction, HHM will be accepted by appointment on the back (east) side of the facility at the overhead door. Customers should use Lane #3 to pull around the building.

Please visit www.icgov.org/hazardouswaste for more...

Rummage in the Ramp sets new records for amount of waste diverted and funds raised

Wednesday, August 21, 2019 - 7:15am
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Part of Climate Action by Communications

The 13th annual Rummage in the Ramp event diverted more than 32 tons of materials from curbs and dumpsters, setting a new record as more than 800 residents donated their still-usable items.

Rummage in the Ramp is an annual City-sponsored effort that began in 2007 to keep tons of reusable items out of the Iowa City Landfill, while providing items to those who need them when leases changeover at the end of July. This work dramatically reduces the amount of goods that go to the Landfill, a sustainability goal that serves as a vital part of the City's...

'Name Your Price' sale to close out Rummage in the Ramp

Thursday, August 1, 2019 - 9:00am
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Resource Management

On the last day of Rummage in the Ramp, starting at 7 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, take advantage of a “Name Your Price." Come down, see what’s left, and tell us what you’ll pay for it.

The sale is happening Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon, on the second floor of the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp, 415 E. Washington St. Visitors can use the College Street entrance of the ramp to access the sale.

This annual City-sponsored event occurs as leases changeover each year in Iowa City at the end of July. Most items are priced $20 or under. Profits are split between environmental and...

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