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1. How do I get a recycle bin?

If you are new to your home and a red recycle bin is not at the premise, call 641-236-2632 to arrange for a bin to be delivered to your home free of charge. If you are in need of an extra bin, or if your bin has been lost or stolen, it costs $8.50 to replace. If your bin has been damaged, a replacement bin can be obtained in exchange for the damaged bin at no charge. Call 641-236-2632 for further details.

2. How do I dispose of a television or other appliances?

Televisions and appliances can be placed at the curb for pick-up by city employees. Each item requires a $15.00 sticker attached and a pick-up scheduled by calling 641-236-2632. $15.00 stickers are available at the Public Service Department and the City Office. For more information, see the Solid Waste webpage. Solid Waste

3. When is the Brush & Compost facility open?

The brush & compost facility is open from early spring to late fall. The days and hours it is open are listed on the Brush & Compost Facility webpage. Brush & Compost Facilty

4. What can I place in my recycle bin?

See the recycling web page for a list of acceptable items and unacceptable items. Recycling

5. I spend the winter in the south; can I get reimbursement on sanitation charges?

If your home has been vacant for at least 3 consecutive months you can request reimbursement for sanitation charges incurred while it was vacant. Reimbursement is given in 3-month increments, i.e. 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, or 12 months. For more information and to submit a reimbursement request see the Extended Vacations webpage. Extended Vacations

6. Where can I purchase yellow bags or stickers for garbage?

$1.25 bags and stickers are available at the following locations: Fareway, Hy-Vee, McNally's Super Valu, Paul's Ace Hardware, Theisens, Wal-Mart, Public Service Department, and the City Office

7. How can I get a dumpster?

The Public Service Department rents dumpsters for limited time usage by residents and to commercial businesses for regular usage. See the Dumpster Rental webpage for more information. Dumpsters obtained from other entities require the Building & Planning Department be contacted if the dumpster is to be placed in the right-of-way. Dumpsters obtained from other entities to be placed in the Central Business District require a permit from the Building & Planning Department. The Building & Planning Department can be reached by calling 641-236-2600. Dumpster Rental

8. Where is the Transfer Station?

The Poweshiek County Transfer Station is located east of Grinnell on Highway 6. The address is 1163 Hwy 6, Malcom, IA 50157. Phone: 641-528-2801 See the SCISWA website for more information. SCISWA Website