Curbside Collection Cart Update - January Utility Bill InsertCity of Dubuque
City Council Meeting
Consent Items # 013.
Copyrighted
January 3, 2023
ITEM TITLE: Curbside Collection Cart Update - January Utility Bill Insert
SUMMARY: City Manager providing a copy of the Curbside Collection Cart Update
that will be distributed with the January mailing cycle of utility bills.
SUGGESTED Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Curbside Collection Carts Update - January Utility Bill Supporting Documentation
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Timeline is based on projected
orders, understanding that issues
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The City of Dubuque is moving to an automated
curbside collection process and mandatory
tipper carts for customers to improve the
safety and efficiency of trash collection.
Some curbside collection customers have already
begun receiving their trash carts, but the majority
will be delivered beginning in the spring.
Curbside collection customers who do not already
have a City -issued trash cart and are a current basic service
subscriber (35-gallon can or bag) will automatically receive,
a 35-gallon cart unless you notify the City otherwise.
(Details on requesting a different sized cart on back.)
This change is for trash carts only. Recycling containers are not changing at
this time. You can still use your yellow bin(s) or you can request a 96-gallon
recycling tipper cart at no charge!
Spring 2023
First mass rollout of carts to begin.
Approximately 8,000 carts will be
delivered by route.
Summer/Fall ?023
Second mass rollout of carts to begin.
Approximately 6,000 carts will be
delivered by route.
35-gal. cart 38.25" H x 19.75" W x 23.75" D $15.38
48-gal. cart 37.5" H x 23.5" W x 28.75" D $17.22
64-gal. cart 41.75" H x 24.25" W x 31.5" D $20.65
96-gal. cart 43.5" H x 29.75" W x 35.5" D $29.00
*Rates are adjusted annually and new rates will apply effective July 1, 2023
Questions? Call 563-589-4250
www.cityofdubuque.org/curbsidecol lection
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Please follow these important cart set -out instructions:
Arrows on lid should point toward the street/alley.
Place cart 2 feet away from containers and objects like parked
cars, poles, trees, and mailboxes.
Do not overfill cart. (If your cart is filled to capacity, place a green extra trash
sticker on the extra bag(s) and place next to the cart.)
When snow is present, place them in a clear, flat area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy the cart?
No. The current monthly curbside collection fee for each cart size is listed in the graphic
above. There is no additional fee for the cart.
What should I do with my old trash can?
Residents are encouraged to repurpose their old trash cans whenever possible; like
storage for yard and garden equipment, compost, rainwater collection, storage for pet
supplies, sports equipment, or firewood. However, crews will dispose of your can at no
charge if you set it out on your normal collection day mark it "TAKE."
Can I still use a green sticker?
Green stickers are still allowed for occasional extra trash setout. Set extra bag(s) next to cart.