HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 2024 utility insert accessibleIowa City Lead Reduction Program
The new Federal Drinking Water Lead and Copper Rule Revisions took effect on October 16, 2024
and are a comprehensive update to the Lead and Copper Rule enacted in 1991.
The City has created a Lead Reduction Program to inform residents about the risk of lead exposure in
drinking water from home plumbing materials, require the replacement of broken lead water service
pipes, and provide resources to mitigate the liabilities associated with lead or lead contaminated
home plumbing materials. To learn more visit icgov.org/water.
Reduce holiday waste this season
• Choose sustainable gift wrap such as last year’s gift-bags, old newspaper or maps, fabric, or
reusable cloth bags. Most store-bought wrapping paper is not recyclable. Kraft paper is a
recommended alternative.
• Recycle old holiday lights now through Jan. 5 at the East Side Recycling Center (via ReStore
Donations), the Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center, and City Hall (bin located outside of
front entrance).
• Compost your natural holiday tree at the curb at no additional cost (curbside customers
only). Remove all decorations and do not put the tree in a plastic bag.
• Properly dispose of all batteries, including alkaline, lithium, and rechargeable, at battery
drop-off sites. View Iowa City locations at icgov.org/HHM.
What can’t be recycled at the curb? Glass, holiday lights, metallic or glitter greeting cards, gift
wrapping paper, tissue paper, plastic bags/film wrap, Styrofoam, and toys/shoes/clothing.
Notice: Batteries can cause landfill fires. Don’t put them in the trash.
For more information, visit icgov.org/Recycle or call 319-887-6110. Sign up for curbside service
notices at icgov.org/Subscribe.
Winter/spring recreation registration starts December 10
Registration for non-IC residents opens December 11.
Iowa City Parks and Recreation has something for everyone! Adult Recreation, aquatics, arts, STEAM,
nature and camps, adaptive and inclusive recreation, and youth sports.
View the Activity Guide and register online at icgov.org/Recreation. Participants can also register at
our recreation centers or by calling 319-356-5100.
Play for everyone
Iowa City Parks and Recreation has something for everyone! We are now accepting applications for
RecAssist, our income-eligible discount program. One application for Iowa City residents per
calendar year. For more information, visit icgov.org/Recreation.
Freeze Fest
Date and time: Sunday, February 2 from 1-3 p.m.
Location: Terry Trueblood Recreation Area
This event is free. No registration required. For more information, visit icgov.org/Recreation.