Tree Debris Collection Following Storms

We are collecting tree debris following last night's storm.

Report Dangerous Conditions

• Call (319) 286-5747 to report dangerous tree conditions, including City right-of-way trees blocking driveways, any trees blocking streets, hanging limbs above streets or sidewalks, etc.
• Submit nonemergency tree debris requests through the My CR platform at com/MyCR. Go to Submit a Request » Trees » Storm Damage and fill out the form. Those unable to access the website may call (319) 286-5747 to report.

Debris Collection Instructions

For Logs and Larger Branches

• Stack in the City right-of-way between the street and sidewalk, or within the first 10 feet of the street if there is no sidewalk.
• Report the collection location: call (319) 286-5747 or use My CR at CityofCR.com/MyCR. Go to Submit a Request » Trees » Storm Damage and fill out the form.
• Deadline to report vegetative/non-organic debris for collection: Noon on Monday, July 22, 2024.
• Do not place large or heavy items in your YARDY cart.
• Debris will be collected in the SE and SW quadrants the week of July 22.
• Debris will be collected in the NE and NW quadrants the week of July 29.
• The last day we will collect debris will be on Friday, August 2, 2024.

For Smaller Branches and Plant Debris

• Place in your YARDY cart.
• • Lid must be closed for collection.
  • Weight limit is 200 pounds. Anything over this limit may cause injury to collection staff or damage to the collection vehicle.
  • Suitable for branches/twigs (less than 5 inches in diameter), leaves, grass clippings, and food compost.
  • Have your YARDY cart at your normal collection area by 7 a.m. on your regular collection day.

We cannot enter private property to collect tree debris. This includes locations such as private drives associated with homeowners' associations. This is not a 2020 Derecho debris collection program; assistance is for debris from recent storms only.

Other Options

• Non-organic debris (siding, shingles, fence pieces, etc.) will not be collected curbside. To schedule bulky item collection, contact the Cedar Rapids Solid Waste & Recycling division at (319) 286-5897.
• Residential tree debris and yard waste loads can be taken to the Cedar Rapids/Linn County Solid Waste Agency's compost/yard waste location, 2250 A Street SW, Cedar Rapids. There is a fee: $30.00 per ton ($10.00 minimum charge). Find more information online at SolidWasteAgency.org/Compost-Yard-Waste/Cost-Location

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