Des Moines City Opens Compost Center Additional Day

Press release from the City of Des Moines:

August 17, 2020

DES MOINES, IOWA – Monday, August 17, 2020 – Following last week’s storm, residents have dropped off nearly 2,900 loads of storm-related debris in just four days. In response to the huge turnout, the City of Des Moines Public Works Department announced today that the MWA Compost Center (1601 Harriett Street) will be open again Saturday, August 22 from 7 a.m.-2 p.m.The City’s regular SCRUB guidelines apply. The opportunity is for Des Moines residents only. Proof of residency is required. Trailers must be single axle. Commercial haulers must use the landfill.For additional information, residents are encouraged to call the 24-hour Public Works Customer Service Center at (515) 283-4950.

CONTACT Al Setka Communications Manager, City Manager’s Office (515) 238-4057 AMSetka@dmgov.org About the City of Des Moines The City of Des Moines: Iowa’s capital city and local government servicing more than 217,000 residents, 51+ neighborhoods, over 4,000 acres of parkland and 81 miles of trails. The City of Des Moines stands to be a financially strong city with exceptional city services, fostering an involved community in a customer friendly atmosphere.

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