The following information pertains to garbage, recyclables and yard waste collection for the residents of Elkhart. Other questions may be directed to:
Elkhart City Hall
PO Box 77
Elkhart, IA 50073
(515) 367-4735
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
MWA Board Member: Andrew Cory
Garbage
Elkhart has subscription garbage collection in which each resident contracts individually with a garbage hauler. The following companies provide residential services in Elkhart:
Residential Garbage Haulers:
- Ankeny Sanitation, (515) 964-5229
- Waste Connections of Iowa, Inc., (515) 265-7374
- Waste Management of Iowa, (515) 265-5267
Residents should contact the above companies for information on:
- Garbage collection dates
- Pickup days and times
- Large item (furniture, appliances, etc.) pickup procedures and fees
- Yard waste collection and fees
- Special pickup for elderly or disabled residents
Curb It! Residential Recycling
Curb It! Hauler: Waste Management of Iowa
Customer Service Number: Waste Management of Iowa. (515) 24-GREEN (47336)
Set Out Procedure: On your regular garbage pickup day, place your Curb It! cart at the curb. View the cart placement guidelines to ensure easy collection. Carts will now be picked up every other week, based on the color of your cart lid. View the calendar to see your collection schedule.
