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News
Public Notice: Hearing and Letting and Advertisement for Bids
The Waste Commission of Scott County has released the following Advertisement for Bids for excavation and associated earthwork, utility installation, and construction of Cell 9 at the Scott Area Landfill.
2023 Holiday Recycling Guide
‘Tis the Season to Recycle Right! Our Holiday Recycling Guide will help you know how to dispose of items this season.
Holiday Hours
Scott Area Landfill will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve on Saturday, December 23 and all Waste Commission of Scott County facilities will be closed on Christmas Day, Monday, December 25, 2023.
Bryce Stalcup Appointed Executive Director
Waste Commission of Scott County announces Bryce Stalcup’s appointment as Executive Director. Commission Chair Mayor Bob Gallagher indicated the Board was pleased to appoint an internal candidate with an extensive level of experience and qualifications.
Keep batteries out of garbage & recycling carts
Help prevent fires at solid waste facilities! Keep lithium and rechargeable batteries out of your garbage and recycling carts, and instead drop them off for
Recycling Right at Home and at Work
When we “Go All In” and recycle at home and at work, we conserve energy, save landfill space, and make our community a cleaner and more beautiful place. The Scott Area Recycling Center receives and processes recyclables from Scott County communities and beyond.
Haul It In: Using the Scott Area Landfill
Since 1996, our state-of-the art landfill has served Scott County. The landfill handles municipal solid waste, construction and demolition material, and provides programs to recycle asphalt shingles, scrap metal, and tires. It also protects ground water and recovers methane for energy conservation
Plug In: Reboot and Recycle Electronics
At home and at work, electronic waste can be recycled. The Waste Commission’s Electronics Recovery Center accepts cell phones, computers, monitors, copy machines and more. We also shred hard drives for data security and serve Quad City businesses large and small.
Bring It In: Household and Business Hazardous Waste
Chemicals, cleaners, pesticides, paint and other hazardous waste can pollute our air and drinking water. The Waste Commission operates the Household Hazardous Waste program and assists businesses who generate small quantities of hazardous waste.
Pitch In for a Greener and Cleaner Quad Cities
Keep our stretch of the Mississippi beautiful. We offer anti-litter programs to adopt streets, beautify our green spaces, and support local clean-ups. Our iLiveHere and MAKE it YOURS! programs partner with individuals, businesses, and local groups to beautify our community.
Business Solutions
Go Green at Work: Business Solutions for QC Employers
From electronics, to small amounts of hazardous waste, we provide programs and consulting services to manage your business’ waste management and recycling needs.
