DEC. 20, 2023

The City of Dubuque is allowing its solid waste collection customers to set out one extra bag of garbage this holiday season. 

Beginning Tuesday, Dec. 26, through Saturday, Dec. 30, all customers will be allowed to set out one extra 35-gallon bag or container (up to 40 lbs.) without the usually required green sticker. Trash must be set out to the curb or alley line by 6 a.m. on the scheduled collection day. 

Residents are encouraged to properly dispose of materials by recycling or composting when possible. Recyclable items include most hard plastics labeled #1-#5, cardboard, and paper. Holiday items that can be composted through the City’s collection program include napkins, paper placemats, and most food products (except meat and dairy). Residents can search for the proper disposal method for these and many common materials at www.cityofdubuque.org/rethinkwaste