Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency

Spring is a great time to get rid of the stuff we don't use. Check out the game for a fun way to find out where things should go. https://dubuque.recycle.game/

Join DMASWA in celebrating Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.

https://wasterecyclingworkersweek.org/

Skip the disposables and plan ahead. Bring reusable dishes and tableware and avoid excessive packaging.

It’s Waste & Recycling Workers Week, our annual celebration of the dedicated waste professionals in our community! During the week of June 15-20, we encourage you to show your appreciation by serving those who serve our communities. This weeklong celebration seeks to recognize and celebrate the workers who serve in the waste and recycling industry as front-line responders.

Make your summer travels waste free!
- Pack lunches in reusable containers.
- Always carry and fill reusable water bottles.
- Avoid packaging - purchase local fresh food.
- Store leftover food properly so that it can be used later.

“It’s Waste Recycling Workers Week! Behind every curbside pickup is someone working hard in all conditions. One family in Des Moines hosts lemonade stands on pick-up day as a ‘thank-you’—what creative ideas can your neighborhood try?”

Action Steps:

· Help load extra recyclables on pickup day.

· Organize a neighborhood thank-you gesture—cards, snacks, or noise.

ATTENTION:
The DMASWA accepts limbs and tree debris at our Comporting Facility. However, all limbs must be less than 10' (ten feet) long and less than 10" (ten inches) in diameter. Tree Stumps are not accepted. Normal rates apply. For more information on what is and what is not accepted please visit

Organics/Yard Debris | Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency, IA Learn how to properly dispose of organic material and yard waste.

🌱 Most people think gardening is about growing plants.
But what if it's actually about growing yourself?
The scent of fresh soil has been linked to higher serotonin levels, helping lift your mood and ease stress. Getting your hands dirty does more than connect you to nature—it may also support a healthier microbiome and overall well-being.
Studies have shown that spending time in a garden can help reduce feelings of anxiety and depression, improve focus, and even ease some symptoms associated with ADHD. There’s something powerful about planting a seed, caring for it, and watching life unfold before your eyes.
Every flower that blooms, every vegetable that grows, and every w**d you pull is a reminder that growth takes time—and so do we.
Gardening isn't just a hobby.
It's therapy without walls.
It's exercise without a gym.
It's mindfulness without a meditation app.
And perhaps that's why people who spend time in gardens often report feeling happier, calmer, and more connected to life itself. 🌻💚
Do you grow anything in your garden? Tell us what you're growing this year! 👇