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## Posts

- [News](https://sciswa.org/news/) - Find out the latest news from South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency!
- [Full-Time Opening for Operator/Driver](https://sciswa.org/full-time-opening-for-operator-driver/) - SCISWA has an opening for a full-time Operator/Driver at the SCISWA Landfill in Tracy, Iowa. Duties to include: overseeing customer unloading activities, operating motorized equipment as directed, transporting leachate to wastewater treatment facility, hauling waste from Poweshiek Transfer Station to the Landfill and working as part of a 5-person team to maintain equipment, buildings, and grounds.
- [Upcoming Holiday Hours](https://sciswa.org/sciswa-hours-of-operation-and-holiday-closures/) - SCISWA facilities will be closed the following days Friday, July 3rd, 2026 OPEN Saturday, July 4th, 2026 Closed(Independence Day) Monday, September 7th, 2026 Closed (Labor Day) Thursday, November 26th, 2026 Closed for Thanksgiving Wednesday, December 24th, 2026 Closed at NOON Christmas Eve Thursday, December 25th, 2026 Closed for Christmas Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 Closed at
- [Recycling at the Landfill and Transfer Station](https://sciswa.org/recycling-at-the-landfill-and-transfer-station/) - Did you know we accept household recycling at SCISWA facilities? Bring your recycling too next time you visit us! Materials accepted include; paper, cardboard, plastic bottles and jugs, aluminum cans and more. Materials must be clean and loose (no plastic bags). Visit our recycling page for more information.
- [GOT GLASS?](https://sciswa.org/got-glass/) - Recycle your glass at our landfill or transfer station! Use this guide to determine if your glass is recyclable, then drop it in the purple bin. No bags and no boxes please-you want to hear that satisfying break when it hits the bottom of the bin! SCISWA Glass Recycling Flyer
- [Follow us on Facebook for closure notices](https://sciswa.org/weather-related-closures/) - In the event of weather related closures SCISWA will notify local haulers and post information on our website and Facebook page. Follow us on Facebook to get updated information and stay safe this winter season!
- [Rain Barrel Info and Registration](https://sciswa.org/rain-barrel-info-and-registration/) - WOW! Residents of Marion, Lucas, Monroe, and Poweshiek responded quickly to the rain barrels and all the rain barrels have been reserved. To celebrate Earth Day, This program encourages water conservation by collecting and reusing rainwater. Rain Barrels help reduce stormwater runoff, protect local waterways, and provide a free source of water for
- [Seasonal Laborer Position at Landfill](https://sciswa.org/seasonal-laborer-position-at-landfill/) - We have an opening for a seasonal laborer at the landfill near Tracy, Iowa. Previous equipment experience preferred such as mowers, skid-steer or other. Applicant will be able to work in a team on all aspects of landfill operations and maintenance. Job description available here: 2026 seasonal laborer job description Application link here or pick
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- [Poster Contest Winners](https://sciswa.org/poster-contest-submit-your-entry/) - Announcing the 2025 Poster Contest Winners-Congratulations to each of the students selected to be printed in the SCISWA 2026 calendar! Elementary students in third through fifth grades from Lucas, Marion, Monroe and Poweshiek counties participated in the annual SCISWA Poster Contest. Students were asked to create a poster illustrating the types of glass now accepted
- [SCISWA locations CLOSED until 12:00 Monday March 16th](https://sciswa.org/sciswa-location-closed-until-1200-monday-march-16th/) - Due to inclement weather the SCISWA Landfill and Poweshiek Transfer Station will be closed Monday morning. Both facilities will open at 12:00pm March 16th for regular business hours. We appreciate your business and stay safe out there!
- [2026 HHM Collection Events in your Community](https://sciswa.org/2024-hhm-collection-events-in-your-community/) - Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Events SCISWA is partnering with Metro Waste Authority to provide residents with a safe and responsible way to dispose of household hazardous waste. Many common home, garden, and automotive products contain chemicals that can be harmful to people, pets, wildlife, and the environment. If a product label includes words such as
- [Glass Recycling now available at our locations](https://sciswa.org/glass-recycling-now-available-at-our-locations/) - Recycle your glass bottles and jars at the SCISWA landfill and transfer station-just look for the purple bin! SCISWA has partnered with Ripple Glass of Kansas City Missouri to provide glass recycling to our service area. We accept all types and colors of glass jars or bottles for recycling, just dump them into the purple
- [Full Time Opportunity: Program Coordinator Position](https://sciswa.org/agency-seeking-qualified-candidates-for-director-position/) - SCISWA is seeking an energetic, outgoing self-starter with strong environmental/ education background and good communication skills. Candidate will provide technical assistance for environmental monitoring and compliance for the Agency, its customers, and the public. Candidate will administer Environmental Management System program, administer landfill outreach and educational program, market Agency services, administer safety program, and all
- [HWY T17 Construction is Complete](https://sciswa.org/upcoming-road-closure-on-hwy-t17/) - Thank you for your patience throughout this road construction project-Hwy T17 is now open both ways and we are here to serve you!
- [Poster Contest Winners to be announced in December](https://sciswa.org/poster-contest-winners-announced-monday/) - SCISWA will announce winners of the 2025 Poster Contest the week of December 8. Watch sciswa.org for news!
- [HHM Disposal Appointments now Available](https://sciswa.org/hhm-disposal-appointments-now-available/) - SCISWA will begin accepting Household Hazardous Materials on Wednesday April 9, 2025 at the landfill and transfer station. Appointments are available Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout the collection season (April-October). Cleaners, oil based paint, automotive fluids, and many other materials are accepted from residents at no charge -book your appointment online or call us at
- [HHM collection ends November 1](https://sciswa.org/household-hazardous-materials-accepted-by-appointment/) - Make your appointment to dispose of household hazardous materials! Appointments for HHM disposal are available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the SCISWA Landfill in Tracy and Transfer Station in Malcom. Materials accepted include fluorescent bulbs, rechargeable batteries, spray paint, oil paint, and household chemicals. For a complete list of accepted wastes or for more information
- [Last call for HHM!](https://sciswa.org/last-call-for-hhm/) - We are accepting Household Hazardous Materials through Friday October 31st at the landfill and transfer station. Appointments are available Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout the collection season (April-October). Cleaners, oil based paint, automotive fluids, and many other materials are accepted from residents at no charge -book your appointment online or call us at 641-828-8545 for
- [Enter today! Poster Contest theme: Glass Recycling](https://sciswa.org/enter-today-2025-sciswa-poster-contest-theme-glass-recycling/) - Help us spread the word about our new glass recycling program by submitting a poster! Click here to find out the do’s and don’ts of glass recycling in our communities. Draw a picture showing what can and can’t be recycled-use your artistic skills and make it colorful with markers, crayons, or colored pencils. Keep your
- [2025 Poster Contest-glass recycling](https://sciswa.org/2023-poster-contest-ecology/) - Help us spread the word about our new glass recycling program by submitting a poster! Click here to find out the do’s and don’ts of glass recycling in our communities. Draw a picture showing what can and can’t be recycled-use your artistic skills and make it colorful with markers, crayons, or colored pencils. Keep your
- [Last call-make your appointment now!](https://sciswa.org/make-your-hhm-disposal-appointment-online/) - We are accepting Household Hazardous Materials through Friday October 31st at the landfill and transfer station. Appointments are available Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout the collection season (April-October). Cleaners, oil based paint, automotive fluids, and many other materials are accepted from residents at no charge -book your appointment online or call us at 641-828-8545 for
- [Rethinking food waste this Holiday Season](https://sciswa.org/rethinking-food-waste-this-holiday-season/) - With the increase in food prices we are all looking for ways to cut costs but still enjoy the family traditions that make our holidays special. Often, the same tips that help us reduce costs are also environmentally friendly - reducing food waste preserves the resources and energy used to produce and distribute food.
- [Used Equipment For Sale](https://sciswa.org/used-equipment/) - SCISWA is accepting bids on used equipment. Visit https://www.govdeals.com/SCISWA 2500 Gallon double wall tank with dispenser https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/16/10734 Intl 35 Powered Hay Rake https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/19/10734 JD 935 Diesel Zero Turn Mower https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/18/10734 JD 510 Round Baler https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/17/10734 Steco 45’ Walking Floor trailer with Auto Tarper https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/12/10734 Mac 48’ Walking Floor Trailer
- [OPENING: LANDFILL SCALE ATTENDANT](https://sciswa.org/seasonal-laborer-full-time-hours/) - SCISWA is now accepting applications for a permanent part-time scale attendant at our Landfill in Tracy, Iowa. Qualified applicants will have good communication skills, be familiar with office machines, and be able to work independently. Duties include but are not limited to: customer service, scale and computer operation, collection of fees, preparation of daily deposits,
- [Last Year's Contest Entries still posting on Facebook!](https://sciswa.org/i-am-a-recycler-contest-entries-posting-on-our-facebook-page/) - The last entries from the 2021 SCISWA Poster Contest will be posted soon! Stay tuned for reveal of the "COMPOST" 2023 Cover Winner to be announced Monday December 19. Watch for your student's "I Am a Recycler" entry by following here and don't forget to like your favorites! Entries are be presented by school in
- [Get FREE household products at Swap Shop](https://sciswa.org/free-household-products-available-at-new-landfill-swap-shop/) - Visit our new Swap Shop to get free household cleaners, paints, lawn and garden chemicals and more. When usable materials come in during our household hazardous waste appointments, we set that stuff aside in our Swap Shop rather than sending it on with a hazardous waste contractor for final disposal. Recycling isn't just about paper
- [Now accepting plastic bags](https://sciswa.org/now-accepting-plastic-bags/) - Bring your clean plastic grocery sacks to the landfill- we share them with local shelters for reuse! Bags must be clean and dry. Look for the blue cans next to the recycling trailer in our convenience area behind the scale house.
- [Upcoming HHM Collection in your Community](https://sciswa.org/upcoming-household-hazardous-waste-collection-in-your-community/) - Are you wondering how to dispose of oil-based paint, cleaners, and automotive fluids safely? Store them and watch for the next HHM collection event in your community: dates to be announced soon! HHM collection events provide free disposal of household hazardous materials to residents of Lucas, Marion, Monroe and Poweshiek counties. Waste from schools &
- [Public Notice:  Municipal Solid Waste Sanitary Landfill Preliminary Permit Renewal](https://sciswa.org/public-notice-municipal-solid-waste-sanitary-landfill-preliminary-permit-renewal/) - MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE SANITARY LANDFILL PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice Number: 63-SDP-02-77-6 Notice Date : 3/5/2024 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has made a preliminary determination to renew the landfill operation permit and approve a request from the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency to construct two new disposal cells at the South Central
- [OFFICIAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING](https://sciswa.org/official-notice-of-public-hearing/) - CONCERNING PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT AND ENGINEER’S ESTIMATED COST AND NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS A public hearing will be held at 9:30 AM (local time) on the 13TH of March, 2024, at the scalehouse at the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency (SCISWA) Sanitary Landfill, located at
- [Renewable Energy is here!](https://sciswa.org/renewable-energy-is-here/) - The SCISWA Landfill and Transfer Station sites have transitioned to solar powered energy! Using grant funds provided by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, the Agency has installed rooftop solar arrays at both locations capable of providing all energy needs for the offices and transfer station. This emission reduction is equivalent to removing 8 passenger
- [Asphalt repair at Landfill Oct 11-13](https://sciswa.org/road-construction-on-highway-t17-beginning-oct-24th/) - We are repairing asphalt at the scale house beginning Wednesday October 11th through Friday October 13th. Please watch for construction crews and use detour lanes as marked. Thank you for your patience and drive safely!
- [LANDFILL OPEN AND ACCEPTING WASTE](https://sciswa.org/landfill-closed-to-public-nov-21st-28th/) - Thank you for your patience as we replaced the scale- we are open for business! Regular hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm, Saturday 7:30am - 12:00pm
- [LANDFILL CLOSED THROUGH MAY 1ST](https://sciswa.org/landfill-closed-through-may-1st/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency landfill in Tracy, IA is closed to the public Monday April 24th through May 1st. The landfill will not be able to weigh incoming loads of residential waste as we replace the scale this week. The landfill will not accept waste from anyone without a charge account, please plan
- [Tire disposal fees as of January 1](https://sciswa.org/tire-disposal-fees-as-of-january-1/) - Car tire (up to 8 tires): $5.00 each Pickup tire (up to 8 tires): $8.00 each Car, Pickup, Semi, Sprint tires (over 8): $400.00 per ton Ag/Equipment tires: $600.00 per ton Rim Fee (added to tire fee): $10.00 per rim
- [2022 SCISWA Poster Contest Winners!](https://sciswa.org/2019-sciswa-poster-contest-winners/) - Elementary students in third through fifth grades from Lucas, Marion, Monroe, and Poweshiek counties were invited to submit a poster about composting food waste at home. Twenty-five posters were selected by our EMS team to be printed in the 2023 SCISWA Calendar. Watch our Facebook page throughout 2023 to see each contest entry featured! Grand
- [Hazardous Waste Disposal for Eligible Businesses](https://sciswa.org/municipal-solid-waste-sanitary-landfill-public-notice/) - Did you know that SCISWA accepts some hazardous materials from select businesses? Check our Small Business Services page for more information about disposal of fluorescent bulbs, sharps, agricultural chemicals and more.
- [Request for Proposals](https://sciswa.org/request-for-proposals/) - The South Central Iowa Solid Agency Board of Directors has approved an RFP for a transfer trailer to be used at the SCISWA Transfer Station near Malcom, IA. Notice is hereby given that the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency will receive sealed proposals for the purchase of one transfer trailer meeting the requirements

## Pages

- [Home](https://sciswa.org/) - At South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency, we take pride in being your waste management resource in Lucas, Marion, Monroe, and Poweshiek Counties.
- [Agendas and Meeting Minutes](https://sciswa.org/about/meeting-minutes/) - SCISWA Board Meeting Agenda and Minutes 2026 MAY 13, 2026 Agenda MAY 13, 2026 Minutes JUNE 10, 2026 Agenda June Minutes JULY 8, 2026 Agenda July Minutes August Agenta August Minutes September Agenda September Minutes
- [Mobile Events](https://sciswa.org/hazardous-materials/mobile-events/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency and Metro Waste Authority can help you with household hazardous waste disposal at one of our mobile events.
- [Rain Barrel Info and Registration](https://sciswa.org/news/rain-barrel-info-and-registration/) - WOW! Residents of Marion, Lucas, Monroe, and Poweshiek responded quickly to the rain barrels and all the rain barrels have been reserved. Registration is now closed. To celebrate Earth Day, SCISWA was offering free rain barrels to residents in our service area. This program encourages water conservation by collecting and reusing rainwater. Rain Barrels
- [Identifying Hazardous Materials](https://sciswa.org/hazardous-materials/identifying-hazardous-materials/) - Everyone wants to make sure they’re disposing of hazardous waste properly. But how do you know is something is hazardous? Learn more about hazardous waste disposal from SCISWA!
- [Transfer Station](https://sciswa.org/transfer-station/) - Located on Highway 6 in Poweshiek County, the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency Transfer Station can help you with waste management and waste disposal.
- [HHM Disposal Appointments at SCISWA](https://sciswa.org/hazardous-materials/drop-off/) - Household hazardous waste and hazardous waste from small businesses may be delivered to the permanent drop-off facility at the SCISWA Landfill or the Poweshiek Transfer Station for disposal.
- [Small Business Services](https://sciswa.org/hazardous-materials/small-business-services/) - Learn about federal regulations on commercial waste disposal of hazardous materials from South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency.
- [City of Knoxville](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-knoxville/) - www.knoxvilleia.gov Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Brown's Town & Country Sanitation 517 N. Depot St. Knoxville, Iowa 50138 641-842-4176 www.brownssanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: roll-offs. Call for pricing. Harrington Trucking 1557 Hwy T17 Harvey, Iowa
- [Marion County - Rural](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/marion-county-rural/) - www.marioncountyiowa.gov Garbage Audas Sanitation P.O. Box 610 Montezuma, IA 50171 641-623-5691 www.audassanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Brown's Town & Country Sanitation 517 N. Depot
- [Board & Staff](https://sciswa.org/about/board-and-staff/) - Meet the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency's Board of Directors and staff!
- [Monroe County - Rural](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/monroe-county-rural/) - Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Carter-Miller Services P.O. Box 396 Moravia, Iowa 52571 641-724-3673 Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us
- [Lucas County - rural](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/lucas-county-rural/) - Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Carter-Miller Services P.O. Box 396 Moravia, Iowa 52571 641-724-3673 Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us
- [City of Williamson](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-williamson/) - Garbage All Williamson residences are required to have solid waste disposal service. Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters,
- [City of Russell](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-russell/) - Garbage All Russell residences are required to have solid waste disposal service. Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters,
- [City of Pella](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-pella/) - www.cityofpella.com Garbage All residences in the city of Pella are contracted for curbside garbage collection which includes curbside recycling. For more information visit the city's Trash and Recycling page. Audas Sanitation P.O. Box 610 Montezuma, IA 50171 641-623-5691 www.audassanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Country Trash
- [City of Melrose](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-melrose/) - Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Carter-Miller Services P.O. Box 396 Moravia, Iowa 52571 641-724-3673 Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000
- [City of Lucas](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-lucas/) - Garbage All Lucas residences are required to have solid waste disposal service. Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential collection. Additional services available: bulky items,
- [City of Lovilia](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-lovilia/) - Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Carter-Miller Services P.O. Box 396 Moravia, Iowa 52571 641-724-3673 Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163
- [City of Derby](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-derby/) - Garbage All Derby residences are required to have solid waste disposal service. Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters,
- [City of Chariton](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-chariton/) - www.chariton.org Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Midwest Sanitation and Recycling
- [City of Albia](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-albia/) - http://www.cityofalbia.com/ Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Carter-Miller Services P.O. Box 396 Moravia, Iowa 52571 641-724-3673 Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa
- [City of Pleasantville](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-pleasantville/) - www.discoverpleasantville.com Garbage Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Harrington Trucking 1557 Hwy T17 Harvey, Iowa 50119 641-891-3337 Roll-offs and dump trucks available. Call for pricing. Maxim Trucking 902 West 8th Pella, Iowa 50219
- [Glass containers](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/glass-containers/) - Glass recycling is a simple but powerful way to cut down on waste and conserve resources. Unlike many materials, glass can be recycled endlessly without losing quality or purity, making it one of the most sustainable packaging options. Recycling glass reduces the need for raw materials like sand, soda ash, and limestone while saving energy
- [Residential Recycling](https://sciswa.org/recycling/residential-recycling/) - Recycling paper, glass, plastic, aluminum, and other materials is easy and accessible throughout the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency planning area.
- [Landfill](https://sciswa.org/landfill/) - The South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency landfill serves as a waste management and recycling solution for Lucas, Marion, Monroe, and Poweshiek Counties.
- [Unit-Based Pricing](https://sciswa.org/resources/unit-based-pricing/) - Pay as you throw. Unit-based pricing (UBP) garbage collection is a simple pricing model: how much you pay depends on how much you throw away.
- [Cardboard](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/cardboard/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you with cardboard recycling and disposal.
- [City of Melcher-Dallas](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-melcher-dallas/) - https://melcherdallasiowa.org/ Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Waste Management Des
- [City of Marysville](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-marysville/) - Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Direct haul to:
- [City of Harvey](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-harvey/) - Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Direct haul to:
- [City of Hamilton](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-hamilton/) - Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Direct haul to:
- [City of Bussey](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-bussey/) - Garbage Baird Sanitation 26986 550th St Chariton, Iowa 50049 641-862-3734 Roll-offs available. Additional services available include bulky items, appliances. Call for pricing Country Trash LLC 127 S. Main Melcher, Iowa 50163 641-947-6000 Visit us on Facebook Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Direct haul to:
- [Scrap Metal](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/scrap-metal/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you with scrap metal recycling and disposal.
- [Grass, Leaves, and Brush](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/grass-leaves-and-brush/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you with yard waste disposal.
- [Environmental Management System & Policy](https://sciswa.org/environmental-policy/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency established its Environmental Management System in 2010 to improve the agency’s environmental impact.
- [City of Victor](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-victor/) - www.victoriowa.com Garbage All Victor residences are required to have solid waste disposal service. S&J Sanitation 567 Hilton St. E Marengo, 52301 319-642-3325 Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Sam Berman & Sons 3871 50th St Grinnell, Iowa 50112 641-236-5696 www.sambermanandsons.com Residential and commercial collection of construction/demolition waste. Roll-offs
- [City of Searsboro](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-searsboro/) - Garbage All Searsboro residences are required to have solid waste disposal service which includes curbside recycling service. Audas Sanitation P.O. Box 610 Montezuma, IA 50171 641-623-5691 www.audassanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Sam Berman & Sons 3871 50th St Grinnell, Iowa 50112 641-236-5696 www.sambermanandsons.com Residential
- [City of Montezuma](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-montezuma/) - www.montezumaiowa.org Garbage All Montezuma residences are required to have solid waste disposal service which includes curbside recycling. Audas Sanitation P.O. Box 610 Montezuma, IA 50171 641-623-5691 www.audassanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Direct haul to: South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency Recycling
- [City of Malcom](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-malcom/) - Garbage All Malcom residences are required to have solid waste disposal service which includes curbside recycling. Audas Sanitation P.O. Box 610 Montezuma, IA 50171 641-623-5691 www.audassanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Sam Berman & Sons 3871 50th St Grinnell, Iowa 50112 641-236-5696 www.sambermanandsons.com Residential and
- [City of Hartwick](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-hartwick/) - Garbage All Hartwick residences are required to have solid waste disposal service. S&J Sanitation 567 Hilton St. E Marengo, 52301 319-642-3325 Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Sam Berman & Sons 3871 50th St Grinnell, Iowa 50112 641-236-5696 www.sambermanandsons.com Residential and commercial collection of construction/demolition waste. Roll-offs only. Call
- [City of Guernsey](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-guernsey/) - Garbage All Guernsey residences are required to have solid waste disposal service which includes curbside recycling. Audas Sanitation P.O. Box 610 Montezuma, IA 50171 641-623-5691 www.audassanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Sam Berman & Sons 3871 50th St Grinnell, Iowa 50112 641-236-5696 www.sambermanandsons.com Residential and
- [City of Grinnell](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-grinnell/) - www.grinnelliowa.gov Garbage All Grinnell residences and businesses are required to have solid waste disposal service, click here to be redirected to the City's Solid Waste information. Direct haul to: South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency Recycling Drop-Off location: Public Service Department building at 1411 1st Avenue, click for more information. Accepted Materials:
- [City of Deep River](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-deep-river/) - Garbage All Deep River residences are required to have solid waste disposal service which includes curbside recycling. Audas Sanitation P.O. Box 610 Montezuma, IA 50171 641-623-5691 www.audassanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Sam Berman & Sons 3871 50th St Grinnell, Iowa 50112 641-236-5696 www.sambermanandsons.com Residential
- [City of Brooklyn](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-brooklyn/) - www.brooklyniowa.com Garbage All Brooklyn residences are required to have solid waste disposal service which includes curbside recycling services. Audas Sanitation P.O. Box 610 Montezuma, IA 50171 641-623-5691 www.audassanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Sam Berman & Sons 3871 50th St Grinnell, Iowa 50112 641-236-5696 www.sambermanandsons.com
- [Poweshiek County - Rural](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/poweshiek-county-rural/) - www.poweshiekcounty.org Garbage Audas Sanitation P.O. Box 610 Montezuma, IA 50171 641-623-5691 www.audassanitation.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: bulky items, dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Dodd's Trash Hauling & Recycling, Inc. 2910 W. 4th St S. Newton, Iowa 50208 641-791-9195 www.doddstrashrecycling.com Residential and commercial collection. Additional services available: dumpsters, roll-offs. Call for pricing. Gralnek-Dunitz Co, Inc.
- [City of Swan](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/city-of-swan/) - Garbage Waste Management Des Moines, Iowa Residential and commercial collection. Contact the city to arrange service: 515-360-2056. Direct haul to: South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency Landfill Recycling Contact the city for information on curbside recycling. Drop-off location: SCISWA Landfill - 1736 Hwy T17, Tracy Accepted materials: Cardboard: egg cartons, paper bags, cereal
- [About](https://sciswa.org/about/) - The South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency (SCISWA) is a four-county intergovernmental organization serving Lucas, Marion, Monroe, and Poweshiek Counties in Iowa.
- [Tires](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/tires/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you with tire recycling and disposal.
- [Fluorescent lights](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/fluorescent-lights/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you dispose of fluorescent lights with fluorescent tube recycling.
- [Electronics](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/electronics/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you dispose of electronic waste with electronics recycling.
- [Clean Rubble](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/clean-rubble/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you with concrete recycling and disposal.
- [Auto Batteries](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/auto-batteries/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you recycle auto batteries.
- [Antifreeze](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/antifreeze/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you with antifreeze recycling.
- [Recycling](https://sciswa.org/recycling/) - Communities in the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency service area provide recycling options to residents and businesses to help you manage your waste and divert paper, glass, plastic, aluminum, and other materials from landfill disposal whenever possible.
- [Municipal Wood Chipper Rental](https://sciswa.org/municipal-services/municipal-wood-chipper-rental/) - Free wood chipper rental for yard waste and brush management is available to counties or cities within Lucas, Marion, Monroe, and Poweshiek Counties from SCISWA.
- [Waste Oil](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/waste-oil/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you with oil recycling and disposal.
- [Find My Community](https://sciswa.org/find-my-community/) - Looking for a waste hauler that operates in your town? Need a local recycler? South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you find companies that serve your area.
- [SCISWA Recycling Guides](https://sciswa.org/recycling/sciswa-recycling-guides/) - Use our Find My Community guide to learn about your local recycling programs.
- [Hazardous Materials](https://sciswa.org/hazardous-materials/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency provides year-round household hazardous waste and small business hazardous waste management services for Lucas, Marion, Monroe, and Poweshiek Counties.
- [Policies & Procedures](https://sciswa.org/about/policies-and-procedures/) - Learn about the policies and procedures of the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency.
- [Waste Characterization](https://sciswa.org/resources/waste-characterization/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency participated in the DNR’s 2011 statewide waste characterization. Waste sorting occurred at SCISWA facilities.
- [SCISWA Terms and Conditions](https://sciswa.org/sciswa-terms-and-conditions/) - This website contains licensed stock photography and/or images and other copyrighted material. Users are prohibited from downloading such material from this website for anything other than personal use, and are prohibited from republication, retransmission, reproduction, or other use of any licensed or original material. South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency is not liable for any
- [Municipal Services](https://sciswa.org/municipal-services/) - SCISWA provides assistance to member communities through several municipal programs. For more information on these programs and other ways that SCISWA can assist municipalities contact us. Municipal Wood Chipper Rental Program
- [FAQs](https://sciswa.org/faqs/) - Do you have questions about the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency? Learn more about SCISWA and the world of solid waste disposal and waste management.
- [Legislative Action Affects SCISWA](https://sciswa.org/resources/legislative-action-affects-sciswa/) - Learn about the environmental and waste management legislation that affects South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency and contact your local legislators.
- [Education](https://sciswa.org/education/) - Learn how South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency supports environmental education in and out of the classroom. Our goal is to educate the communities we serve about what they can do to protect the environment.
- [Paint Disposal](https://sciswa.org/hazardous-materials/drop-off/latex-paint/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you with paint recycling and disposal.
- [Batteries](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/batteries/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you with battery recycling and disposal.
- [Appliances](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/appliances/) - South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency can help you recycle and dispose of refrigerators, freezers, microwaves, and other appliances.
- [Special Items](https://sciswa.org/recycling/special-items/) - Many special waste items that can't go in a city recycling bin or drop-off recycling container can be recycled by delivery to a South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency facility or other business.
- [Business Recycling](https://sciswa.org/recycling/business-recycling/) - Business and commerical recycling is easy and accessible throughout the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency planning area.
- [Contact](https://sciswa.org/contact/) - Contact the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency to learn more about our waste management and disposal services.
- [Venue Template](https://sciswa.org/venue-template/) - [CONTENT]
- [Taxonomy Template](https://sciswa.org/taxonomy-template/) - [CONTENT]
- [Organizer Template](https://sciswa.org/organizer-template/) - [CONTENT]
- [Events Template](https://sciswa.org/events-template/) - [CONTENT]
- [Resources](https://sciswa.org/resources/) - Learn more about key issues and ideas in the world of solid waste disposal and waste management.
- [Survey](https://sciswa.org/survey/) - Take the SCISWA website survey today!

## Events

- [Grinnell HHM Collection Event](https://sciswa.org/events/grinnell-hhm-collection-event-2/) - 2024 Grinnell Flyer
- [Pella HHM Collection Event](https://sciswa.org/events/pella-hhm-collection-event-2/) - 2024 Pella Flyer
- [Melcher-Dallas HHM Collection Event](https://sciswa.org/events/melcher-dallas-hhm-collection-event/) - Household Hazardous Materials Collection Event Click here to view event flyer: Melcher-Dallas: Saturday October 23rd
- [SCISWA Closed for New Year's Day](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-new-years-day-2/)
- [SCISWA Closing at 12:00pm for New Year's Eve](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closing-at-1200pm-for-new-years-eve/)
- [SCISWA Closed for Christmas Day](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-christmas-day-2/)
- [SCISWA Closing at 12:00pm for Christmas Eve](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closing-at-1200pm-for-christmas-eve/)
- [SCISWA Closed for Thanksgiving Day](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-thanksgiving-day/)
- [SCISWA Closed for Labor Day](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-labor-day-2/)
- [SCISWA Closed for Independence Day](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-independence-day/)
- [SCISWA Closed for Memorial Day](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-memorial-day/)
- [Pleasantville HHM Collection Event](https://sciswa.org/events/pleasantville-hhm-collection-event/) - Household Hazardous Materials Collection Event Click here to view event flyer: Pleasantville: Saturday October 9th
- [Knoxville HHM Collection Event](https://sciswa.org/events/knoxville-hhm-collection-event/) - Household Hazardous Materials Collection Event Click here to view event flyer: Knoxville: Wednesday June 9th
- [Grinnell HHM Collection Event](https://sciswa.org/events/grinnell-hhm-collection-event/) - Household Hazardous Materials Collection Event Click here to view event flyer: Grinnell: Saturday May 22nd
- [Chariton HHM Collection Event](https://sciswa.org/events/chariton-hhm-collection-event/) - Household Hazardous Materials Collection Event Click here to view event flyer: Chariton: Wednesday May 5th
- [Pella HHM Collection Event](https://sciswa.org/events/pella-hhm-collection-event/) - Household Hazardous Materials Collection Event Click here to view event flyer: Pella: Saturday April 17th
- [SCISWA closed for Independence Day](https://sciswa.org/events/independence-day-sciswa-closed/)
- [SCISWA Closed for Labor Day](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-labor-day/)
- [SCISWA Closed for Thanksgiving](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-thanksgiving/)
- [SCISWA Closed at 12:00 pm for Christmas Eve](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-at-1200-pm-for-christmas-eve/)
- [SCISWA Closed for Christmas Day](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-christmas-day/)
- [SCISWA Closed at 12:00pm for New Year's Eve](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-at-1200pm-for-new-years-eve/)
- [SCISWA Closed for New Year's Day](https://sciswa.org/events/sciswa-closed-for-new-years-day/)
- [Closed in observance of Memorial Day](https://sciswa.org/events/closed-in-observance-of-memorial-day/)
- [Pleasantville Household Hazardous Waste Collection](https://sciswa.org/events/chariton-household-hazardous-waste-collection/) - This event is free and only for residents of Lucas, Marion, Monroe and Poweshiek counties. Waste from schools & businesses, including farms, will NOT be accepted without prior approval. Service provided by South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency. Call (641) 828-8545 with questions. ACCEPTED Aerosol cleaners, paints Ammonia-based cleaners Antifreeze Batteries (only rechargeable) Fertilizers Fluorescent
- [Chariton Household Hazardous Waste Collection](https://sciswa.org/events/chariton-household-hazardous-waste-collection-2/) - This event is free and only for residents of Lucas, Marion, Monroe and Poweshiek counties. Waste from schools & businesses, including farms, will NOT be accepted without prior approval. Service provided by South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency. Call (641) 828-8545 with questions. ACCEPTED Aerosol cleaners, paints Ammonia-based cleaners Antifreeze Batteries (only rechargeable) Fertilizers Fluorescent
- [Pella Household Hazardous Waste Collection](https://sciswa.org/events/pella-household-hazardous-waste-collection/) - This event is free and only for residents of Lucas, Marion, Monroe and Poweshiek counties. Waste from schools & businesses, including farms, will NOT be accepted without prior approval. Service provided by South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency. Call (641) 828-8545 with questions. ACCEPTED Aerosol cleaners, paints Ammonia-based cleaners Antifreeze Batteries (only rechargeable) Fertilizers Fluorescent
- [Grinnell Household Hazardous Waste Collection](https://sciswa.org/events/grinnell-household-hazardous-waste-collection/) - This event is free and only for residents of Lucas, Marion, Monroe and Poweshiek counties. Waste from schools & businesses, including farms, will NOT be accepted without prior approval. Service provided by South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency. Call (641) 828-8545 with questions. ACCEPTED Aerosol cleaners, paints Ammonia-based cleaners Antifreeze Batteries (only rechargeable) Fertilizers Fluorescent
- [Labor Day](https://sciswa.org/events/labor-day/) - Closed for Labor Day
- [Agency Board Meeting](https://sciswa.org/events/agency-board-meeting/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://sciswa.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [Slider](https://sciswa.org/category/slider/)
- [SCISWA News](https://sciswa.org/category/sciswa-news/)
- [Community/Education](https://sciswa.org/category/communityeducation/)
- [SCISWA Services](https://sciswa.org/category/sciswa-services/)

## Calendars

- [SCISWA Calendar](https://sciswa.org/calendar/sciswa-calendar/)
- [Community Calendar](https://sciswa.org/calendar/community-calendar/)

## Organizers

- [SCISWA](https://sciswa.org/organizer/sciswa/) - The South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency (SCISWA) is a four-county intergovernmental organization serving Lucas, Marion, Monroe, and Poweshiek Counties in Iowa.

## Venues

- [Grinnell Public Service Department](https://sciswa.org/venue/public-service-department/)
- [Pella Public Works Complex](https://sciswa.org/venue/pella-public-works-complex/)
- [Pleasantville City Hall](https://sciswa.org/venue/pleasantville-city-hall/)
- [Chariton Old Armory Bldg](https://sciswa.org/venue/chariton-old-armory-bldg/)
- [East side of Chariton City square](https://sciswa.org/venue/east-side-of-chariton-city-square/)
- [Knoxville Street Maintenance Shop](https://sciswa.org/venue/knoxville-street-maintenance-shop/)
- [Pleasantville Sports Complex](https://sciswa.org/venue/pleasantville-sports-complex/)