#WinterPreparedness Week To save money on utility bills, replace weather-stripping or caulk around windows to reduce drafts. For more tips, visit como.gov/utilities/colu…

Please do your part to help keep our waterways healthy for people, fish and wildlife. Be a solution to water pollution. Only rain should go down a storm drain! como.gov/utilities/colu…

Compost is available for purchase by appointment Mondays through Saturdays year-round. The fee is $20 (+tax) per cubic yard, with a minimum of 1 cubic yard per purchase. A loader will be on site to assist while supplies last. como.gov/contacts/compo…

#WinterPreparedness Week Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause flu-like illness or death. Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning by installing or replacing batteries in your carbon monoxide alarm.

The City of Columbia Sewer Utility will provide funds to reimburse property owners who may experience sanitary sewer backups during periods of heavy rainfall for the installation of backflow prevention devices. como.gov/utilities/sewe…

The City of Columbia maintains Yard Waste Drop-off Centers for disposal of grass clippings, leaves and brush. Open 7 days a week - dawn to dusk - Parkside Dr – between Cosmo Park and Creasy Springs Rd - Capen Park – along Rock Quarry Rd near Stadium Blvd como.gov/utilities/colu…

#WinterPreparedness Week A slight but steady stream of water through faucets during prolonged cold spells can help prevent pipes from freezing. como.gov/utilities/colu…

Columbia/Boone County Public Health & Human Services offers the Utility Assistance Program for eligible electric and water customers. For more information call 573.817.6430 or visit CoMo.gov/health/human-s…

The Stormwater Utility is holding public meeting at 5:30pm Nov. 12 at City Hall, to discuss a proposed stormwater improvement project on Quail Drive. The plan includes installing a new pipe and two inlets. For more info, visit beheard.como.gov/quail-drive-st…

#WinterPreparedness Week Like a winter hat that keeps your head warm, adequate attic insulation will prevent warm indoor air from escaping. Water & Light has rebates and loans available for your home efficiency projects. como.gov/utilities/colu…

#RespectRecyclingCoMo The Solid Waste Utility is collecting some materials to be recycled. Please use blue bags for the following materials: ♻️ Plastic soft drink bottles ♻️ Plastic jugs ♻️ Aluminum beverage cans ♻️ Metal food cans Visit beheard.como.gov/recycling-2025 to learn more.

Where stormwater flows, everything goes. Enhancing paved parking lots with more landscaping helps soak up stormwater. Be #StormwaterSmart! como.gov/utilities/colu…

#WinterPreparedness Week If your furnace or air conditioner is more than 10 years old, it’s probably time to replace it with a more efficient unit that is properly sized for your home. We can help finance your efficiency projects. Visit como.gov/utilities/colu…

The presence and protection of natural resources are fundamental to the quality of life of the citizens of Columbia and every facet of the stormwater system must recognize this. For more information, visit como.gov/utilities/stor…

Do you know how the holiday will impact your collection schedule? Sign up for free reminders and notifications around holidays and weather delays. This is the best way to stay in the know with us! como.gov/utilities/colu…

City of Columbia Utilities has pledged $50,000 per year to fund CMCA's Weatherization Assistance Program for Water & Light electric customers. The agreement will help ensure that qualifying households can make energy efficiency improvements at no cost. cmca.us/get-help/weath…

Customers can bring material directly to the Columbia landfill for disposal. Monday to Friday: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. como.gov/contacts/biore…

Everything that goes into the storm drain goes right to our creeks and waterways. Please keep pet waste, paint, oil, leaves, branches, grass cuttings and all other trash out of our storm drains and waterways. como.gov/utilities/colu…

Stormwater is inevitable, but its effects can be reduced by keeping harmful chemicals and materials out of runoff. Reducing pollutants and maintaining landscaping can help minimize pollution risks in our watersheds. como.gov/stormwater-und…

Reminder: Tue-Fri collections are delayed one day for Veterans Day. Recycling collections will be on Green routes como.gov/RecyclingMap Please use recycling bags for ONLY the following: ♻️ Plastic bottles ♻️ Plastic containers ♻️ Beverage & food cans beheard.como.gov/recycling-2025