🚫 Don't flush them! 🚫 Flushing pills down the toilet can pollute our water and endanger public health. Visit ow.ly/R7lb50RApeg to find a safe medication disposal location near you!

Columbia is proud to support monarch conservation through the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge! Since 2016: 48 acres of native habitat restored Learn more: como.gov/public-works/s… Explore native plants: grownative.org

Mid-Missouri Solid Waste Management District @ 5212 N Oakland Gravel Rd, Columbia, MO 65202 Bring your old tires, on rim or off for proper disposal and recycling. All tires will be disposed by Champlin Tire Recycling. PAY BY CASH OR CHECK ONLY ow.ly/yiNH50VTVN1

Did you know? Less than 1% of all money spent on food in Boone County goes to local farmers. Let's change that! 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂! ow.ly/8zhm50F0BkE

🌿 What can you do to help your watershed this mowing season? 🌿 ✅ Keep yard waste out of creeks & storm drains ✅ Plant native ground cover to prevent erosion ✅ Use phosphorus-free fertilizers ✅ Pick up pet waste 💩 Every action helps! 💧 🔗 como.gov/watersheds

June Newsletter from the Office of Sustainability - mailchi.mp/como.gov/colum…

June Newsletter from the Office of Sustainability - mailchi.mp/como.gov/colum… Summer is finally here, and we asked our CoMo coworkers how they’re planning to make the most of it - sustainably, of course! Check out their fun stories, easy tips, and some great local resources.

♻️ Recycle your old electronics, TVs & appliances! ♻️ 📍 Mizzou Lot SG4-M (Behind Softball Stadium) 🗓️ Open to non-commercial mid-MO residents 💲 TVs & Freon items = $10, everything else FREE 💳 Cash, check, or card 🔗 Full list: mrcrecycling.net/list

🔥 Just like some areas of Columbia face more heat challenges, some people are more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. During heat advisories, please check in on your loved ones and neighbors who may be in these groups. A quick daily check can make a big difference!

🌳The Really Big Tree Project is rethinking urban tree planting in Columbia! Traditional street trees struggle with compacted root balls. This project gives trees room to grow, thrive, and manage stormwater downtown 🌧️🌳 🎥 Watch: youtu.be/5vXsPhDyvCk?si…

🐢 Why did the turtle cross the road? To breed on the other side! 🐢 Please give them a brake and help them safely cross the road — but only if it’s safe for you to do so. And remember, keep our turtles wild! Many wild turtle populations are declining. mdc.mo.gov/fishing/specie…

In 2024, 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 & 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 made significant strides, with 22.82% of our electric supply coming from renewable sources like wind, solar, and landfill gas.🌱🔋 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀: como.gov/utilities/elec…

⚡ Adaptation in Action! Columbia’s EV future is charging ahead.🚗 3 City-owned EV stations began construction in 2023. More coming to: ✅ Downtown garages✅ Daniel Boone Library✅ Columbia Regional Airport🏡 🌱 One charge at a time.📲 comoclimateaction.org

𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆, 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝘁. The meter at your home or business provides mountains of useful data. By using the MyUtilityBill dashboard, you can spot trends, track your usage, and even receive energy related alerts @ MyUtilityBill.CoMo.gov

𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲’𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆? Check out the latest guidance from the Columbia Solid Waste Utility to learn how to properly manage your household waste and recycling streams. como.gov/utilities/colu…

𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗘 & 𝗥𝗘𝗨𝗦𝗘: To reduce waste, both by buying less and reusing what you have, consider purchasing items with less packaging, opting for durable and reusable options, and finding new uses for items you already own.

𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮. 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝙣𝙤𝙩. como.gov/sustainability… 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘆! 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝘁.

The inaugural Greater Bonne Femme Watershed Creek Week will occur from June 9th to June 14th. This week's interactive educational activities, enjoyable recreational experiences, and meaningful volunteer opportunities encourage a deeper connection with our natural environment

🚴‍♀️ Discover Columbia’s Scenic Bike Trails and Paths Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just getting started, Columbia offers an impressive network of bike-friendly trails and boulevards.🌐 Explore Columbia’s full trail map and cycling resources: como.gov/trails

Think about the trips you’ve made by car in the past week. You might be surprised how many were easily walkable or bikeable—especially if you live near downtown.🔹 Learn more about Columbia’s Transit System: ow.ly/lNN650J42Uo🔹 Explore COMO Trails: ow.ly/B0Xg50J42Ur