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Cigarette butts are dangerous to the environment. Butts are carried in stormwater runoff through drainage systems to local streams, rivers, and waterways. With each butt reported to pollute 40 liters of water, they are also acutely toxic to marine life. como.gov/utilities/colu…

Is your item recyclable? Where can it be recycled? Does it require preparation? Find out by using our Waste Wizard tool: como.gov/utilities/colu… Download our CoMo Recycle and Trash app: Google Play: play.google.com/store/apps/det… Apple: apps.apple.com/app/id11268408…

#NationalLaundryDay The average American family washes about 300 loads of laundry each year. Energy efficient washing machines can save about $550 in energy costs over the lifetime of the product. For more energy saving tips, visit como.gov/utilities/colu…

Roll carts left for collection must be placed with wheels at the edge of the pavement and the lid closed. For more information, visit como.gov/utilities/colu…

Where stormwater flows, everything goes. Pocket parks add green spaces and enhance neighborhoods. Be #StormwaterSmart! como.gov/utilities/colu…

City of Columbia Utilities has a rebate available for installing an electric vehicle charger at your home. If you are building a home, a rebate is available for making your home electric vehicle ready. For more information, please visit: como.gov/utilities/colu…

@GretngsFrmEarth Thank you for letting us know. Staff has been notified.

@CoMoWaterLight Our recycling was not picked up yesterday on Lyon St. We put paper out the afternoon before right around 4 p.m. Since it hadn't been picked up by yesterday morning we added a Blue Bag around 7 a.m. They're still there. Screenshot shows next dates.

Notice: Utility Customer Service will be closed for training Tuesday, April 21, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Customers can contact Utility Customer Service at 573.874.7380 or UCS@CoMo.gov. como.gov/utilities/cust…

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…

City of Columbia Utilities offers rebates and reduced rates for the installation of a qualifying heat pump. Benefits of a heat pump: Fewer carbon emissions Lower utility bills For more information, visit 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 week of April 12, recycling will be on the Green routes. To determine which week your recycling will be picked up, visit our interactive map and type in your address. tinyurl.com/CoMoRecycleMap or download the CoMo Recycle and Trash app for notifications and reminders.

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…

National #SafeDigging Month Utilities can be just inches below the surface due to the terrain, soil erosion or just poor installation. The ONLY way to ensure your safety is to CLICK missouri-811.org or CALL 811 for a locate request before starting any digging project.

Columbia Water & Light’s Home Efficiency Score provides insight into your home's energy efficiency and helps you find energy-saving opportunities. For more information, visit experience.arcgis.com/experience/e0f…

#RespectRecyclingCoMo Help the City of Columbia maximize the value of recyclable materials transferred outside of the City. Items such as glass, clamshell containers and black plastics should be placed in the trash. Visit beheard.como.gov/recycling-2025 for more information.

As #pollutedwater makes its way to the oceans, water quality can be affected. #Stormwater carries bacteria and viruses. A significant amount of stormwater pollution is caused by human activities such as maintaining cars, littering and watering lawns. como.gov/utilities/colu…

Pollutants released by pet waste are linked to #waterquality and health issues. A gram of dog waste can contain 23 million E. Coli bacteria, which are known to cause diarrhea, intestinal illness, and kidney disorders in humans. como.gov/sustainability… como.gov/watersheds

Our free energy assessment will provide energy and water efficiency tips specific for your home. For more, visit como.gov/utilities/colu… To request a free onsite energy assessment or phone consultation, call 573.441.5528 or email Efficiency@CoMo.gov.

Attend a free composting workshop and start diverting kitchen scraps and yard waste while producing a nutrient-rich soil amendment. Hosted by Volunteer Columbia 📅 Thursday, April 23 ⏲️ 6 p.m. 📍 Daniel Boone Regional Library More information: facebook.com/events/2511899…