Spring Cleanup Underway | Derecho Recovery
Spring Cleanup Underway | Derecho Recovery
April 14, 2021
Read more about the City’s ongoing debris collection efforts and spring clean-up activities following the August 10, 2020 derecho.
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Tree Debris
The deadline to have all tree debris to the curb for free pickup by the City is Monday, April 19, 2021.
Right-of-Way Stumps & Replanting
Information on street tree removals, stumps, and replanting in the City's right-of-way.
Non-organic Debris Removal
Collection of inorganic debris from the storm is substantially completed.
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Jump to: FAQs | Volunteering | Planting-Mulch-Compost | Community Resources & City Services | Media Releases | Archive Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Department Phone Numbers- Public Works - Tree debris collection: 319-286-5812
- Parks & Rec - Stump grinding, right-of-way replanting: 319-286-5747
- Solid Waste - Non-organic debris: 319-286-5897
- Building Permits: 319-286-5831
- Right-of-Way Permits:319-286-5777
Volunteering
There are a variety of volunteer opportunities for residents who wish to assist with derecho-related cleanup efforts, including organized neighborhood clean-ups, golf course and parks cleanup. Visit the City’s Municipal Volunteer Program (MVP) page for details.
Planting / Mulch / Compost
- FREE compost and mulch available at the Linn County Solid Waste Agency: solidwasteagency.org | 319-398-5163
- Right-of-Way Planting
- ReLeaf Cedar Rapids
- Street Tree Finder:
Residents can look up their street tree online to determine if it’s a City-owned tree, using Tree Finder. Type your address into the search box to find your property and to view the City-owned trees and planting spaces.
Community Resources
- PATCH Program - Housing Rehabilitation
A donation-based program that assists homeowners with repairs or a gap loan for repairs. Supported by the City of Cedar Rapids, Linn County, and local nonprofits: http://www.ecicog.org/patch.html - Tree Removal Assistance
For tree removal needs on private property, the City is collaborating with United Way of East Central Iowa and Waypoint to match resident needs to volunteer groups with the appropriate skills. Please contact Waypoint at 319-366-7999 for additional information. - Other derecho recovery needs | Contact HACAP (319-739-0056)
- Crisis Hotline | Contact Foundation 2 to speak to a trained counselor (319-362-2174)
- Business Resources | View Online | Courtesy Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance
- FEMA Individual Assistance | View Details
- Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans for Business & Residential | Flyer: english | español
- Linn County | Storm Response
- Linn County Solid Waste Agency | Debris Disposal
- Business Storm Loss | Complete Questionnaire
- Community Resource | Iowa Storm Help 319-432-9754 | 4001 1st Ave SE
City Services
- Parks and Recreation:
- Building Permits | (319) 286-5929 | home repair resource page
- Right-of-Way Permits (driveway, sidewalk work, etc.) | ROW permits
News Conferences & Media Releases
- 4/14/21 - View Press Release
- 3/19/21 - View Press Release
- 1/12/2021 - View Press Release
- 12/16/2020 - View Press Release
- 11/24/2020 - View Press Release
- 11/12/2020 - View Press Release
- 10/30/2020 - View Press Release
- 10/22/2020 - View Press Release
- 10/7/2020 - View Press Release
- 8/24/20 - Watch News Conference // View Press Release
- 8/21/20 - Watch News Conference // View Press Release
- 8/20/20 - Watch News Conference // View Press Release
- 8/19/20 - Watch News Conference // View Press Release
- 8/18/20 - Watch News Conference // View Press Release
- 8/17/20 - News Conference: Part 1 | Part 2 // View Press Release
- 8/14/20 - Watch News Conference
- 8/13/20 - Watch News Conference
- 8/12/20 - View Press Release
- 8/11/20 - View Press Release
- 8/10/20 - View Press Release #1, Release #2
Archival Derecho Information
Find archive information related to initial disaster recovery efforts.
