Cedar Rapids/Linn County Solid Waste Agency

The Cedar Rapids/Linn County Solid Waste Agency is a key resource for waste management in Linn County, Iowa, providing comprehensive garbage and recycling services to the area’s 17 communities. Distinguished by its commitment to the health, safety, and welfare of residents, the agency manages discarded materials with a focus on treating them as resources. It operates two primary facilities, one for landfill and recycling and another for compost and yard waste. The agency is notable for its Resource Recovery building, which is a one-stop-shop for recycling and reuse, offering services for a wide range of materials including electronics, batteries, and household hazardous materials. Additionally, the agency is forward-thinking, with a strategic plan titled “Forward 2044” aimed at addressing waste and recycling planning for the future of Linn County, recognizing the finite lifespan of its current landfill operations.