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1. Who do I contact for residential yard waste collection?

Residential yard waste collection can be contracted separately through Van’s Sanitation at: 

VANS SANITATION

1553 18TH ST SW 

LE MARS IA   51031 

712-548-4644

INFO@VANSSANITATION.COM

2. Does the city provide a place to dispose of yard waste?

Yes. The City of Le Mars offers a yard waste drop off site at no additional charge located at the Riverview Ball Complex off Highway 3 W. Site is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Wednesday from 1 - 6 p.m. April 1 through November 30 (1-5 p.m. on Wednesdays after daylight savings time ends).  No plastic bags allowed. Trees, brush and yard waste must be separated and piled in the proper area of the drop off site.

3. Where can I dispose of yard waste if I do not contract with Van’s or cannot take it to the Riverview Complex on Saturday?

You can take yard waste to the Plymouth County Landfill during regular operating hours for a fee that will be charged on your city utility bill.

4. How can I obtain a license if I operate a yard waste business?

If you operate a commercial yard waste business you can utilize the Riverview Ball Complex drop off site by obtaining an annual yard waste license at City Hall. A license fee is set annually by the City Council. The site can be utilized the entire calendar year with license renewal January 1 each year.