Want to know how your water bill will be affected by proposed rate changes?.Columbia residents can get an estimate as to how their water bills would look under the proposed water rate structure with our water bill calculator. Visit

Water & Light commercial customers can receive $300 for each kilowatt of electricity saved by upgrading old lighting fixtures to LED.

Please remember, the roll carts belong to the City and are assigned to a specific address. The carts are not to be altered or decorated in any way.

Please do your part to help keep our waterways healthy for people, fish and wildlife. Be a solution to water pollution. Only rain should go down a storm drain!.

#NationalWaterQualityMonth. Our storm drain is just for rain!.Rainfall flows directly to our streams and rivers. Don't throw trash and debris in storm drains or ditches. Protect local waterways.

The Water Utility is proposing a new rate structure that will increase revenue in FY26.while lowering bills for 65% of residential customers. The City will discuss budget items at the upcoming Council meetings. 📍 Aug. 4.📍 Aug. 18.📍 Sept. 2.📍 Sept. 15.

Please note: The Solid Waste Utility has made some changes to the Household Hazardous Waste collections for 2025. For more information on Household Hazardous Waste collections, visit

Remember to keep storm drains cleared of grass clippings, leaves and other organic material. When you blow your lawn waste into the street, it can clog storm drains and cause drainage and flooding issues. You can report a storm drainage problem here:

The Electric Utility is proposing a 2% increase on rates for FY 2026. The City of Columbia will discuss budget items at the upcoming City Council meetings. 📍 Aug. 4.📍 Aug. 18.📍 Sept. 2.📍 Sept. 15.All meetings are at 7 p.m. at City Hall. Learn more:

The City of Columbia maintains Drop-off Centers for disposal of Yard Waste. 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦:.Open 7 days a week, dawn to dusk.- Parkside Dr – between Cosmo Park and Creasy Springs Rd.- Capen Park – along Rock Quarry Rd near Stadium Blvd.

The most effective way to reduce waste is to not create it in the first place. Avoid single-use items. Use refillable water bottles, cups & shopping bags. Just say "No" to things you don’t need. For more, visit

Small changes we can all make reduce load on the power grid. That means more #affordableenergy and a better future for all of us. Visit to learn more about how simple changes can add up to significant savings. Efficiency@CoMo.gov | 573.441.5528

You wouldn't swim in it.

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 and challenges. Sign up at

#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 for more information.

Want to know how your water bill will be affected by proposed rate changes?.Columbia residents can get an estimate as to how their water bills would look under the proposed water rate structure with our water bill calculator. Visit

The Water Utility is proposing a water rate structure that will increase revenue in FY26.while lowering water bills for 65% of residential customers. The City's public hearing on the proposed rates will be Aug. 4 at the City Council meeting at City Hall.

Protect your watershed from #oilpollution. Do not dump petroleum products down our storm drains. It takes just 1 quart of motor oil dumped down a storm drain to cause a 2-acre oil slick!.Learn more about your watershed at

Shopping online?.Find out how to dispose of packaging material with our Waste Wizard tool. Online or on the app.

The week of July 28, curbside recycling collection will be on Blue routes. #RespectRecyclingCoMo.Customers can use blue recycling bags for the following materials:.♻️ Plastic soft drink bottles.♻️ Plastic jugs.♻️ Metal beverage and food cans.More info: