HomeMy WebLinkAboutMay 2019 Utility Bill InsertFor stormwater questions, call 319-356-5140. For storm sewer emergencies, call the 24-hour hotline at 319-356-5177.When it rains, grass that’s dumped in the street is carried into storm drains and on to local lakes, ponds, and streams. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the phosphorus in grass clippings is a major source of pollution and the primary cause of water quality problems. Ever notice the “green scum” on ponds? That’s an overabundance of green algae, caused by too much phosphorous. Protect our water: Keep grass out of stormwater drainsHelp protect our waterways and aquatic life by following these tips when you mow:• Direct your lawn mower so that cut grass stays in the yard.• Don’t blow or rake grass clippings into the street. • Leave grass clippings in your yard or compost them at the curb in paper yard waste bags, a 20-35 gallon container, or an official City organics cart. For stormwater questions, call 319-356-5140. For storm sewer emergencies, call the 24-hour hotline at 319-356-5177.When it rains, grass that’s dumped in the street is carried into storm drains and on to local lakes, ponds, and streams. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the phosphorus in grass clippings is a major source of pollution and the primary cause of water quality problems. Ever notice the “green scum” on ponds? That’s an overabundance of green algae, caused by too much phosphorous. Protect our water: Keep grass out of stormwater drainsHelp protect our waterways and aquatic life by following these tips when you mow:• Direct your lawn mower so that cut grass stays in the yard.• Don’t blow or rake grass clippings into the street. • Leave grass clippings in your yard or compost them at the curb in paper yard waste bags, a 20-35 gallon container, or an official City organics cart.
For stormwater questions, call
319-356-5140. For storm sewer
emergencies, call the 24-hour
hotline at 319-356-5177.
When it rains, grass that’s dumped in the street is carried into storm drains and on to local
lakes, ponds, and streams. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the
phosphorus in grass clippings is a major source of pollution and the primary cause of
water quality problems. Ever notice the “green scum” on ponds? That’s an overabundance
of green algae, caused by too much phosphorous.
Protect our water: Keep grass
out of stormwater drains
Help protect our waterways and aquatic life by following these tips when you mow:
• Direct your lawn mower so that cut grass stays in the yard.
• Don’t blow or rake grass clippings into the street.
• Leave grass clippings in your yard or compost them at the curb in paper yard waste
bags, a 20-35 gallon container, or an official City organics cart.
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You have the right to choose housing free from unlawful discrimination, including on the basis of: age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, familial status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, presence or absence of dependents or public assistance source of income.If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination, REPORT IT. Reporting can prevent further discrimination against you and others.See back for info on filing a report.HOUSING DISCRIMINATION IS ILLEGALYou have the right to choose housing free from unlawful discrimination, including on the basis of: age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, familial status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, presence or absence of dependents or public assistance source of income.If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination, REPORT IT. Reporting can prevent further discrimination against you and others.See back for info on filing a report.HOUSING DISCRIMINATION IS ILLEGAL
You have the right to choose housing free from unlawful
discrimination, including on the basis of: age, color, creed,
disability, gender identity, marital status, familial status, national
origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, presence or absence
of dependents or public assistance source of income.
If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination, REPORT IT. Reporting can prevent further discrimination
against you and others.See back for info on
filing a report.
HOUSING DISCRIMINATION
IS ILLEGAL
WAYS TO REPORT HOUSING DISCRIMINATION3
By phone:
319-356-5022
Call and request a housing
complaint form be sent to you
with a return addressed and
stamped envelope.
In person:
Human Rights Office
Pick the form up during regular
business hours from 8am-5pm.
Office located on level 3 of City
Hall, 410 E. Washington St.
Online:
icgov.org/FairHousing
Reports must be filed within 300 days of the alleged act of
discrimination. It is illegal to retaliate against an individual who
lawfully opposes housing discrimination.
of Iowa Citians
believe they’ve
faced housing
discrimination
but only
2.7%
reported it.
25.7%
Did you know?
WAYS TO REPORT HOUSING DISCRIMINATION3By phone:319-356-5022Call and request a housing complaint form be sent to you with a return addressed and stamped envelope.In person:Human Rights OfficePick the form up during regular business hours from 8am-5pm. Office located on level 3 of City Hall, 410 E. Washington St.Online:icgov.org/FairHousing Reports must be filed within 300 days of the alleged act of discrimination. It is illegal to retaliate against an individual who lawfully opposes housing discrimination.of Iowa Citians believe they’ve faced housing discrimination but only 2.7%reported it.25.7%Did you know?WAYS TO REPORT HOUSING DISCRIMINATION3By phone:319-356-5022Call and request a housing complaint form be sent to you with a return addressed and stamped envelope.In person:Human Rights OfficePick the form up during regular business hours from 8am-5pm. Office located on level 3 of City Hall, 410 E. Washington St.Online:icgov.org/FairHousing Reports must be filed within 300 days of the alleged act of discrimination. It is illegal to retaliate against an individual who lawfully opposes housing discrimination.of Iowa Citians believe they’ve faced housing discrimination but only 2.7%reported it.25.7%Did you know?