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    Storm Response Resources

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    This document provides information and resources for residents of Cedar Rapids, Iowa following a storm. It outlines debris pickup procedures, garbage collection schedules, and safety tips for chainsaw use, generator use, and home repairs. Residents can stay updated through text alerts, radio broadcasts, social media, and the city website. Additional resources listed include disaster case management through HACAP, meals and shelter, and crisis counseling through Iowa Concern.

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    Storm Response Resources

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    This document provides information and resources for residents of Cedar Rapids, Iowa following a storm. It outlines debris pickup procedures, garbage collection schedules, and safety tips for chainsaw use, generator use, and home repairs. Residents can stay updated through text alerts, radio broadcasts, social media, and the city website. Additional resources listed include disaster case management through HACAP, meals and shelter, and crisis counseling through Iowa Concern.

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    Fliers from the City of Cedar Rapids with important storm damage recovery information

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    This document provides information and resources for residents of Cedar Rapids, Iowa following a storm. It outlines debris pickup procedures, garbage collection schedules, and safety tips for chainsaw use, generator use, and home repairs. Residents can stay updated through text alerts, radio broadcasts, social media, and the city website. Additional resources listed include disaster case management through HACAP, meals and shelter, and crisis counseling through Iowa Concern.

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    Storm Response Resources

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    Michael Howell
    This document provides information and resources for residents of Cedar Rapids, Iowa following a storm. It outlines debris pickup procedures, garbage collection schedules, and safety tips for chainsaw use, generator use, and home repairs. Residents can stay updated through text alerts, radio broadcasts, social media, and the city website. Additional resources listed include disaster case management through HACAP, meals and shelter, and crisis counseling through Iowa Concern.

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    STORM RESPONSE

    RESOURCES
    STAY INFORMED 

    Text Alerts Radio


    Sign up for text Information will be broadcast Website
    daily from Z102.9 at 7:30 a.m. Cedar-Rapids.org
    alert notifications:
    and WMT 600 AM at 7:10 a.m.
    CRNewsNow.com
    and rebroadcast at 8:35 a.m.

    Social Media
    FACEBOOK TWITTER INSTAGRAM
    City of Cedar Rapids Iowa Government @CityofCRiowa @cityofcr

    DEBRIS PICKUP  ADDITIONAL RESOURCES 


    Tree debris pickup is underway. Crews are picking up Disaster Case Management
    tree debris located near the street and will return to - Single point of contact to help access resources
    each property multiple times to remove debris. Crews - Contact HACAP at 319-739-0056
    will collect whatever they can at each property. When
    possible, move tree debris behind the curb; keep tree Meals & Shelter
    Check our website for updated information as
    debris separate from other rubble.
    details are finalized. We continue to work with
    multiple partner agencies to coordinate.
    GARBAGE COLLECTION  - United Way: dial 2-1-1 or 319-739-4211
    See reverse side for make-up collection schedule when calling from a cell phone
    - Carts must be located at the street in front of your Iowa Individual Disaster Assistance Grant
    home, NOT the alley. Program
    - Double bag any spoiled food that won’t fit in your - Income restrictions may apply
    cart and place the bag on the ground next to your - Each qualifying household receive up to
    garbage cart. $5,000.00
    - Extra bags of spoiled food will not require an extra - Tips: Take photos of your damage and keep
    garbage tag. all receipts
    - Debris and materials damaged in the storm do not - Apply at https://dhs.iowa.gov/disaster-
    need to go into your GARBY cart. Place these items assistance-programs or contact HACAP at
    near the curb. Keep debris out of the street and 319-739-0056 for more details
    sidewalk. Keep garbage debris in separate piles from
    Crisis Counseling
    tree debris.
    For 24/7 disaster crisis counseling, call Iowa
    - Work with your neighbors to locate extra garbage Concern Hotline at 800-447-1985.
    carts that were moved by the storm.
    - Contact solid-waste-recycling@cedar-rapids.org or
    319-286-5897 to report damaged carts and lids.

    Issued 8-12-20
    TIPS FOR HIRING TREE SERVICE  CHAINSAW SAFETY 
    - Verify the contractor is properly insured - Proper personal protective equipment must be
    - Always get a written estimate before work begins worn when operating the saw, which includes
    - Do not pay upfront hand, foot, leg, eye, face, hearing and head
    protection.
    - No permits required for tree removal / trimming services
    - Do not wear loose-fitting clothing.

    TIPS FOR HOME REPAIRS  - Be careful that the trunk or tree limbs will not
    bind against the saw. Watch for branches under
    - Before doing home repairs, verify your contractor has tension, they may spring out when cut.
    obtained the appropriate permits.
    - Do not burn debris or damaged trees as it is both
    illegal and unsafe. The City will be collecting both
    GENERATOR SAFETY  debris and damaged trees.

    - Portable generators need to be placed at least 20 feet


    from your home.
    - Make sure the exhaust from the generator is not pointed
    towards your home, as carbon monoxide can be a
    significant issue.

    GARBAGE COLLECTION SCHEDULE 


    Thursday, August 13

    Collection of gray GARBY (garbage) carts ONLY for neighborhoods with regular collection on Tuesday & Wednesday.
    We will do our best to navigate to your street, but if we cannot get there on Thursday, our next collection attempt will
    be next week.

    Friday, August 14

    Gray GARBY (garbage) cart ONLY collection for neighborhoods with regular collection on Thursday & Friday. We will do
    our best to navigate to your street, but if we cannot get there on Friday, our next collection attempt will be next week.

    Week of August 16

    Garbage collection will be prioritized on your regular collection day. We will do our best to navigate to your street and
    assess the need to re-run routes later in the week if necessary. When resources allow, recycling collection will resume.
    Sign up for text or email collection updates at www.CRNewsNow.com.

    Cedar-Rapids.org

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