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Emergency Alert 06-29-2026: CITY OF BANCROFT ALERT: 4th of July fireworks are permitted July 1st-8th from 6pm-10pm (extended to 11pm on July 4th only). Fireworks must be on private property only, and you must be 18+ to discharge them. Violators face fines and seizures. Please be safe and courteous!

What is the garbage/recycling pick up schedule?

Garbage and recycling items are picked up on Fridays. Please have your blue trash bin and recycling container to the edge of your curb (not in the street) before 7am. For more information, please view the Dump It website here or call them directly at: 515-295-7346.  Recycling information can be found here.

Any extra bags of garbage MUST be tagged with a YELLOW EXTRA BAG TAG. Tags can be purchased at Car-Go Express, Bancroft City Hall, and Hager Foods in Bancroft.