Bulk Item Pick-Up Week*

Monday, October 2 through Friday, October 6

Please contact your garbage hauler to determine if you are eligible for this service and the number of items they will pick-up. Not all haulers provide this service.

• Earthbound Environmental Solutions
• GFL Environmental
• Trash-on-Trucks (TOTS)
• Waste Management

*The Eau Claire County Recycling & Sustainability program reminds residents to consider donating, recycling or repurposing items rather than going to the landfill.

Altoona Brush + Yard Waste Disposal Site OPEN Wednesdays | 12:30 pm-3 pm

Wednesday, October 4 through Wednesday, November 15

800 block Garfield Ave (n side of the road)

Open each Wednesday from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm

This site is for Altoona residential customers only. Proof of residency is required.

Click here to view a list of acceptable materials and polices >>

Altoona Brush + Yard Waste Disposal Site OPEN

Saturday, October 21 from 10 AM to 2 PM

800 block Garfield Ave (n side of the road)

Open 3rd Saturday of every month
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

This site is for Altoona residential customers only. Proof of residency is required.

Click here to view a list of acceptable materials and policies >>

Water Utility Payment Due

Saturday, October 21

Altoona City Hall, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona, WI

Utility Billing Schedule
Bill Jan 1 | usage Oct-Dec | Due Jan 21
Bill Apr 1 | usage Jan-Mar | Due Apr 21
Bill Jul 1 | usage Apr-Jun | Due Jul 21
Bill Oct 1 | usage Jul-Sep | Due Oct 21

The Altoona Water Utility offers several convenient ways in which you can pay your utility bill. Pick an option that works best for you!

• Auto pay: Authorization form >>
• Mail check or money order to: Altoona Water Utility, 1303 Lynn Avenue, Altoona, WI 54720
• Drop box: Place your check or money order along with your account information in our drop box located at the entrance to Altoona City Hall, 1303 Lynn Ave. The drop box is available 24/7. No cash please.
• In person: Pay in person with cash, check or money order at Altoona City Hall, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona, WI 54720; Mon-Tue-Wed-Fri from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm or on Thursday from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm.
• Online at: govepaynow.com/gps/user/cyg/plc/a0019l
• Phone: 1-888-604-7888

Questions or need to make changes to your billing information: Please email us at utilities@ci.altoona.wi.us or give us a call at 715-318-5840.

Fall Frenzy

Sunday, October 29 from 2 PM to 4 PM

River Prairie Park, Altoona, WI

The Altoona Parks & Recreation Halloween Party is SPOOK-TACULAR! Packed with fun, seasonal activities for the whole family to enjoy! Pre-school to 4th graders who come dressed in a Halloween costume receive a bag of candy while supplies last.

Find us on Facebook >>

Curbside Yard Waste Collection

Monday, November 6 through Friday, November 10

All yard waste materials (leaves, grass, etc.) must be in paper bags or compostable bags. These may be acquired from a local hardware store. This program is offered through your garbage and recycling hauler during your normal pick-up day. Please call your hauler directly with questions. Click here for more info.

• Earthbound Environmental Solutions
• GFL Environmental
• Trash-on-Trucks (TOTS)
• Waste Management

City Offices Closed

Thursday, November 23 through Friday, November 24

Breakfast with Santa

Saturday, December 2 from 9 AM to 11 AM

River Prairie Center, 1445 Front Porch Place, Altoona, WI

Ho Ho Ho! Despite his very busy schedule, Santa is coming to the River Prairie Center to celebrate the holiday! Families can enjoy a delicious breakfast and visit with Santa. Children can also make a Christmas ornament. Families will be able to give an early Christmas gift by bringing a non-perishable food item to be donated to a local food pantry.

• Limited Seating
• PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
• DEADLINE to register is Monday, Nov. 27, 2023
• Register on-line >>

Altoona Parks & Recreation Program

Holiday Glow Tree Lighting

Sunday, December 3 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

River Prairie Park, Altoona, WI

The holiday season is upon us! Enjoy holiday treats and beverages while shopping a local artists market, listening to Christmas carols and watching the holiday tree as it is ceremoneiously lit for the season!

River Prairie Center
Sunday, December 3, 2023
5:30 - 7:30 pm

Altoona Parks & Recreation on Facebook >>

City Offices Closed

Friday, December 22

City Offices Closed

Monday, December 25

City Offices Closed @ 11:30 am

Friday, December 29

City Hall offices will be open 7:30 am - 11:30 am