Whittemore Iowa

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UTILITIES: The City of Whittemore provides all utilities; electric, gas, water, sewer and garbage and recycling.

The billing cycle runs from approximately the 20th of one month to the 20th of the next month. Utility bills are mailed out the first week of each month, with full payment due by the 20th of that month.

A customer deposit is required to establish a utilities account with the City of Whittemore.

Garbage is picked up curbside every Tuesday and must be in the "City of Whittemore" blue or yellow garbage bags. These bags are available for sale at City Hall, Cenex Convenience Store and Supplies 'N More, which is located downtown. Other bags will not be accepted, but pick-up of larger items can be arranged by calling the Municipal Light Plant.
There is a large recycling bin located at the corner of Kossuth and Seventh Street, with curbside recycling pick-up provided on the second Monday of each month. Have your recyclable items out by 8:00 a.m.

BUILDING PERMITS: Building permits are required for all exterior remodeling, additions or construction that changes the dimension of the building. Forms are available at the city clerk's office. The project must be approved by the city council before work can begin.

Call 1-800-292-8989 at least
48 hours prior to all excavation.

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