River Flooding Update/s
SCOTT COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
1100 East 46th Street, Davenport, Iowa 52807
(563) 484-3050
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Public Information Update on 07/25/2024
Media Release
For immediate release
RE: Flood Debris Clean-up Guidance for the Unincorporated Scott County Residents
Scott County Secondary Roads and Conservation, in partnership with the Waste Commission of Scott County, will be assisting with the collection of debris from recent Mississippi River flooding for residents living in unincorporated Scott County.
All unincorporated County residents who were impacted by the Mississippi River flooding are asked to have the approved flood debris to the public right of way, near your road, by Wednesday, July 31st, 2024, at 07:00 AM. Please have your debris sorted in the approved piles (construction, bulky waste, large appliances) in order to assist with collection schedules. The only items that will be collected are what’s listed on the Flood Debris Removal Guideline graphic (see attached).
The collection will start in the northern part of the County and continue south until every unincorporated area has been collected once. Secondary Roads and Conservation will not be returning to areas for additional pick up after the area scheduled pick up is complete.
Included with this release:
- List of approved Frequently Asked Questions
- Flood Debris Removal Guideline graphics
- Resource listing for disposal locations for items not listed on the guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions:
Who is eligible to receive the debris collection support on this media release?
- This media release and the information are specific to the residents who live in the Unincorporated areas of Scott County, and impacted by Mississippi River flooding.
When will the collection begin?
- The collection will begin on Wednesday, July 31st, 2024, at 07:00 AM. Clean-up will start in the northern area of the Unincorporated parts of the County and proceed south until each area has been collected one time.
When will they reach my area?
- Because it’s dependent on how much debris is needed to be cleared away, we cannot determine how long the process will take.
- All residents are asked to have the eligible debris listed below separated into those category types and ready for pickup on Wednesday, July 31st, 2024, at 07:00 AM. Please place the debris on the public right-of-way near the road.
Where should I place the items for collection?
- Please have the items separated into the listed categories and staged on the public right-of-way near the roads.
What if I miss the collection?
- Secondary Roads and Conservation will not return to areas for additional pick up after the scheduled pick up is complete.
- At that time, any debris that was not placed in the correct location or didn’t meet the collection type will be left to the responsibility of the resident to dispose of the debris appropriately.
What debris will they collect?
Please have the items listed separated into these pile categories:
- Construction debris (building materials, drywall, lumber, carpet, furniture, plumbing, sandbags)
- Bulky waste (flood-impacted furniture, doors, carpet, padding)
- Large appliances (Refrigerators, washers, dryers, water heaters)
What will NOT BE collected?
- Household garbage (bagged garbage, discarded food, packaging)
- Hazardous materials (oil, pesticides, paint, cleaners, compressed gases, propane tanks)
- And electronics (TVs, stereos, computers, tablets, printers);
What if they only picked up part of what was put out for collection?
- If the items you placed out for collection are under the approved items, then it’s possible their trucks were full and needed to dispose of the items already picked up. They will come back for the remaining items.
- If the items you placed out for collection were not on the approved items list, you will need to safely dispose of those items.
Where do I appropriately dispose of items not approved for being collected?
- Please see the resource listing for disposal locations for items not listed on the guidelines.
Who do I call for collection questions?
- For questions regarding the collection, please call Scott County Secondary Roads at 563-326-8640.
Who do I call regarding items to be collected, where to dispose of other items safely, etc.:
- Please call the Waste Commission of Scott County at 563-381-1300.
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Public Information Update on 07/22/2024
Media Release
For immediate release
The American Red Cross and Salvation Army continue to support residents affected by flooding with potable water. Starting July 22, 2024, they will also distribute flood cleanup kits. Distribution will take place on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3 PM – 5 PM through July 26, 2024. Residents can pick up these items from the following distribution points:
- Former Pleasant Valley Fire Station building
24495 Valley Dr. Bettendorf, IA 52722
- Westside Assembly Church
3908 W. River Drive Davenport, IA 52802
Questions may also be directed to the Scott County Emergency Management Agency at 563-484-3050.
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Public Information Update on 07/17/2024
Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program & Legal Aid
Media Release
07/15/2024
On July 15th, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a disaster proclamation for Scott County as one of several Iowa Counties impacted by flooding. That proclamation allows grant assistance and case management services to be made available to affected residents for needs including: auto and home repairs, clothing, food and emergency housing. Individuals and families must meet income eligibility guidelines to qualify for the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program. There are no income eligibility guidelines for case management assistance.
Individuals or families needing assistance can contact the following agencies:
Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program
Forms are available online:
https://caeihelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/14343167172891-Disaster-Assistance
Application forms may also be obtained in person and submitted to:
Community Action of Eastern Iowa
500 E. 59th St.
Davenport, IA 52806
563-324-3236
Iowa Legal Aid
Residents impacted that experience legal issues (tenant-landlord disputes, employment disputes, etc.), insurance issues, or related questions can contact Iowa Legal Aid for assistance.
1-800-532-1275
Public Information Update: 07/08/2024
Potable Water Distribution - River Flooding
Media Release
For immediate release
The American Red Cross and Salvation Army are supporting residents currently impacted by flooding who lack access to clean, potable water. Water distribution will begin Monday, 07/08/2024, and will continue every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3 pm – 5 pm through 7/26/2024. Residents can pick up water from the following distribution points:
- Former Pleasant Valley Fire Station building
24495 Valley Dr. Bettendorf, IA 52722
- Westside Assembly Church
3908 W. River Drive Davenport, IA 52802
Questions may also be directed to the Scott County Emergency Management Agency at 563-484-3050.
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July 8, 2024