Boat Registrations
Rural Waste Registration Form
To better serve our rural community in Winneshiek County, we need your assistance. The county collection site service is exclusively available to rural residents. If you reside within an incorporated city, your waste is managed by a designated collection service. This form is intended for individuals who have not yet registered or those updating their registration information. Please note that the information collected through this form will only be used by Winneshiek County.
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2025 Rural Waste Schedule
2025 Rural Waste Schedule
Monday: Locust Site
Tuesday: Bluffton Site
Wednesday: Locust Site
Thursday: 1st & 3rd Kendallville Site
2nd & 4th Fort Atkinson Site
Friday: 1st & 3rd Locust
2nd & 4th Ridgeway
Monday-Friday: Winneshiek Co. landfill 7-2 pm only able to deposit at “no charge” bagged garbage with required rural waste placard.
2025 UTV/Snowmobile Renewals: Due by 12/31/24
UTV/Snowmobile renewals for 2025 are due 12/31/24.
Absentee Voting Open for December 10th Decorah Special Election
Absentee Voting is now available for the December 10th City of Decorah Special Election. Click here for a Sample Ballot and additional information: https://winneshiekcounty.iowa.gov/departments/auditor/election-information
Winneshiek County’s Natural & Historic Resources – Understanding Residents’ Values & Priorities, Final Report
Winneshiek County is a place of deep natural beauty and rich history, nestled in the Driftless region of Northeast Iowa. In 2024, the Winneshiek Zoning Commission, in collaboration with Luther College and community members, released a comprehensive report that explores the values and priorities of county residents regarding natural and historic resource protection.
This report represents the voices of over 1,100 residents who participated in public meetings and surveys. Key findings highlight the community’s commitment to safeguarding water resources, air quality, farmland, and public lands, parks, and trails. It also emphasizes the importance of preserving unique geological features and historic sites that define the character and legacy of Winneshiek County.
Dive into the report to learn how these insights will guide future decision-making to protect the county’s vibrant landscapes and historical heritage for generations to come.
Unofficial Results of the 2024 Election
Important Reminder: UTV Registration Deadline Approaching!
Important Reminder: UTV registrations are due December 31, 2024. Renew your UTV/Snowmobile for 2025 before December 31 to avoid penalties.