The City of Oelwein no longer collects leaves from the streets. Residents are advised it is illegal to deposit or rake leaves from private property into the streets. Residents are also advised it is illegal to burn in the city streets or alleys. The Yard Waste Disposal site located at 400 7th Avenue SW is open twenty-four hours a day seven days a week for disposal of natural yard waste.

The Oelwein City Council amended the fee schedule for the Rental Inspection Program on Monday, August 12, 2019. The updated schedule can be found here.

The 2018 Water Quality Report is now available.  This report contains important information regarding the quality of our water.

In order for the city to better track garbage and recycling services we are requesting any resident with a complaint complete and submit this form.  

The City of Oelwein's new Rental and Vacant Building Program is now in effect.  Property owners must register their rental property before March 1, 2019.  A list of associated fees can be found here.

Not sure what Council Ward you are in?  Click here for the Ward Boundary Map.