Mission Statement

The Mission of the Public Works Department is to efficiently, effectively, and equitably, provide services to the citizens of Columbus, Georgia in the areas listed below. Public Works will continuously strive to enhance the quality of life for the citizens and employees in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. We will be innovative and use industry best practices in our daily activities.

Columbus GA Recycles App

Download the Columbus GA Recycles app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Entering your address in the app will display the upcoming collection dates for recycling, garbage, yard waste, and bulk waste.

Want to know if an item is recyclable? This app can assist! Simply type the name of the item and the app will tell you in which waste category the item belongs.