From the Flushing Police Department

            As citizens of our community are taking measures to reduce their exposure to the COVID-19 pandemic, another problem is surfacing as a result.  The City of Flushing is receiving reports that people are disposing of personal protective equipment, such as masks and gloves, by throwing them on the ground in places open to the public.  Gloves and masks have been found in parking lots and other areas throughout town.

            This behavior is concerning as it goes beyond littering.  These items potentially contain the harmful Coronavirus we are trying to contain.  Littering with these materials leaves others exposed and can further the pandemic within our community.  This cannot be tolerated.

            It is our hope members of our community will be responsible and considerate and use appropriate disposal containers.  Trash containers are located at convenient locations throughout the city.  If necessary, the police department will explore all enforcement options available for those who fail to comply.  This could result in charges that go beyond a violation for littering.

Due to the implementation of COVID-19 mitigation measures, contact the Flushing Police Department via email at mhoornstra@flushingcity.com or by phone at 911.

From the Office of the City Manager

Residents are reminded to dispose of "flushable wipes" and disinfection wipes in the trash. Please DO NOT flush these wipes down the toilet. These items cause havoc to the city's sewer collection system, sewer lift station pumps and waste water treatment plant. Click HERE for an informational video.

PUBLIC NOTICE

CITY OF FLUSHING

Due to the tremendous health and fire hazard and unsightliness of overgrown weeds, the City of Flushing advises property owners to familiarize themselves with the City’s Noxious Weeds and Refuse Ordinance Chapter 96, as amended and reminds property owners, that they are fully responsible to keep their property mowed and maintained to a length of not more than six (6) inches.  Should the city receive a complaint after publication of this notice that a property owner has not fulfilled their obligation to keep the weeds and grass under control, the City will cut the weeds and grass without further notice to the property owner and bill the property owner at the rate stipulated in Ordinance Chapter 96, as amended.

Full copies of this Ordinance is available for review on our website www.flushingcity.com or from the City Clerk at 725 E. Main Street, Flushing during regular business hours.

Michelle King, Flushing City Clerk

Published April 1, 2021