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City of Herculaneum Closed for Presidents Day

The City of Herculaneum will be closed in observance of Presidents Day. 🗓 Closed: Monday, February 16, 2026🏛 Reopening: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. We appreciate your understanding and hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday! 🇺🇸

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Help Shape the Future of Herculaneum’s Parks and Recreation

The City of Herculaneum wants to hear from you. We’re launching a community survey to gather input on our parks and recreation system, and your voice matters. Why Your Input Matters Whether you’re a longtime resident or someone who regularly enjoys our parks from the surrounding area, your feedback will directly influence important decisions about: […]

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Recyclable Items Collection

Recyclable Items Collection EVERY OTHER MONDAY Set Out By 6:00 AM ACCEPTABLE ITEMS Tin & Steel Cans Aluminum Containers Plastics #1 – #5 & Buckets Cardboard & Paper Glass Bottles & Jars NOT ACCEPTED Bathroom Waste Food Scraps Styrofoam Electronics & Batteries Plastic Bags ALL ITEMS MUST BE RINSED CLEAN! No Styrofoam or Hazardous Waste […]

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Bulk Item Collection

BULK ITEM COLLECTION 1ST & 3RD WEEK OF EACH MONTH On Your Trash DayCall 24 Hours in Advance to Schedule Pickup & Identify Items “White Goods” Require $25 Sticker Fee, Call to Purchase Sticker Set Items Out By 6:00 AM On Pickup Days -Waste Connections- 636-321-2100 wcmissouri@wasteconnections.com

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Tree Limb Collection Program | Apr. – Nov.

Available April Through November REQUIREMENTS & LIMITATIONS: Limbs must be from routine property maintenance. Collection is limited to occupied residential properties. Limbs will be collected on the first non-holiday Monday of the month, weather permitting. Notify City Hall by 4:30 p.m. on the Friday before collection day. Tree limbs by commercial cutting will not be […]

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Now Hiring: Public Works Laborer

Do you have the uncanny ability to fix things before anyone else even notices they’re broken? Can you handle heavy lifting, unpredictable weather, and the occasional “Hey, can you take a look at this?” from literally everyone? If you like working outdoors, fixing stuff, and keeping our city in shape, this job’s for you. The […]

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Public Meeting: Doe Run Co. Herculaneum Lead Smelter Cleanup

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MoDNR), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and The Doe Run Company will host a public meeting to discuss the Herculaneum Lead Smelter Cleanup Plan. 🗓 Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025🕡 Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.📍 Location: Herculaneum AMVETS Post 42555 Joachim Ave., Herculaneum, MO Meeting Schedule Open […]

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Boil Order Lifted — Water Is Safe Again!

Great news — the city’s boil water advisory has been lifted! Water service has been fully restored, and all required test results have come back clean. Below are tips that can be taken but make sure to follow manufacturer’s instructions. To ensure your water systems are safe and functioning properly, please follow these important steps: […]

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