Alma Water Department

10/02/2026

09/04/2026

Fall Dumpster Day

09/04/2026

⚠️WARNING PLEASE READ⚠️

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Labor Day. Our team will be off to celebrate this holiday with their family’s!

All trash collection routes will run one day behind this week due to the holiday.
Example: Monday pickups —> Picked up on Tuesday

07/30/2026

Alma City Council Study Session

06/03/2026

Male Dog found near downtown. Please share with your friends. Has been groomed recently. Call water department for information. 632-2254

05/26/2026

⚠️WARNING PLEASE READ⚠️

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. Our team will be off to celebrate this holiday with their family’s!

All trash collection routes will run one day behind this week due to the holiday.
Example: Monday pickups —> Picked up on Tuesday

Recycling collection will remain on its regular scheduled day just later in the afternoon!

05/26/2026

TRASH PICKUP SCHEDULE CHANGE
Due to the Memorial Day holiday, the trash schedule will be changed.
Tuesday’s trash will be picked up on Wednesday.
Wednesday’s trash will be picked up on Thursday.
Thank you for your cooperation.

03/06/2026

Tree Removal

There have been several questions regarding tree removal in the southern part of Alma. The removal is related to preparation for an upcoming sidewalk improvement project that is planned along the frontage of several properties in the area.

As part of this project, it has been determined that one or more trees located within the public right-of-way must be removed in order to allow for proper sidewalk installation and to ensure compliance with accessibility and safety standards.

These sidewalk improvements are part of the City’s ongoing efforts to enhance pedestrian safety, improve accessibility, and provide long-term infrastructure benefits to the community. After reviewing the site conditions, the removal of the identified tree(s) is necessary to accommodate the required sidewalk width, as well as proper grading and drainage.

The tree removal will be performed by the City’s contractor prior to the start of sidewalk construction. All work will occur within the public right-of-way, and every effort will be made to minimize disruption to adjacent properties during the process.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the project in more detail, please feel free to contact me, John Jackson, at 479-670-3850 or [email protected]

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to improve our community’s infrastructure.

01/27/2026

Colored Water Issues
Last night, the ozone system at the water treatment plant had issues with freezing. The water treatment plant has been operating without the benefit of ozone since this morning. Unfortunately that leads to increased manganese levels in the distribution system. If you are experiencing colored water, it is a direct result of oxidized manganese in the distribution system. Although this colored water is unappealing, it is safe to consume and to shower and bath. Avoid washing white clothes if your water has color. It could possibly discolor white clothing.  If you experience discoloration of your white clothing, you can use a product called Iron Out to remove the discoloration. It is available at Walmart or you can pick up a package at the Alma water office on Wednesday. The water treatment plant operators are working diligently to restore the ozone system. Thank for your patience and understanding.