The Environmental Services Department oversees important environmental issues in the Battle Creek area, including:

• 2026 Recycle Events & Important Dates (B.C. Residents Only)
• 2026 Recycle Calendar with Republic Services (B.C. Residents Only)
  • Find your Recycle & Garbage/Yard Waste Pick up days here.
  • Call 269-216-8008 for any issues regarding your garbage, recycle and yard waste.
• 2026 Spring & Fall Cleanup Dates and Guidelines (B.C. Residents Only)
• 2026 Clean Water Calendar is here!
• Projects related to solid waste, recycling and residential trash pickup
• Stormwater permit compliance, outreach and education
• Wellhead/drinking water protection, outreach and education 
• Raising awareness in the community, through events like the Children's Water Festival and Krazy for the Kazoo 
• Forestry Project along Jackson Street through February 2024
• Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Maps & Apps
• USGS Water Level Data
• EPA: How's My Waterway Search
• Annual Water Quality Report for City of Battle Creek