Fairbank Iowa

09/03/2026

In observation of Labor Day, City Hall will be closed for the holiday on Monday, September 7th. We will open regular business hours, Tuesday, September 8th.

Garbage and recycling pickup will be TUESDAY, September 8th. Cans need to be at curb at 6am.

Thank you!

08/31/2026

BUILD YOUR HOME IN FAIRBANK!
The City of Fairbank is offering a residential lot for sale at 506 Patterson Street through a sealed bid process.
This is a great opportunity to build a new home in a quiet community with all city utilities available!
Lot Details:
✔ 99 x 153 ft lot
✔ Zoned R-1 (single-family)
✔ Water, sewer, electric, natural gas & garbage available
Building Requirements:
• Minimum 1,200 sq ft home
• Stick-built or approved modular
• Must be on a permanent foundation
📌 Bid packets are available at City Hall or by contacting the City. Restrictions and stipulations apply.
📬 Submit sealed bids on the form provided by the city labeled:
“Sealed Bid – 506 Patterson Street Lot”
🗓 Deadline: September 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
📣 Bid Opening: September 14, 2026 (with option to raise bids!)
📍 Submit to:
116 East Main Street
Fairbank, IA
Don’t miss your chance to build in Fairbank!

08/31/2026

Attention - Garbage/Recycling Pick-up for next week is scheduled for Tuesday September 8, 2026. Please have cans to the curb by 6 AM. Thank you!

There will be no pickup on Monday, September 7th, 2026. Here’s how things will shift that week:

📅 Monday routes → Tuesday, September 8th:
Arlington, Balltown, Barrington Lakes, Center Point, Clayton, Delaware, Denver, Fairbank, Farley, Fayette, Guttenberg, Janesville, Masonville, Maynard, Woodmoor

📅 Tuesday routes → no change, still Tuesday, September 8th:
Colesburg, Edgewood, Elgin, Garrison, Independence, New Vienna, Urbana, West Union

📅 Tuesday routes → Wednesday, September 9th:
Bernard, Epworth, Postville

Every other pickup day this week stays on schedule.

As always, give us a call if you have any questions — thanks for bearing with us, and enjoy the long weekend!

08/26/2026

Fairbank residents -

Ibrahim Okanovic with RJI Professionals, a general contractor specializing in exterior storm restoration, has obtained the proper permitting to go door to door in Fairbank. There is no need to be alarmed if you see or encounter him within the city limits.

08/21/2026

Attention -

The walking paths at West Bentley and Riverside Parks will be closed on Monday, August 24th, for scheduled resurfacing. The closure is weather permitting, so the work may be rescheduled if conditions are not suitable.

Thank you!

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08/21/2026

The City of Fairbank is currently in the process of transitioning to a new municipal accounting/billing software. As part of this transition, there may be times when City Hall staff are on-site, but City Hall will be temporarily closed to the public.

These temporary closures are necessary to allow City Hall staff to complete training and system implementation without interruption, ensuring they are prepared as possible once the new software is in place.

We understand this may cause inconvenience, and we sincerely apologize for any disruption. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to make this transition as seamless as
possible.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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08/21/2026

The August 24, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda has been posted. Visit https://fairbank-ia.org/city-council.php to view.

FairBank

08/11/2026

The City of Fairbank will be offering a one-day storm-related tree debris pickup for Fairbank Residents ONLY that have a considerable amount of brush they are unable to haul away. Pickup is planned for Monday, August 17th. If you would like to be added to the pick-up list, you must call City Hall at 319-635-2869. Please cut trees/limbs/brush into manageable-sized pieces and pile them next to the curb. Root balls from uprooted trees will NOT be picked up. Please note that Monday is also garbage pickup day. To help both crews, please keep garbage containers and tree/brush piles easily accessible and separate so pickup can be completed safely and efficiently. Thank you for your cooperation!

08/08/2026

FAIRBANK WHAT A COMMUNITY!

Just hours after this afternoon’s storm, we are so thankful to see power restored to homes and so much progress already made.

A huge thank you to our Public Works crew, Woods Construction, Fairbank Fire Department, Oran Fire Department, Cedar Falls Utilities, and all the other crews and individuals who jumped in without hesitation to help.

And thank you to our residents for checking on neighbors, lending a hand, and being patient while everyone worked.

In just a few short hours, a tremendous amount was accomplished. Today was a true example of neighbors helping neighbors and communities helping communities. We are incredibly grateful! ❤️