You’ll notice some new signage at the Elk River Compost Site, located at 19000 Proctor Rd. NW, clarifying the rules, along with accepted items. Illegal dumping continues to be an issue at the compost site, visitors will now be met with staff and volunteers checking loads and educating residents about proper uses of the site. City staff encourages residents to report illegal dumping by calling 763.635.1000, or Elk River Police non-emergency at 763.635.1200. This level of illegal dumping activity has cost the city a significant amount, both in cleanup costs and staff time. Reducing the hours of the compost site to Maintenance Facility operational hours only, is the next step if dumping continues.