The VIllage contracts with Waste Management for refuse collection service using an automated collection system. Special containers allow for efficient collection using automated trucks. Trash is picked up on an assigned day, once a week between the hours of 6 am and 5 pm.
Read MoreOver 14,000 Lake County residents know that "compost happens," and now it's even easier to try composting at home thanks to the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County's (SWALCO) compost bin sales program. Residents can choose from two different compost bins at locations and dates all across Lake County.
Read MoreResidential Household Electronics Collections are scheduled at various locations around Lake County and are for Lake County residents ONLY.
Read MoreThe Solid Waste Agency of Lake County, IL (SWALCO) Household Chemical Waste (HCW) collection program was created to help residents dispose of their chemical wastes safely and conveniently.
Read MoreAs a reminder, Waste Management will hold its annual unlimited containerized landscape waste collection program from Monday, April 9th through Friday, April 13th at no charge to current customers. This collection will take place on your regular pick-up day.
Read MoreAn important part of SWALCO’s mission is to help educate the community about the 4Rs and to share information and ideas that will help support those. SWALCO's "Putting the Green in Halloween" offers some fun ways to turn your Halloween a little greener this year. Try some of these inventive ideas to celebrate the holiday in a more sustainable and environmentally friendly fashion!
Read MoreThe Village is excited to be at the forefront of recycling and hopes that all residents will be willing to participate in this community-wide program.
Read MoreWith the automated system now in place, materials placed outside the large brown container are difficult to collect. Contact Waste Management (847-395-2020) for large one time pickups.
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