Allied Waste (BFI) is the garbage contractor for the Village. To initiate service or file a complaint, residents should call Allied Waste Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 708/345-7050. For complete details on garbage service and recycling program, please refer to the Refuse and Recycling Guide.

Household Spring Cleanup Day – Each year the Village hosts an annual Spring Cleanup Day, allowing residents to dispose of household items including clothing, draperies, books, furniture, scrap metal, and appliances (household garbage, landscape waste, liquids, tires, batteries, medical waste, and construction and demolition debris are not eligible). No registration is required for this service; however, each household will receive an additional $5 charge on their water bill. Household Hazardous and Electronics Waste – Special collections for household hazardous waste and electronics are available. For more information, please call the West Cook County Solid Waste Agency at 708/405-0100.

Storm Damage Cleanup – Following a severe storm, residents are urged to immediately move fallen branches to the curb for pickup. All regular tree trimmings must be disposed of through the yard waste program.

Leaf Removal – The Village removes leaves from residential streets in late October. In early October, an informational postcard is mailed to residents explaining the leaf removal program and schedule. Only leaves are raked into the gutter (no branches, please). Also, residents parking on residential streets should exercise caution during this time as hot automobiles can easily ignite large piles of leaves. For more information, please call the Leaf Hotline (during the month of October) at 708/246-1800, Ext. 305.