In anticipation of the spring season, the City is providing the following program and service reminders for residents. Residents can also view a list and details of City services or view a list and details of City programs on the City's website.
Yard Waste Collection Begins First Week of April
Yard waste collection will resume the week of April 1st. During this time, yard waste materials will be collected on customers’ primary collection day. All yard waste, including leaves, must be placed in a 95-gallon yard waste cart or a 'Kraft' biodegradable paper bag with one universal sticker affixed for collection. No plastic bags or metal containers may be used.
Free Leaf Collection Available April 1 through April 12
The Free Leaf Collection Program for spring is available for residents from Monday, April 1, through Friday, April 12, coinciding with customers' regular garbage pickup day. During this period, the City’s contracted refuse collector, Groot, will collect leaves at no additional cost. Leaves must be placed in brown lawn refuse bags and positioned within the parkway for collection.
Orders for Rain Barrel Program Accepted through May
Orders for the 2024 Rain Barrel Program are being accepted through Friday, May 24, by mail, and online orders will be accepted through Monday, May 27. This program allows residents to purchase rain barrels at a discounted rate. The barrels can be picked up on Saturday, June 1, at the Metra Station Parking Lot from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Home delivery is also available, but may take up to 10 business days for delivery.
Bulk Item Collection Event Begins Week of May 6th
The City of West Chicago's Bulk Item Collection Event is scheduled from Monday, May 6 to Friday, May 10, coinciding with customers' regular garbage pickup day. During this event, residents can place multiple acceptable bulk items for collection by affixing eight (8) universal stickers on the items.
Brush Collection Program Begins May 6th
The City’s Brush Collection Program provides residents with a monthly opportunity to place brush out for free pickup. Brush may be placed at the curb up to two days prior to the initial brush pickup date for the month. Brush collection does not coincide with regularly scheduled garbage pickup. Upcoming spring dates are as follows:
- Monday, May 6 (brush can be placed no earlier than Saturday, May 4)
- Monday, June 3 (brush can be placed no earlier than Saturday, June 1)
Blooming Fest Returns Saturday, May 18
West Chicago’s Blooming Fest returns on Saturday, May 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the City’s downtown area. The event features one of the region’s largest plant sales, craft and food vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities.
Coffee with the Mayor to be held at Blooming Fest on Saturday, May 18
Visit with Mayor Pineda for ‘Coffee with the Mayor’ to informally discuss items of interest for the community. The spring event will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the downtown area during Blooming Fest.
Paper Shredding & Rain Barrel Pick Up Event Scheduled for June 1
The City will host its annual Paper Shredding and Rain Barrel Pick Up event on Saturday, June 1 at the METRA Parking Lot at 508 Main Street from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
More information will be posted on the City’s website closer to the event.