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| Public Works Administration is responsible
for managing the contractual agreement between the Village and Groot
Recycling & Waste Services, Inc., which provides for the collection
of residential solid waste and the transportation of this material
to the SWANCC transfer station in Wheeling Township. This contract
provides for the weekly collection of residential refuse, yard waste,
and recyclables. Responsibility for educating the public on and promoting
the expansion of the recycling program rests with this division.
Compost container “Green Monster” pick-up is also provided
through this division. This division also handles questions or issues
relating to commercial refuse collection and disposal. |
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Accountable for the purchasing,
distributing, replacing and the repairing of residential recycling
bins, yard waste containers, and refuse containers. |
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Coordinates programs and articles
to educate residents on the benefits of recycling and to encourage
greater participation in this program
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| Frequently Asked Questions |
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Whom do I contact regarding my garbage bill?
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Contact the Village Hall Utility Billing Division at (847)
304-3430. |
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| Q: |
I have old paint. How can I dispose of it? |
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If the paint is dried up, you can throw it in the regular garbage.
To dry up paint, add kitty litter or oil dry and/or leave the lid
open until the paint is completely dry. It is then safe to dispose
of as regular refuse. If you have a substantial amount of paint,
call Public Works (847) 381-7903 for more information. |
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| Q: |
What can I do with my old refrigerator, stove, water hearer, etc.? |
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Call Groot Recycling at (773) 242-1977 for a "special" pick
up. Please be aware, however, they charge a fee for this service,
or call Public Works (847) 381-7903 for more information. |
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| Q: |
How do I properly dispose of old pesticides, chemicals, etc.? |
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These are household hazardous waste items. Some municipalities
in the surrounding area sponsor Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Stations in the spring and fall. Call Public Works (847) 381-7903 for
more information or call Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County
(SWANCC) (847) 296-9205 or check out their website at www.swancc.org. |
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| Q: |
When is garbage day? |
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Garbage day in the Village is on Friday. All refuse, recycling,
and yard waste are picked up on Friday. All refuse, recycling, and
compost material must be at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Friday morning.
Please contact us regarding holiday pick-up. |
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| Q: |
What items can I put in my compost container? |
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Grass clippings, leaves, sod, flowers, and brush or branches that
are less than one-inch in diameter (or about the size of your thumb). |
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| Q: |
What items can be recycled? |
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Newspaper, aluminum, and certain plastic containers. If you need
more information, call Public Works at (847) 381-7903. |
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| Q: |
Where can I get woodchips/compost for my home landscaping? |
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They are both available at Public Works located at 300 North Raymond
Avenue, from April through October. Please bring your own shovel
and containers. |
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| Q: |
Where can I purchase leaf bags? |
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You can purchase leaf bags at the Barrington Ace Hardware located
at 189 West Northwest Highway (Route 14) or at the Public Works Department,
300 North Raymond Avenue. |
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