Recycling
The Village is a member of the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC). Through participation in SWANCC, Village residents have the opportunity to participate in many programs including Document Destruction, Electronics Recycling, and Household Chemical Waste Disposal. For more information on SWANCC, click hereto visit their website.
At Home Computer/Electronics Program
SWANCC is offering a more convenient way to recycle old computers and electronics by providing pick-up service from residential homes. Any resident who lives in a SWANCC-member community can contact SWANCC at athome@swancc.org or 847-724-9205 extension 9 to arrange for a pick-up. The program pick-up charge is only $25 via credit card to offset program costs, and up to 6 items can be recycled per pick up. On the scheduled pick-up day, items must be placed on the front porch or steps by 7:30am.
Prescription Drug and Sharps Disposal Program
The program is intended to ensure the environmentally safe disposal of drugs and needles and to guard against potential theft associated with disposing of old medications. The Village partners with SWANCC to provide this program. Perscription drugs and sharps may be disposed of at the Lincolnwood Police Department located at 6900 N. Lincoln Ave.
Household Chemical Waste Disposal
A permanent facility exists in Chicago in the Goose Island District for Illinois residents to dispose of household chemical waste, computer materials and latex paint. The facility is located at 1150 N. Branch Street and can be contacted at 312-744-4034.
The facility accepts the following materials for recycling or safe disposal: antifreeze, used motor oil, old gasoline, oil-based paints, paint thinners, aerosol paints, herbicides, insecticides, pesticides, lawn chemicals, solvents, drain cleaners, cleaning products, pool chemicals, hobby chemicals, mercury, fluorescent lamps and bulbs, computers and cell phones.
Hours of operation are:
Tuesday: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thursday: 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
1st Saturday of the month: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Visit www.cityofchicago.org/environment for more information on this program.
For more information on SWANCC, click here to visit their website.