Rainy weather minimizes effective cleaning, although streets can be swept shortly after a rain event. The village staff does not sweep during below freezing weather or if ice is present in the curbs. Utilizing its duel capabilities, the street sweeping apparatus is also used for cleaning storm sewer catch basins. The yard waste pickup service runs annually from April 1st through November 30th, and is collected on regular garbage collections days. The Village's garbage contractor picks up grass, brush, tree clippings and leaves, provided they are in stickered containers or yard waste bags.
Any yard waste generated by a private contractor is the responsibility of the contractor.
Wood chips generated from forestry operations are available at the Public Works facility located at 9010 Haligus Road. The leaf pick-up service is carried out as part of the yard waste program and is provided through the end of November each year. The fleet maintenance staff maintains a Village vehicles and equipment through an established preventative maintenance program. Also, the division makes other repairs as needed. Mailbox requirements All residents should check the placement of their mailboxes to avoid snowplow damage.