Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Machesney Park
Trash Day
Every Friday
Recycling
Every Friday
Yard Waste
Every Friday (April through November, plus seasonal leaf vacuuming in the fall)
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste collection is contracted through Rock River Disposal. Billing setup, payments, and service changes are managed directly with the hauler.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Residents 65 and older who occupy the premises are eligible for a senior discount. A specialized One-Bag-Plan is also available for low-volume households.
Typically Blue or Black (City-issued 95 or 65-gallon Rock River Disposal totes) Bin (Trash)
Do not place cans out earlier than Thursday. Bins must be removed within 24 hours of collection and stored in a side or rear yard.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Wrappers and packaging
Typically Blue or Green (City-issued 65-gallon totes) Bin (Recycling)
All recyclable items must be placed loosely in the recycling tote. Do not put recyclables in plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard
- ✓Paper
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Construction materials
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in brown Kraft yard waste bags or standard cans marked with a large 'X'. Bundled branches cannot exceed 4 feet in length or 2 feet in diameter and must be tied with string or twine.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches
- ✓Twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly alongside regular Friday service
Placement
Place heavy items next to your standard trash tote on Thursday evening or Friday morning. Do not block the roadway.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Couches
- ✓ Large household junk
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction materials
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Hazardous liquids
- ✕ Electronics
- ✕ Major appliances with refrigerants
Construction and remodeling debris is completely excluded from free bulk pickup. You must call to arrange removal for a fee of $25.00 per hopper.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Since Machesney Park collections occur on Fridays, any observed holiday falling on Monday through Friday will delay your trash, recycling, and yard waste service to Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as garbage during its active collection season (April through early December).
Download the Rock River Disposal app or use the online Waste Wizard tool to receive digital alerts regarding holiday schedule changes.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring & Summer
April to SeptemberWeekly yard waste collection begins in April. You can place your grass clippings and bundled branches out on Friday alongside your regular refuse.
Autumn
October to DecemberTake advantage of the Village's leaf vacuuming program, starting in early October. Rake leaves to the road edge (avoiding the street and gravel) for specialized truck collection.
Winter
December to MarchWhen Machesney Park receives 2 or more inches of snow, a 'Snow Emergency' is declared. Ensure your waste totes are kept clear of the street and positioned on your driveway apron to avoid interfering with snowplows.
Local Tips & Community Info
Machesney Park Waste Collection Guide
Keeping the Village of Machesney Park clean requires residents to follow the official waste management guidelines set forth by the Public Works Department. All standard residential garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection is managed through an exclusive contract with Rock River Disposal. Staying informed about the Friday pickup routine, proper bin etiquette, and allowable materials ensures a hassle-free experience for everyone in the community.
Friday Collection Schedule and Holiday Adjustments
For the vast majority of households within village limits, standard garbage day falls on Friday. However, certain national holidays can disrupt this weekly schedule. If a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Independence Day, or Christmas lands on a weekday, your trash retrieval will be bumped back one day, typically to Saturday. You can always verify these seasonal shifts by checking the official Rock River Disposal calendar online or contacting their support center.
Cart Placement Regulations
There are strict village ordinances regarding when you can leave your refuse containers by the curb. Homeowners should not push their carts out to the street any earlier than Thursday. Furthermore, once the trucks have emptied your bins on Friday, you are required to pull all containers back to your house or garage within 24 hours to keep the neighborhood looking neat and tidy.
Digital Tools: The WasteConnect App
To make tracking your collection days easier, residents are encouraged to utilize the WasteConnect mobile application. Provided by Waste Connections (the parent company of Rock River Disposal), this handy app allows you to set up phone reminders, receive instant alerts about weather-related delays, and access a digital 'Waste Wizard' tool that helps you determine whether specific items belong in the recycling bin or the trash can.
Yard Waste and Specialized Recycling
Dealing with autumn leaves and spring yard cleanup is simple, as Rock River Disposal also handles curbside yard waste and leaf vacuuming during designated seasons. For items that cannot go in your curbside bin—like old electronics, hazardous chemicals, or bulky household goods—Machesney Park residents can turn to Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful, a local organization offering specialized drop-off recycling programs.
Drop-off Facilities
Rockford Household Hazardous Waste Facility
3333 Kishwaukee St, Rockford, IL 61109
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What day is garbage collected in Machesney Park?
Standard residential garbage and recycling pickup occurs every Friday throughout the Village, unless a major weekday holiday pushes the schedule back by one day.
Who provides trash service in the Village of Machesney Park?
The Village contracts with Rock River Disposal to manage all residential refuse, recycling, and yard waste collection. You can reach them at (815) 965-2489.
When do I need to bring my trash cans in from the curb?
Village rules stipulate that all empty waste containers must be removed from the curbside within 24 hours after the collection truck has serviced your home.