Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Melrose Park
Trash Day
Tuesday and Friday (twice per week across all residential areas)
Recycling
Every Tuesday
Yard Waste
Tuesdays (April through November)
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day (or the evening before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Village utility and water payments can be made online via the Village of Melrose Park water dashboard, by phone, or dropped in the 24-hour drop box at Village Hall.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, ACH, Mail, Phone, In Person, Drop Box
Republic Services Cart (or 33-gallon personal can) Bin (Trash)
Place at the curb the night before or before 7:00 AM on your scheduled pickup day (Tuesdays and Fridays for most areas). Remove empty containers from the curbline after collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste and scraps
- ✓Non-recyclable wrappers and plastics
- ✓Small broken household items
Republic Services Recycling Cart Bin (Recycling)
Place items loosely in the recycling cart. Do not bag recyclables in plastic. Must be placed out the night before or by 7:00 AM on service day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Aluminum cans and steel tins
- ✓Clean plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags or film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics and batteries
- ✕Food waste or liquids
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Collected on Fridays from April through November. Must use a 33-gallon refuse can with a landscape sticker or biodegradable paper bags. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves and weeds
- ✓Plant and garden debris
- ✓Small twigs and brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your scheduled Republic Services collection day
Placement
Place at the curb the night before or by 7:00 AM on your collection day. Once village trucks pass, they will not return for late items.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches, tables, and desks
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Chairs and standard furniture
- ✓ DIY remodeling debris (collected separately by Public Works)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Contractor-generated construction debris
- ✕ Electronics and televisions
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Liquid paints and solvents
Standard household furniture is collected by Republic Services at no extra charge. For DIY remodeling debris, the first Public Works truckload is free, with fees for subsequent loads.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, Republic Services collections for the remainder of the week are typically delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Friday yard waste collection will be pushed to Saturday during weeks with a recognized holiday.
Public Works remodeling debris pickup may also be delayed; always place items out before 7:00 AM regardless of holiday week adjustments.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring through Fall
April - NovemberYard waste collection runs exclusively on Fridays from April through November. All organic material must be correctly placed in paper bags or a stickered 33-gallon can.
Late Autumn
October - NovemberDuring peak leaf fall, never rake your leaves into the street, alley, or along the Silver Creek embankment, as this blocks storm sewers and causes localized flooding.
Winter
December - MarchWhen severe winter storms hit, keep your carts recessed in your driveway rather than in the street. This allows the Public Works snowplows and TV 380 Skid Loaders to safely clear the roadways.
Local Tips & Community Info
Melrose Park Sanitation Partnership
To maintain a clean and sanitary environment, the Village of Melrose Park contracts its residential waste hauling to Republic Services. This partnership ensures that local neighborhoods have consistent, dependable weekly garbage removal. Homeowners must utilize the provided heavy-duty refuse carts, placing them at the curb or alley line by 6:00 a.m. on their scheduled collection morning. However, local ordinances stipulate that you should not drag your bins out before 6:00 p.m. the evening prior, preventing overnight pests and keeping the streetscape tidy.
Navigating Your Blue Recycling Bin
Environmental responsibility is heavily emphasized in Melrose Park. Your blue recycling cart is meant solely for loose, clean recyclables. Acceptable materials include flattened corrugated cardboard, aluminum beverage cans, tin food cans, and household plastic bottles. The most common mistake residents make is bagging their recyclables in plastic grocery sacks, which completely jams up the sorting machinery at the processing center. Simply toss your approved items loosely into the blue bin, ensuring all food residue has been rinsed out beforehand.
Seasonal Green Waste Disposal
Lawn care season brings an influx of grass clippings, fallen leaves, and pruned branches. In Melrose Park, yard waste collection operates seasonally, generally running from the first week of April through the final week of November. During this window, all organic landscaping debris must be placed in 30-gallon biodegradable Kraft paper bags. If you prefer to use a standard rigid garbage can, it must be clearly designated for yard waste only. Branches need to be securely tied with twine into manageable bundles that do not exceed four feet in length or fifty pounds in weight.
Dealing with Bulky Household Goods
Getting rid of an old sofa, a broken dining table, or a worn-out mattress is covered under your standard residential service, but there are limits. Republic Services will pick up one large bulk item per week alongside your normal household refuse. For sanitary protection, all mattresses and box springs must be completely sealed in plastic mattress bags before being placed at the curb. If you are cleaning out an entire estate or have multiple bulky items, you must contact the hauler ahead of time to rent a dumpster or arrange for a special bulk pickup.
Electronic Waste (E-Waste) Regulations
Under Illinois state law, electronic waste cannot be dumped into standard landfills. This means Melrose Park residents are strictly prohibited from throwing televisions, laptops, printers, or computer monitors into their curbside garbage carts. To safely dispose of e-waste, residents should look out for community electronic recycling drive events hosted by the village or Cook County, or drop off their electronics at certified e-waste recycling facilities located throughout the surrounding suburban area.
Impact of National Holidays on Pickup
Your regular trash day may occasionally shift due to the observance of major holidays. Republic Services halts operations on six primary holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If a holiday falls on a weekday before or on your collection day, your service will be delayed by 24 hours. Friday collections will subsequently take place on Saturday during these holiday weeks.
Drop-off Facilities
Naperville Household Hazardous Waste Facility
156 Fort Hill Drive, Naperville, IL 60540
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Which company picks up the garbage in Melrose Park?
Republic Services is the contracted waste management company responsible for all residential trash, recycling, and yard waste collection in the Village of Melrose Park.
When does yard waste season begin and end?
Yard waste pickup is a seasonal service that typically begins in early April and concludes at the end of November, perfectly aligning with the local growing and leaf-fall seasons.
Can I throw away a mattress with my weekly garbage?
Yes, you are allowed to place one large item, such as a mattress, out per week. However, the mattress must be fully wrapped and sealed in plastic before Republic Services will take it.