Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Round Lake Beach
Trash Day
Every Monday
Recycling
Every Monday
Yard Waste
Every Monday (seasonally from April 1 through November 30)
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Water and sewer utilities are billed bi-monthly by the Village of Round Lake Beach, while curbside trash and recycling services are serviced under contract with Groot Industries.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Direct Debit), Mail, In Person, Night Drop Box
Standard Cart provided by Groot (sizes vary) Bin (Trash)
All household garbage must be placed securely inside the provided refuse cart. Carts must be placed at the curb on your scheduled service day and promptly removed after collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Solidified cooking grease in sealed containers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food waste and soiled paper
Standard 65-gallon Cart (95-gallon available upon request) Bin (Recycling)
All items must be placed loosely in the recycling cart. Absolutely no bagged recyclables are permitted. Extra recyclables can be placed in a rigid container (under 50 lbs) next to the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper, mail, and magazines
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or plastic film
- ✕Food and liquids
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Active April 1st through November 30th. Must use 32-gallon biodegradable kraft bags or rigid cans (max 50 lbs). Requires a prepaid sticker unless enrolled in Groot's subscription program. Branches must be bundled (max 4 feet long and 24 inches in diameter) with biodegradable string.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Plant and garden debris
- ✓Small branches and twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly
Placement
Place your eligible bulk item at the curb next to your Groot refuse cart on your normal collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Small furniture items
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Couches and chairs
- ✓ Household goods
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronics (TVs, computers)
- ✕ White goods (appliances)
- ✕ Hazardous chemical waste
- ✕ Large amounts of construction debris
Extremely heavy items, major appliances (white goods), or large clean-out piles require you to contact Groot at 847-693-2700 to schedule a special pickup, which may incur an additional fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on or before your regularly scheduled pickup day, your refuse and recycling services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the holiday week.
Yard Waste Exception
During the active collection season (April through November), yard waste follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard garbage.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, your standard weekday collection schedule will typically not be affected.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn
NovemberDuring the entire month of November, the Village offers a free leaf collection program. Brown paper yard waste bags containing ONLY leaves will be picked up at no charge and do not require a prepaid yard waste sticker.
Spring
AprilThe seasonal yard waste collection officially begins on April 1st. Ensure you have purchased your prepaid yard waste stickers from the Village Hall, Ace Hardware, or Jewel Food Store on Rollins Road.
Winter
December - MarchDuring active snow operations, the Electronic Recycling drop-off location on Sunset Drive will be temporarily closed. Additionally, parking is prohibited on Village streets following a snowfall of two inches or more to allow Public Works to plow safely.
Local Tips & Community Info
Solid Waste Services in Round Lake Beach
Living in Round Lake Beach means benefiting from a highly organized municipal sanitation system. The village currently holds a franchise agreement with Waste Management (WM) to provide all single-family properties with reliable weekly garbage collection. Each property is assigned a specific collection day. By following local waste ordinances and understanding the established pickup schedule, residents play a vital role in keeping Lake County neighborhoods clean, safe, and visually appealing.
Curbside Etiquette and Bin Placement
To guarantee your refuse is picked up, all WM carts must be wheeled to the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your designated service morning. The village asks that bins be positioned securely at the driveway's edge, keeping a three-foot perimeter clear of mailboxes, trees, and parked vehicles. Once the sanitation trucks have cleared your street, all empty carts must be removed from the public right-of-way by the end of the evening to comply with neighborhood property standards.
Recycling Guidelines to Prevent Contamination
Round Lake Beach strongly supports eco-friendly initiatives through its commingled recycling program. You can easily dispose of rinsed glass, aluminum cans, cardboard boxes, and rigid household plastics directly into your designated recycling cart. It is crucial to leave these items loose. Bagging your recyclables in plastic grocery sacks is strictly prohibited, as soft plastics tangle in the processing machinery at the recycling facility, which can cause entire loads to be rejected.
Handling Furniture and Oversized Items
When it is time to upgrade your home decor, disposing of the old pieces is stress-free. Waste Management permits Round Lake Beach households to leave one large bulk item at the curb each week alongside their regular trash at no extra charge. Acceptable items include old mattresses, sofas, or small appliances that do not contain freon. For items exceeding 50 pounds, it is highly recommended to notify WM customer service ahead of time so they can dispatch a properly equipped truck.
Seasonal Yard Debris Disposal
Keeping your lawn looking its best throughout the Illinois growing season requires proper yard waste management. From the beginning of April until the end of November, WM collects leaves, branches, and grass clippings. Residents have the choice of subscribing to an annual yard waste cart or utilizing the village's sticker program. If you choose the latter, an official Round Lake Beach yard waste sticker must be firmly attached to every 30-gallon kraft paper bag set out for collection.
Electronic Waste and SWALCO Drop-Offs
Discarding old electronics like televisions, computers, and printers into your standard garbage cart is illegal in Illinois. Fortunately, Round Lake Beach partners with the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) to provide safe disposal alternatives. Residents can drop off residential electronic waste at the Public Works facility located at 1045 W. Greenwood Avenue. Always check the village website for the most current drop-off hours and accepted items lists before making the trip.
Drop-off Facilities
Round Lake Beach E-Waste Drop-off (Sunset Drive)
1110 Sunset Dr, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073 (At the gated sanitary plant)
Materials Accepted
SWALCO (Solid Waste Agency of Lake County)
1311 N. Estes Street, Gurnee, IL 60031
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time must my trash be at the curb on collection day?
All garbage, recycling, and yard waste carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day to ensure they are not missed by the early routing.
Where can I recycle my old TV or computer?
You can safely recycle electronic waste by taking it to the Round Lake Beach Public Works facility on Greenwood Avenue, thanks to the village's ongoing partnership with SWALCO.
Can I throw wet paint in the garbage?
No. Liquid paint and other household chemicals are considered hazardous waste. You must utilize a SWALCO mobile collection event to properly dispose of these toxic substances.