Sanitation & Recycling

The Village of Mt. Zion has an exclusive franchise agreement with Waste Management to provide residential refuse, recycling, and yard waste services. All residential properties within Village limits are required to maintain garbage collection service through Waste Management.

Monthly service rates are established by the agreement and can be found in the FAQs below.

Service Details

  • Service includes one (1) 95-gallon refuse cart and one (1) 65-gallon recycling cart
  • Additional carts are available for $3.50 per month
  • If you need a cart, contact Waste Management at 1-800-796-9696

Collection Schedule

  • Pickup Day: Thursdays (once per week)
  • Time: Place carts at the curb by 6:00 a.m.
  • Placement: Carts should face the curb and be within 24 inches

Yard Waste

  • Collected April 1 – November 30
  • Must be placed in bags or bundled neatly at the curb
  • Yard waste carts are available for an additional monthly fee through Waste Management

Holiday Schedule

During the following observed holidays, collection will be delayed to Friday:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day (July 4)
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

Important Reminders

  • All refuse and recycling must be placed in approved Waste Management carts
  • Bags or unapproved containers placed at the curb will not be collected

Bulk Item Pickup

  • Residents must schedule special pickups for large items by calling 1-800-796-9696 or using the Waste Management customer portal
  • Each household receives six (6) free bulk pickups per year
  • Items should not be placed at the curb until the night before the scheduled pickup

Licensed Residential Hauler:

Waste Management - 1-800-796-9696

Licensed Commercial Haulers:

Waste Management - 1-800-796-9696

GFL Environmental - 217-935-5652

Murrell's Disposal - 217-519-0910

For questions specific to trash or recycling pick up, please call the garbage hauler company directly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I chose my own residential garbage hauler?

No, the Village of Mt. Zion has an exclusive franchise agreement with Waste Management through December 31, 2026. 

How much is residential refuse, recycling and yard waste service?

January 1, 2025 - $28.65 per month

January 1, 2026 - $30.10 per month

Waste Management bills all customers quarterly (one every three months).

 

How do I dispose of large bulky items?

Effective January 1, 2025, residents needing to dispose of large bulky items such as appliances, chairs, couches, etc. must contact Waste Management either by phone or through their customer web portal.  Waste Management will provide scheduled bulky waste pickup to all residential cart-based service recipients up to six (6) times each calendar year, one (1) item per collection, at no additional charge. Additional pick ups or additional items are subject to an additional fee as set forth below. Bulky waste items must be properly prepared and placed by the service recipient at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on the collection day.

When are the garbage collection days for my street?

Service is once weekly on Thursdays for all residents of the Village of Mt. Zion. Remember, observed holidays will alter the normal routine and pick up will be the next day on Friday.

Does Waste Management pick-up on holidays?

No, Waste Management does not pick up trash/recycling/yard waste on holidays in Mt. Zion. All pick-ups are pushed back one day the rest of the week. The following is Waste Management observed holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.  Questions regarding your service or schedule should be directed to Waste Management at 1-800-796-9696.

How is Yard Waste picked up by Waste Management?

Waste Management will pick up yard waste seasonally (April 1-November 30) at the curb on Thursdays along with garbage and recycling.  Yard waste must be stacked neatly and tied in small bundles, placed in brown yard waste bags, or placed in an approved cart (96-gallon) obtained from Waste Management for a monthly fee.  Yard waste not stacked and tied in small bundles, in an approved container or bags will not be picked up.

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