Resident guide
Environmental Programs and Commission Work
Find recurring environmental programs, current events and the Environmental Commission’s public work without freezing dates.
Commission work
The Environmental Commission supports public education and local environmental initiatives. Meeting records remain in the official agenda-and-minutes archive.
Recurring programs
City communications have included rain barrels, holiday-light recycling, paper shredding, pumpkin composting, monarch conservation and related stewardship activities. Availability and dates vary by year.
Find current opportunities
Use the current City event calendar and news notices for registration, accepted materials, locations, limits and cancellations. The published Sustainability & Stewardship source is empty and is not treated as a separate current program.
Source coverage: Environmental Commission in Action
Annual Events that Make a Difference The purpose of the Environmental Commission is to research, discuss and recommend to City Council various environmental programs and policies that would facilitate the protection and improvement of the environment, efficient management of natural resources, promote a sustainable community, and enhance the aesthetic appearance of the City. Commission members also explore and discuss innovative practices implemented in other communities to gain insight on environmental trends and to bring recommendations to City elected. Coordinate Rain Barrel Sales Organize Holiday Light Recycling Event Host a Paper Shredding Event Advocate for Monarch Conservation Assist with Pumpkin Composting Event Learn more about the West Chicago Environmental Commission