Brush collection
Next monthly collections: August 3, September 8, October 5 and November 2. Incorporated residents may place properly prepared brush at the parkway up to two days before collection.
Preparation rules ↓Help at home and in the neighborhood
Resident programs
See what is available now, prepare for seasonal collection, or request property and safety assistance.
Available now
Current and upcoming in 2026
Summer sprinkler restrictions
Seasonal lawn-watering rules apply during the summer. Verify current odd/even schedules before watering.
Check current rules ↗Yard waste
Groot’s yard-waste season runs April 1–November 30 on regular pickup days.
Prepare yard waste →Maintain my property
Home and yard
Brush collection
Branches and limbs may be up to 8 inches in diameter. Stack cut ends toward the street; do not place brush in the street, containers or tied bundles.
Questions: 630-293-2250.
Free leaf collection
Annual fall dates and preparation rules are announced seasonally.
Bulk item event
The 2026 Amnesty Day collection ran May 4–8. Check the next announced annual window before placing items.
Environmental programs
Holiday lights, pumpkin composting and rain-barrel programs run during announced seasonal windows.
Protect my home
Protect my home
Vacation Watch
Ask the Police Department to watch an eligible property while you are away.
Submit a request ↗Smoke detector assistance
Request installation assistance through the public-safety program.
Request assistance ↗Key Box
Provides emergency responders controlled access where appropriate.
Fire Protection District information ↗Address sign
Request help making an address more visible to emergency responders.
Request a sign ↗Bicycle registration
Register identifying information to help recover a lost or stolen bicycle.
Download form (PDF) ↗Learn and participate
Safety and participation
Neighborhood Watch
Organize with neighbors and the Police Department around crime prevention.
Citizens Police Academy
Learn about local police work when the next academy is announced.
Cadet program
Explore public-safety service and training opportunities for eligible participants.