AVON TOWNSHIP
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
REFUSE, RECYCLE AND LANDSCAPE COLLECTION PROGRAM
Beginning October 1st, 2019, Lakes Disposal Services is pleased to announce that we have been selected as the exclusive hauler to provide Residential Refuse, Recycle and Landscape waste collection for the residents of Avon Township, located in unincorporated Lake County. Service options and details are available below, with contact info for residents who may have questions about setting up their account.
Avon Township initiated the process to help lower waste collection costs for its residents, and to provide additional services. Our comprehensive solid waste program is designed to encourage recycling and waste reduction, reduce litter in the neighborhoods and ensure that waste is disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner.
To find if your home is located within the contracted service area, please see the map below.
Call Lakes Disposal at (847) 366-8582 to sign up for service or if you have any questions.
Avon Township (click to download a PDF)
Service includes once per week collection of refuse, recycle and yard waste collection with:
(1) 96 gallon trash cart and (1) bulk item allowed each week (one person can lift into a refuse truck).
(1) 64 gallon recycle cart
(1) 64 gallon yard waste cart
Christmas tree collection for the month of January at no charge to resident.
Electronics Dumpster at Avon Township for drop off items. Residential Customers only.
5 year contract with annual increase:
First year rate: $84.00/Quarter (every 3 months)
Senior Discount (10%) available for 65 years of age or older. $75.60/Quarter (every 3 months)
*All equipment will be owned and maintained by Lakes Disposal Services.
Curbside Collection Services
All residents will have access to refuse collection, with (1) 96 trash cart, as well as recycle collection with (1) 64 gallon recycle cart, and yard waste collection with (1) 64 gallon cart.
Household refuse, recycle and yard waste will be collected after 6:00 AM on your scheduled service day, please have all items out the night before. Please keep in mind, separate trucks pick up refuse, recycle and yard waste, so these materials may be collected at different times of the day.
Bulk Items
One bulk item such as a couch, chair or table will be collected each week at no additional charge. Bulk items must be less than 50 lbs., and can be collected by 1 person and into the truck.
Special Pickups
Special pick-ups must be pre-arranged for scheduling and payment. If you choose to have this done on a day other than your scheduled service day an extra trip fee will be charged.
Electronic Waste
The Illinois Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act prohibits any person from allowing or to cause mixing of any of the items listed with municipal waste that is intended for disposal at a landfill. Electronic items such as televisions, monitors, computers and printers are some of the most common items no longer allowed in the regular trash. Lakes Disposal offers collection of these items directly from your home for an additional fee; however, you must call in advance to schedule a pick-up and make arrangements. Customers also have the option to bring their items directly to drop off sites throughout the area. Avon Township has an electronics dumpster on site for your convenience. Residential customers only.
Televisions Keyboards & Printers Video Cassette Recorders
Electronic Mice Digital Converter Boxes Cable Receivers
Scanners Fax Machines Printers
Recycling
Recyclable materials are collected curbside weekly on your primary day of service. Please do not put your recyclables in plastic bags in the toter. Recyclables shall be placed clean and dry, loose in the recycle cart. All recyclable materials should be rinsed free of food. Cardboard boxes must be broken down, flattened and cut into a manageable size (2’X2’). Cardboard should be placed next to your other recyclables. No plastic bags are allowed.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected weekly, April 1 thru the 2nd full week of December. If you have additional yard waste beyond the cart, call our office and we can arrange additional collection at an additional fee.
Christmas trees will be collected the first two weeks of January at no additional charge from all residential households. All decorations, stands, etc. must be removed from trees. Do not place trees in plastic bags; trees in plastic bags will not be collected.
White Goods
White goods such as refrigerators, freezers, ovens, washers, dryers, water heaters, etc. require a special pick up as a separate disposal is required by the state. There will be a separate fee per appliance for collection; residents must call our office to schedule a collection in advance.
Observed Holidays Thanksgiving Day
Labor Day New Year’s Day
Memorial Day Christmas Day
July 4th
Scheduled collections that fall on or after an observed holiday will be delayed by one day the week of the holiday only.
Vacation Policy
Residents are required to call Lakes Disposal PRIOR to stopping service for extended vacations. Vacation hold must be a minimum of one month and there is not a maximum. One vacation hold per year is allowed. Residents must provide a return date and all balances must be paid before the hold can be applied; credit will be issued the following billing cycle.
Dumpster Rental
Dumpsters are a great solution for any homeowner, business owner, or contractor. They are generally rented for spring cleaning projects, small remodel projects, roofing, cleanouts, etc. Whatever your task is, we have the right container to haul it away. Call Lakes Disposal to receive a quote and order your dumpster today.
If you would like more information about this program please contact our Customer Service Department at (815) 675-0400 or (847) 366-8582. You can also visit our website at www.lakesdisposal.com.
