West Cook News

Last evening, portions of the community south of 47th Street experienced heavy rainfall and high winds. Residents in these areas who have downed branches from the storm event may bring them to the curb, where Public Works crews will begin pickup next week. It is not necessary to submit a work request for pickup following this event.

Fallen branches should be placed at the curb no later than the end of the day on Sunday, August 18, 2024, which is 48 hours after the event. All branches placed at the curb must adhere to the following storm pickup guidelines:

Branches placed at the curb for pickup must be the result of storm damage. Branches that have been cut or sawed will not be picked up for removal.

Any brush placed at the curb that was not a result of storm damage (i.e., landscape debris, processed wood, weeds) will not be collected. Regular tree trimmings, twigs, or any small branch that can be placed in a lawn bag should be stickered through the yard waste program.

Branches must be stacked neatly on the parkway, oriented perpendicular to the curb with the stump facing towards the street and three feet away from stationary items such as trees and hydrants.

Branches intended for pickup by the Public Works Division must not be tied with string or wire and must be free of wire, staples, nails, or metal of any kind.

Root balls, stumps, lumber, debris, rocks, grasses, or any non-woody material will not be picked up.

Do not cut branches into smaller sections. The longer the branch is, the easier it is for our crew to pick up.

Branches and twigs shorter than 18 inches or less than one inch in diameter should be placed in a yard waste bag for removal by your waste carrier.

Additional information can be found in the Village's FAQ.