Rubino Receives Outstanding Public Program Award

Orland Park, IL – The Orland Township Highway Department under the leadership of Commissioner Antonio Rubino received the Outstanding Public Sector Award from the Illinois Recycling Foundation at their Annual Awards luncheon.

“Commissioner Rubino has been an active participant in our work, helping redirect nearly 100 bicycles that may have entered the waste stream to beneficial use as tools of transportation and self-determination around greater Chicago and across the globe,” said Trevor Clarke, CEO of Working Bikes.

Since 2021, The Highway Department has recycled over 518, 378 pounds of electronics, extended drop-off hours, organized and sorted various recyclables including paper, cardboard, aluminum cans and plastic bottles.

“After taking office in 2021 I have taken an innovative approach to bettering our community and I am truly honored to be recognized by the Illinois Recycling Foundation,” said Highway Commissioner Antonio Rubino.

Under Rubino’s leadership the Highway Department has partnered with many organizations to better the environment which has contributed to waste reduction and a greener community.

For more information on programs and services offered by the Highway Department, please call (708) 403-5148.