Village Of Winnetka: Electronics Recycling Program Resuming In April

Press release from the Village of Winnetka:

April 2, 2021

The electronics recycling program will resume on Thursday, April 8. This program takes place at the Winnetka Public Works facility every Thursday from 1–3 PM. The Village will continue its other recycling programs year-round, which includes recycling of items such as Styrofoam, CFL bulbs, batteries, handheld electronics, holiday lights and gym shoes. Please contact the Public Works Department at 847-716-3568 with any questions.

More on Recycling Programs

The Village of Winnetka offers a drop-off site for recycling of various items at its Public Works Department Lobby, located at 1390 Willow Road, Winnetka, Illinois, 60093. Items can be dropped off Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4 PM. The following items listed below can be dropped off for recycling: 

Block Style Styrofoam

• No popcorn Styrofoam, plastic, or boxes.
• No foam insulation.
• No foam rubber or foam sheets.

Food Service Styrofoam

• Food service Styrofoam must be clean.

Used Athletic Shoes

• No metal, water, or mold is to be on the athletic shoes to be recycled.
• No flip flops, sandals, pumps, dress shoes, boots, or cleats.

Small Handheld Electronics

• No small handheld electronics with a motor.
• No plastic. 
• The following items will not be accepted; microwaves, blenders, coffee makers, toasters/toaster ovens, lamps, and vacuums cleaners.

Compact Florescence Light Bulbs (“CFLS”)

• Halogen or incandescent bulbs are not accepted. 

Holiday Lighting and Cords

This press release was produced by the Village of Winnetka. The views expressed here are the author’s own.