Lombard, IL – Residents across Lombard and the surrounding DuPage County area now have a 24/7 option to recycle broken or unwanted holiday lights, with the Village officially opening its seasonal drop-off program this week.
According to the Village of Lombard, the collection site will operate from November 26 through January 19, offering a community-wide recycling service for old holiday lights, damaged extension cords, and scrap wiring. Items will be processed through Elgin Recycling as part of the Village’s annual sustainability initiative.
The drop-off bin is located outside Lombard Public Works at 1051 S. Hammerschmidt Ave, and remains accessible to residents day and night. Village officials say the program aims to reduce landfill waste at a time when households generate heavy seasonal disposal.
To protect processing equipment, the Village is urging residents to remove all ornaments, hooks, and bags before placing cords or light strands into the bin. Plastic bags and film materials should never be included in curbside recycling or the drop-off container, as they can cause machinery jams and delays.
The holiday light recycling program has become a yearly staple in Lombard as families prepare for decorating, replacing older lights, or cleaning up after the holidays. Village officials say the service benefits not just Lombard residents but also those in nearby communities who may be looking for responsible disposal options during the winter months.
The collection will remain open through January 19, giving residents several weeks after the holidays to remove and recycle old lights.
More information is available at the Village’s website.
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