Environmental Awareness

The Village is committed to fostering a greener lifestyle for all residents. Throughout the year, various community-wide recycling and environmentally safe disposal programs are offered, designed to help residents make a positive impact on the planet. From electronics to holiday lights, batteries to U.S. flags, and pharmaceutical disposal program, the Village offers these programs to make it as easy as possible for residents to dispose of items responsibly, preventing them from ending up in landfills where they can harm the environment.

But the commitment to sustainability goes beyond just recycling programs. The Village believes that every small step counts towards a greener future and encourages residents to take simple actions in their daily lives that can make a big difference. Residents are urged to reduce their energy consumption by turning off lights and appliances when not in use, or by opting for energy-efficient appliances. Residents can also cut down on water waste by fixing leaks and being mindful of their water usage.

By working together as a community, we can create a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Initiatives 

The Village routinely holds events and programs to help the Village and its residents, reduce their environmental footprint by promoting green initiatives and programs. Some programs available for residents include:

Green Day Recycling Event: 

Need to declutter your home and get rid of those unwanted electronic items? Participate in the Village's Green Day program, which takes place on the first Saturday of May. This event is open to Itasca residents and businesses. For more information, please visit the Green Day page.

Holiday Lights Recycling Program: 

Have your holiday lights lost their twinkle? The Village of Itasca collects broken lights from November through the end of January at the Public Works Garage, 411 N Prospect, weekdays from 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and at the Itasca Police Department, 540 N. Irving Park Road, anytime during the week.

• Acceptable items: All color and lengths of mini-lights (Italian lights), C7, C9, rope lights, LED lights, and extension cords.

Prescription Drug Drop Off Box: 

Looking for a safe way to dispose of your prescription drugs? The Itasca Police Department offers a year-round prescription medication drug take-back program for residents at no charge. The disposal box is located in the Police Department's lobby, which is accessible anytime during the week.

• Accepted items include: Prescription medications, including controlled substances; Over-the-counter medications; Medication samples; Pet medications; Medicated ointments, lotions, creams, and oils; Liquid medication in leak-proof containers; Inhalers (in a sealed container or bag)
• Items not accepted: Needles/sharps; Liquid Medications; Bloody or infectious waste; Personal care products; Empty medical devices; Illicit drugs

Information on sharps and needle disposal can be found at DuPage County's Recycling Guide, in the Medications Section.

Rain Barrell and Rear Yard Drainage Programs:

The Village wants to help you reduce your stormwater. That's why the Village offers residents two programs to help: the Rain Barrel Program and Rear Yard Drainage Assistance. Did you know that a rain garden can qualify under the program? Not only does it help collect stormwater runoff, but it also beautifies your home. For more information, visit the Rear Yard Drainage and Rain Barrel Program pages under Public Works.