Mount Prospect Public Works Department

Trees are nature's heroes! They clean our air by absorbing CO2 and then producing oxygen. Wildlife needs them for their habitats. They cool urban areas and offer shade on hot days. Help Public Works maintain the Village's urban forest by reading tips from our website. https://bit.ly/3KZkhmi

Do you have an issue with your refuse or recycling cart? No problem! Call Public Works today. 847-870-5640 https://bit.ly/39mPM59

Today, we honor the American worker and their contributions to our nation's strength, prosperity, and well-being. Whether you're relaxing or working today, we salute your hard work and dedication all year round!

Refuse will be delayed one day this week. Your regularly scheduled pickup is on that day or after; your pickup will be delayed by one day. Friday pickups will be done on Saturday. The following week, we will return to the regular collection schedule. https://bit.ly/39mPM59

New to Mount Prospect? Welcome! Get all the information you need as a new resident of Mount Prospect. We've got you covered, from local services like water and garbage pickup details to community events. https://bit.ly/4d7Etyj

Save the date! The Household Hazardous Waste Collection is coming! September 28th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appointments will be needed. More information is coming soon! https://bit.ly/366e6bi

Stay informed about parking regulations in Mount Prospect to avoid any issues. https://bit.ly/3Lw2K5z

New Bike Racks Installed at Prospect & Pine! Great news: Public Works has just installed brand-new bike racks at the corner of Prospect and Pine. Riding your bike to the fantastic restaurants and shops along Prospect is easier than ever. Why drive when you can pedal? Biking is eco-friendly and a great way to enjoy the beautiful weather and support our local businesses. So grab your helmet, hop on your bike, and make your next trip to Prospect a green one!

Soon, the season will change, and with it, the weather. Leaves will soon change colors and begin to fall. Though the growing season is ending, trees still require care to ensure they go into a healthy dormancy. To help safeguard your trees for the next season, visit our webpage for fall tree care tips. https://bit.ly/2ZiO2q6

⚠️ Storm Response Update:
- The Public Works Department worked through the night to clear trees and branches from all Mount Prospect major roadways. Currently, crews are clearing side streets and parkways.
- ComEd is reporting about 1,300 customers without power in Mount Prospect. See the graphic below for ways to report outages. To check the status of your outage, visit ComEd.com/Map
- As a reminder, the Mount Prospect Fire Department urges everyone to keep their distance from downed power lines.

🌳 How to Report Downed Trees/Branches:
1. First identify if the tree or branch is on your private property or in the public parkway.
2. If the tree is on public property or blocking public streets or sidewalks, call Public Works at 847-870-5640 (after hours call 847-870-5656). You can also report through the Village's mpDelivers app (Powered by SeeClickFix). Details on the app can be found at www.mountprospect.org/crm
3. When reporting, please include as much detail as possible, starting with if the tree/branch is on public or private property.
4. If the tree/branch is on private property, the property owner is responsible for removal. Through the Village's brush collection program, residents may set out an unlimited number of properly prepared bundles. See the image below for the guidelines on preparing brush. Visit www.mountprospect.org/organics for additional details.

On 8/27/2024, Mount Prospect was hit with a severe storm resulting in down trees and power lines. Currently, PW crews are focusing heavily on the hardest hit area in town: North of Golf, South of Lincoln, East of Busse Rd and West of Emerson to make those streets passable. If your parkway tree was damaged, please call Public Works at 847-870-5640 to report it. If you have private property brush and limbs generated by the storm, this material must be properly prepared for collection on your scheduled garbage collection day. For more information, please visit

Organics and Yard Waste Collection | Village of Mount Prospect, IL The Village has rebranded existing yard waste program as an Organics program.  In addition to the collection of yard waste, the village will now accept organics material including fruits, vegetables, meat, etc.  All yard waste and organics material will be collected in unlimited quantities for no ...

⚠️ Earlier this evening, Mount Prospect was hit with a severe storm resulting in downed trees, branches, and power lines. Please be aware of the following:

⁃ There is no impact to emergency services.
⁃ The Village’s Public Works Department is working on clearing roadways. Safe passable streets are currently a top priority. Clearing branches from parkways will follow. Call 847-870-5656 to report damage.
⁃ ComEd is aware of power outages and is working to restore service. The Mount Prospect Fire Department urges everyone to keep away from downed power lines. Do not attempt to move power lines or touch them for any reason.

We will provide updates on this situation as information becomes available.

Did you know effective stormwater management is crucial for reducing flooding, protecting our water quality, and ensuring a sustainable environment? Mount Prospect is committed to maintaining and improving our stormwater systems. Our comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan focuses on:
✅ Reducing flood risks
✅ Enhancing water quality
✅ Promoting green infrastructure
✅ Ensuring community safety

Learn more about how we’re working to keep our streets and waterways safe and clean: https://bit.ly/3OYIN9s

We appreciate all that the Public Works crew does! Did you know they are responsible for the setup and teardown for each community event? Without their help, none of the fun festivals and community events would be possible!

Keeping your refuse cart clean isn't so difficult! Check out this video for a quick how-to.

How to Clean a Refuse Cart If your refuse cart is filthy and smelly, here are a few easy steps to clean it.

The Forestry and Grounds Division is busy installing trunk guards and mulching trees on parkways this month. https://bit.ly/2ZiO2q6

Have you noticed a streetlight out? If the light pole is black metal, it belongs to the Village. Contact Public Works immediately, and we will fix it. But if the pole is wood, it belongs to ComEd. You can click here to submit the outage. https://bit.ly/4bSCA7I

Call the Public Works Department at (847) 870-5640 to exchange refuse carts. There is no cost to do so. There are three sizes: 35, 65, and 95 gallons. https://bit.ly/39mPM59

Our Village is undergoing several critical infrastructure improvements to enhance our community's quality of life. These projects, from road resurfacing and sewer upgrades to pedestrian improvements, aim to ensure a safer, more efficient, and beautiful Mount Prospect for everyone. Visit our Public Works page to stay updated on project progress and how they benefit you. https://bit.ly/3i7bMWL

Did you know Public Works publishes a newsletter dedicated to recycling? It's a useful tool that may answer your recycling questions. For a hard copy, call Public Works or stop by! For an electronic version, click here. https://bit.ly/3xY67iz

Sod is installed from April through May and September through November by an approved contractor through the Village’s bid process. Sod is best laid in the early spring before Memorial Day and early/late fall after Labor Day. Sites requiring restoration are tracked throughout the year and completed at the appropriate times. If you believe you need sod restoration due to a utility dig, contact Public Works and ask for the Forestry & Grounds Division at 847-870-5640. https://bit.ly/3zbNQOK

🚧 Construction Notice: The Cook County Department of Transportation & Highways (CCDOTH) is performing ADA sidewalk and signal upgrades at the intersections Euclid & Wheeling and Euclid & Burning Bush. This work is part of a county-wide project involving over a dozen intersections.

According to CCDOTH, sidewalk work at Euclid is planned to be completed and in service before the start of the school year. Signal work will still be in progress.

Work at Burning Bush will follow. CCDOTH plans to add stone to either the west or east side of the intersection so students crossing Euclid can safely reach Indian Grove School.

📢 For further detail, contact the project engineer at [email protected] or 708-951-2525.

We are excited to announce four new projects aimed at reducing drainage issues in our Village. These improvements will help manage stormwater more effectively, ensuring a safer and more resilient community for all residents. For more information on these projects, visit our webpage: https://bit.ly/46egOds

Did you know 25-35% of all landfill waste comes from styrofoam products? Help reduce this harmful contamination and recycle styrofoam here at Public Works. For more information, check out our website. https://bit.ly/2S55aMg