The Village of Hanover Park and the Hanover Park Environmental Committee sponsors a recycling event each year. The event was presented with the Governor's Hometown Award in 2010. To become a volunteer, call (630) 823-5706. Watch for additional information. ELECTRONICS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!
Recyclable Items
Cell phones and ink-jet cartridges / Eyeglasses, hearing aids, and keys / CFL and fluorescent bulbs / Household batteries /
Large lead-acid batteries (automobile, sump pump, SLA, and marine batteries only) / Motor oil and antifreeze / Clean, usable child and
adult clothing / Assistive devices: walkers, crutches, canes, and so on / Fire extinguishers and scrap metal / Personal documents for
shredding (service is free; No businesses. No hard covers, binders, binder clips, or books. Staples and paperclips OK)
Unacceptable Items
No electronics accepted / Paint / Large appliances (such as refrigerators and ovens) / Oil filters / Needles / Prescription drugs /
Water heaters / Air conditioners / Garbage disposals
Complete list of what we can (and can’t) recycle at this event at hpil.org.