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Important: Garbage Schedule Change + Upcoming FREE Paper Shred Event

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Summary

Anthony Napolitano, alderman of Chicago’s 41st Ward, announced that garbage collection will pause Monday, October 12, and resume Tuesday through Friday; recycling will continue on its regular schedule. The ward will host a free paper-shredding event on November 1, with a limit of two large bags of paper documents per vehicle.

Email from 41st Ward

Dear Neighbors,

Please be advised of a temporary change to garbage collection next week due to the Columbus Day holiday on Monday, October 12.


🗑️ Garbage Collection

There will be NO garbage collection on Monday, October 12. Garbage service will resume Tuesday, October 13, through Friday, October 16.


♻️ Recycling Collection

Recycling service will be collected without interruption Monday through Friday.

Please keep your garbage and recycling carts accessible throughout the week and leave them out until they have been serviced.


🏢 41st Ward Office

The 41st Ward Office will be closed Monday, October 12, in observance of Columbus Day. Our office will reopen Tuesday, October 13, at 9:00 a.m.


📄 FREE Fall Paper Shred Event — Sunday, November 1

Don't forget to mark your calendar for our upcoming FREE Fall Paper Shred Event!

Sunday, November 1, 2026

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Resurrection College Prep High School

7500 W. Talcott Avenue, Chicago, IL

Rear lot — access off Oriole Avenue

This is a great opportunity to safely dispose of sensitive documents and protect your personal information.

Event Guidelines:

  • FREE document shredding
  • 2 large bags per vehicle
  • Paper documents only
  • No electronics

I hope you can take advantage of this great service for our community.


We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Columbus Day.


Sincerely,

Anthony Napolitano

41st Ward Alderman

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41st Ward Service Office
7231 W. Touhy Ave.
Chicago, IL 60631
TEL: (773) 631-2241
FAX: (773) 631-2479
EMAIL: ward41@cityofchicago.org
WEBSITE: www.chicago41.com

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