Recycling Carts

Standard Carts
The City provides each home with 1 free recycling cart at no charge to the resident. Only items inside the cart will be picked up. The standard size of recycling cart used by the City is 65 gallons.

Lost or Damaged Carts
If lost or damaged, this cart will be replaced free, 1 time only.

Substitute Carts
If residents desire a smaller cart, a 35-gallon size can be substituted upon request. The City orders substitute carts 1 to 2 times per year. Carts must be substituted at the Public Works offices only. Additional carts, if desired in either size, are available at a cost of:
  • $45 for a 35-gallon cart
  • $55 for a 65-gallon cart
Additional Carts
Additional carts may be purchased for $55 at the Public Works Department located at:
3900 Berdnick Street
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

Fees

Type Size Cost
1st Recycling Cart
65 Gallons
Free
1st Replacement of Lost or Broken Cart
65 Gallons
Free
Cart Substitution
65 Gallons
$55
Cart Substitution
35 Gallons
$45
Additional Carts
65 Gallons
$55