In an effort to provide a green disposal solution, the Village has teamed up with Indianapolis-based Heritage Recycling LLC to provide curb-side collection and recycling of used carpet and padding.
The pilot program launched last year is similar to the yard and bulk waste sticker programs currently offered. Stickers cost $2 each and can be purchased at the Cashier’s Office in Village Hall, 123 Madison St. Carpet and padding must be cut or folded into rolls no larger than four feet long and not exceeding 50 pounds each. The rolls must be free of tape, tack strips, nails, knife blades, wet glue and debris, and placed in a dry location such as on or under a porch or in a garage.
Each roll requires three stickers. Pickup is scheduled by calling the telephone number or visiting the web site listed on the sticker.
The discarded carpet and pad are recycled and turned into new products or used as a fuel source.
For more information about this and other recycling opportunities, call 708.358.5700 or publicworks@oak-park.us.