November 13 E-News

Rake in the Last Week of Yard Waste Pickup

As the leaves settle and colder weather approaches, the City is wrapping up yard waste operations. LRS's last week of yard waste collection will be November 24-29. The City's residential bulk curbside leaf collection is separate from the refuse service's weekly yard waste pick up and will continue into the first week of December for some zones (weather permitting).

All residents may also drop off leaves at the Public Works facility at 1111 Joseph J. Schwab (Campground) Rd. through December 19. Drop-off hours are 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Visit desplainesil.gov/leafcollection for more details.

Canadian National Railway Crossing Repairs at Touhy Avenue

Touhy Avenue Closed November 14 through November 20

The Canadian National Railway Company is making repairs to the railroad crossing at Touhy Avenue. To replace the tracks and adjacent pavement, Touhy Avenue will be closed between Mannheim Road and Greco Avenue. Work will start at 9:00 am on Friday, November 14, and conclude by 6:00 pm on Thursday, November 20.

A posted detour will encourage motorists to use Mannheim Road, Oakton Street, and Des Plaines River Road.

Motorists should anticipate delays and allow additional time for trips through the area. Drivers are encouraged to pay close attention to detour signs in the work zones, obey posted speed limits, and remain alert for workers and equipment. For more information, you can call the Canadian National Railway Company at 1-888-888-5909.