Wilmette Offers 24/7 Compst Drop Off For Residents

WILMETTE, IL — Composting just became easier in Wilmette with the newly launched compost drop-off pilot program.

Beginning this month, residents will have access to five locations that will be open 24/7 throughout the village to dispose of approved waste. Loose food scraps are preferred, but acceptable waste includes:

• Meat, fish, bones
• Coffee filters and grounds
• Eggshells, nut shells, nuts, & pits
• Dairy & non-dairy alternatives
• Baked goods & grains
• Pizza boxes
• Napkins, paper towels and 100% paper products
• BPI-certified compostable products

Non-accepted items include:

• Plastic and Styrofoam
• Produce stickers
• Glass, metal, and foil
• Excessive oils/liquids (fats, grease, etc)
• Pet waste, diapers, baby wipes

The drop-off program's pilot period will end Dec. 31 this year.

"Throughout this time, staff will assess usage, locations, and proper disposal to determine if this program will be a permanent offering in the Village," officials said in a statement.

Residents will find drop-off locations at:

• Wilmette Public Works - 711 Laramie Ave.
• Thornwood Park - 2361 Kenilworth Ave.
• Centennial Recreation Complex - 2300 Old Glenview Rd.
• Metra Poplar Parking Lot - Poplar Dr. and Oakwood Ave.
• CTA Linden Parking Lot - 349 Linden Ave.