Chicago Department of Streets & Sanitation

06/16/2026

Last week DSS was honored to host a delegation from Isabela, Puerto Rico and give a tour of our material recovery facility. Isabela received a $5M grant to support recycling and waste infrastructure. It was our pleasure to welcome and share insights with the group.

06/15/2026

Today marks the start of Waste and Recycling Workers Week. Join us in thanking the dedicated team of DSS waste and recycling workers who help keep Chicago clean, beautiful, and safe!

06/12/2026

DSS continues to work diligently to address storm-related debris and damage throughout the city. Crews will remain in the field through this evening and will resume operations tomorrow with approximately 250 garbage trucks dedicated to debris collection efforts, working in coordination with Ward Superintendents and other field personnel to expedite cleanup operations citywide.

The additional waves of severe weather that moved through the city last night generated new service requests and resulted in approximately 400 additional blocked roadways due to downed trees, large limbs, and other storm-related hazards. Our immediate priority remains reopening these streets to ensure safe passage for residents, businesses, and emergency responders.

Once blocked roadways have been cleared, crews will continue working through the remaining debris removal requests and other storm-related service calls. Given the volume of requests received, we appreciate your patience and understanding as our teams continue recovery operations.

We ask that residents continue reporting storm-related issues through 311 so that requests can be tracked and addressed as efficiently as possible.

06/12/2026

To view garbage and recycling schedules, visit Chicagorecycles.org.

06/11/2026

We are working to respond to more than 5,000 tree emergencies from yesterday’s storm. Crews are out citywide today clearing debris. Please take caution around downed trees, and if you have or see one, report it to 311 by using the CHI311 app or visiting

Chicago's 311 provides easy access to information & services for Chicago residents, businesses, and visitors. With CHI311 you can submit service, track and follow service requests throughout the city.

06/11/2026

We have received more than 2,800 tree emergency requests. Crews are out working to open streets and clear debris. Please continue to report downed trees to 311, using the CHI311 app or visiting

Chicago's 311 provides easy access to information & services for Chicago residents, businesses, and visitors. With CHI311 you can submit service, track and follow service requests throughout the city.

06/10/2026

This afternoon’s storm has affected residents citywide. DSS Forestry crews are out this evening to address tree emergencies. If you encounter a downed tree, take caution and report it to 311, and please be patient as we work through requests.

05/22/2026

There will be adjustments to garbage and recycling collection schedules next week due to the Memorial Day holiday. To view your schedule, visit chicagorecycles.org.