60% Recycling Taskforce

The 2009 Solid Waste Management Plan Update, approved by the Lake County Board on April 13, 2010, contains a recommendation that requires both Lake County and SWALCO to convene a task force and appoint members to address the goal of increasing recycling in Lake County.

Active Contracts

Lists of SWALCO's current contracts.

Commercial Hauling Ordinance

In 2014 State legislation (Public Act 98-1079) was enacted that amended the authority of municipalities to enter into exclusive franchise contracts for waste and recycling services for local businesses and institutions.

Directors & Alternates

A current list of SWALCO members.

Meetings

View meeting schedules and associated packets for the Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, and the Legislative Committee.

Publications

View the various publications related to SWALCO.

Video Library

Your Neighborhood Programs

Since the Agency was formed in 1991, 43 municipalities, Great Lakes Naval Training Center and Lake County have joined to participate in forming and maintaining the county solid waste management system. Agency staff provide members with assistance and advice on any and all solid waste management issues.