618-586-2777301 S Main St, Palestine. IL

Village of Palestine

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Public Works

Luke McNair

The Palestine, Illinois Public Works Department is a dedicated and hardworking three-person team committed to maintaining and enhancing the village’s infrastructure and public spaces.

The Public Works team’s unwavering dedication to their roles reflects their deep commitment to the well-being and quality of life for all residents of Palestine.

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Yard Waste

  • There will be no collection on  New Year’s Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
  •        Brush collection is typically done once a week. If time permits we will run a second route. 
  •        Yard debris must be out by 6 AM.
  •        We encourage residents to place yard debris behind the curb or gutter to avoid blocking drainage pathways or impeding traffic flow in your neighborhood. Putting any debris in roadways or alleyways is an ordinance violation.
  •        Leaf vac runs from October or November through mid-December, depending on the season.
  •        Bagged leaf pick up is during regular brush route.
  •        We only pick up grass that is bagged or in other containers.
  •        Separate limbs and sticks from leaf piles.
  •        If you live on a private drive, please take materials to the nearest public street.
  •        We do not collect stumps, rocks, stones, metal, lumber, plastics, glass,   fencing or waste materials. PLEASE NO SOD.
  •        Our schedule may vary slightly due to weather conditions and volume of debris. We appreciate your patience.
  •        Yard debris generated by anyone other than the homeowner (including hired contractors) must be removed as part of their service.
  •        The Village brush dump is for Village residents only.

Important Contact Numbers

Ameren CIPS

  • Emergency 888-789-2477

Call JULIE before you dig

  • 1-800-892-0123

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