Illinois
Compost drop-off
Galesburg compost drop-off
Hours, sticker price, who can use it, item fees, hazardous waste options, and holiday notes for Galesburg Oversized Brush and Limb Drop-Off.
Not a household-trash drop-off. This page covers only the specifically listed recycling, compost, hazardous or specialty materials. Check the accepted materials before loading your vehicle.
Last verified from official sources: 2026-11-09
Who can use it
Galesburg residents who pay refuse charges on their water bill.
Hours
- Seasonal: third Friday in March through third Sunday in November.
- Friday, Saturday and Sunday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Sticker or permit
Required: No (see notes)
Price: No separate sticker price was established on the linked page; the eligibility and item fees below still apply.
Where to buy: Contact the facility about access requirements before loading.
Per-item fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Oversized brush and limbs (eligible residents) | No fee listed |
| Mulch and compost pickup (self-serve) | Free to Galesburg residents |
Hazardous waste
Not accepted. Brush and limbs only.
Holiday closures
The 2026 season ends Sunday, November 15, 2026. The site is closed in winter until the third Friday in March.
Holiday schedule last verified 2026-11-09 from official sources .
Other notes
- For brush and limbs too big for curbside pickup (curbside limit: bundles under 5 feet, under 50 pounds, limbs under 5 inches across). Leaves and grass clippings are not accepted at the drop-off.
- Bring your own shovel for mulch and compost.
- Curbside yard waste is collected weekly March through November and monthly December through February by the city's contractor, Waste Management.
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Sources
Every fee and hour above was taken from these official pages or PDFs on 2026-11-09. If something conflicts, trust the town.