Lakewood Offers Re-Cycling of Christmas Lights

A ress release from the Village of Lakewood:

Christmas Light Recycling

Don’t throw away your tangled, frayed or burned-out Christmas lights this year!

Xmas Light recycling symbol

In support of the Strategic Plan goal to be “green” mindful and sustainable, the Village will offer recycling of Christmas tree lights and extension cords.

A receptacle will be available inside Village Hall at 2500 Lake Avenue through January 31, 2013. Items may be dropped off during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Acceptable items are:

  • Mini-lights (also known as Italian lights)
  • C7 lights
  • C9 lights
  • Rope lights,
  • LED lights
  • Extension cords

Special thanks to Elgin Recycling for partnering with the Village to promote sustainability in the community. For further information contact Village Hall at (815) 459-3025.


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