Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the city charges for all construction and demolition material brought into the transfer station.

For individuals who have a trash account with the City of McCook, the city will pick up household goods and brush. Items banned from the transfer station are appliances filled with freon, paint (liquid form), lead, acid batteries, waste oil, tires, and yard waste (April through November).

No, if you have a monthly, residential trash account with the city, there is no additional fee charged to you for bringing household goods, brush, or yard waste to the transfer station. Items banned from the transfer station are appliances filled with freon, paint (liquid form), lead, acid batteries, waste oil, tires, and yard waste (April through November).

We have a recycling trailer located on the east side of McCook Community Hospital, as well as cardboard containers at Highland Park and south of the City Auditorium.