The Algonquin Township Road District maintains and services township roads and provides brush removal, shuttle transportation, and community recycling events.

Quick Guide

Recycling

Recycling

We accept items weekdays 6:30 am—3:00 pm. Proof of residency is enforced.

Events

Upcoming Specialized Recycling

April through October

Shuttle

Shuttle

$3 curb-to-curb transportation

Tree Trimming & Removal

Brush Services

Grass clippings, leaves, and root balls will not be accepted.

Submit a FOIA Request

FOIA Request

Click here to create a FOIA request ticket.

Building a Better Community

Algonquin Township Highway Department’s main function is to maintain Township roads that are not located within any village boundaries. We are responsible for resurfacing, patching, and snow plowing more than 55 miles of township roads.

Where necessary, we provide lighting at major intersections. Our crews are also kept busy repairing and replacing the more than 800 road signs throughout the township.

 

The Algonquin Township Highway Department stands ready to help non-dedicated subdivisions in all legal ways. Advice, some engineering support, technical assistance, and encouragement are available through the Township or the County on request by subdivisions that wish to upgrade their roads.

Thanks to Amvet Post 245, over 1,000 flags were respectfully retired.

Our electronics recycling program kept 72,987 lbs of electronics out of the landfills.

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Happy FriYAY!📡 New Weather Monitoring Stations Installed Across Algonquin Township Road District RoadsThe Algonquin Township Road District has installed weather monitoring stations along Township-maintained roads to help us better prepare for snow, ice, heavy rain, and other changing weather conditions. ❄️🌧️These stations allow our crews to monitor road conditions in real time so we can respond more efficiently, identify hazardous roadways, and deploy crews where they’re needed most.A few important facts:✅ These are NOT traffic enforcement cameras.✅ They do NOT read or record license plates.✅ They do NOT identify drivers or passengers.✅ They do NOT track where you travel.✅ Your personal information is not collected or stored.Their only purpose is to help keep Township-maintained roads as safe as possible during inclement weather.Questions? Contact the Algonquin Township Road District at 847-639-2700 ext. 6.See ya at the Algonquin Township Road District recycling event at 9am!-Danijela ... See MoreSee Less
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👷 Road Crew SpotlightFaces Behind the Roads – Friday SpotlightThis week we’re highlighting LaRae Alvarado - Road Crew.From pothole repairs to storm response, LaRae works in all conditions to help keep township roads safe and maintained. LaRae also assists with our sign shop to create and install signs as well as working with the tree crew. She’s hardworking and dedicated! 👏 Thank you for your dedication and service!#FacesBehindTheRoads #RoadCrew #CommunityFirst ... See MoreSee Less
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Say it isn’t SNOW ❄️ It’s that time of year again, Illinois! We’re hiring temporary Winter Highway Maintainers across Chicagoland for the 2026–2027 snow and ice season. Help maintain and repair roads, bridges, and more—and keep Illinois moving safely this winter.📌 Requirements:✔️ High school diploma or equivalent✔️ CDL Class B with N or X endorsement (Class A required by year 3)✔️ One year of clean driving recordApply here: idot.click/winter-hire ... See MoreSee Less
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Contact Us

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Office Hours

Monday- Thursday: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Friday: 8:00am - 12:00pm

Highway Commissioner available by appointment

*Closed weekends and holidays

Crew Hours

Weekdays: 6:30 am - 2:30 pm