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Machesney Park proclaims June 15–20 as Waste and Recycling Workers Week
Summary
The board issued a proclamation recognizing waste and recycling workers for June 15–20, praising their service and inviting Rock Valley representatives to accept the honor; a Rock Valley speaker thanked the village and said collection work is essential.
The Village of Machesney Park Board of Trustees issued a proclamation at its June 15 meeting declaring June 15–20, 2026, as Waste and Recycling Workers Week to recognize the contributions of employees who collect and process the village’s waste and recyclables.
Clerk Chris Galletus read the proclamation, which praised collection workers for protecting public health and supporting environmental stewardship. Mayor Steve Johnson joined the board in presenting the proclamation and encouraged residents to thank the workers.
A representative from Rock Valley, invited to the podium to accept the proclamation, thanked the board and said, "Trash work is not glamorous, but it's essential and we just, nobody ever recognizes us, so this is really nice. We appreciate it." The comment was offered in appreciation of the recognition.
The proclamation notes the village’s appreciation for crews who work in challenging conditions and asks residents to acknowledge their service during the designated week.
