Village of Chatham, IL

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Village of Chatham, IL Chatham is a village in Sangamon County, Illinois, US. The pop. was 14,377 for the 2020 census Do not use this forum to communicate emergency requests.

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Additionally, the Village of Chatham reserves the right to terminate a person’s ability to post comments/materials or otherwise participate in the Village’s social media tools when the person has repeatedly posted any of the above listed inappropriate comments/materials. Any person or persons identified on this site as an arrestee or defendant in a criminal case is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

09/14/2026

Branch pickup is every month, the day they start is the 1st Monday, unless that Monday is a holiday, then it would be the 2nd Monday of that month.
Leaf bags and yard waste will be picked up twice this fall. Week 1 is Monday November 2rd. Week 2 starts Monday December 7st.
🌿 Branch Pickup
• Occurs monthly.
• Starts on the 1st Monday of each month.
• If the 1st Monday is a holiday, pickup shifts to the 2nd Monday.
🍂 Leaf Bags & Yard Waste Pickup (Fall 2026)
• Week 1: Monday, November 2nd
• Week 2: Monday, December 7 th

🗑️ Fall Junk Day
• Fall Junk Day is planned for October 17, 2026, from 7:00 am till noon.
• Chatham Community Park, enter from Park Street exit to South Main.

• Fall cleanup prohibited items

Republic Services strictly prohibits

hazardous waste, liquids, electronics, batteries, tires, and appliances containing Freon from roll-off dumpsters. Other forbidden items include paint (unless dried), chemicals, pesticides, medical waste, asbestos, and propane tanks. Prohibited items often pose safety risks or are disallowed by local landfills.

Key Prohibited Items for Republic Services Roll-Offs:

Hazardous Waste: Chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, solvents, radioactive materials, and asbestos.

Liquids: Paint (wet), oils (motor, hydraulic), antifreeze, and fuel.

Electronics & Appliances: TVs, computers, monitors, microwaves, and refrigerators (appliances with Freon).

Automotive & Tires: Tires, car batteries, and car parts.
Flammable/Explosive Materials: Propane tanks, aerosol cans, and hot ashes.

Medical Waste: Needles, syringes, and sharps.

Other: Animals/carcasses, railroad ties, and sometimes concrete/dirt, depending on container size.

Some customer utility bills including electric, water and sewer were based on a 40-day meter read instead of the normal ...
09/01/2026

Some customer utility bills including electric, water and sewer were based on a 40-day meter read instead of the normal 30-day read period. As a result, those bills may be higher than usual because they include approximately 10 additional days of usage.

For those customers, next month’s reading period will be reduced by approximately 10 days to return the account to the normal billing cycle.

No late fees will be charged to customers that need to make a prorated payment for the current billing. If you need to discuss your bill further, please contact our utility staff for assistance at 217-483-2451, option 7.

We have identified the error in our process and have taken steps to help ensure this does not happen again.

08/24/2026

The Village of Chatham dog park will be closed for maintenance beginning Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM and will reopen Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM.

VILLAGE OF CHATHAMNOW HIRING – ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT LOCATORStarting Pay: $28.00 per HourEntry-Level Union Position – IBEW...
06/18/2026

VILLAGE OF CHATHAM

NOW HIRING – ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT LOCATOR

Starting Pay: $28.00 per Hour

Entry-Level Union Position – IBEW Local 51

The Village of Chatham is seeking a motivated individual to join our Electric Department as an Electric Department Locator. This entry-level, union position performs a variety of labor duties necessary to assist journey-level workers and others in the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of the Village's electrical distribution system and related equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

· Perform utility locating services for the Village's electrical distribution system.

· Mark underground electrical facilities in accordance with JULIE locate requests.

· Support daily operations of the electric distribution system.

· Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles related to utility locating and electrical maintenance.

· Maintain accurate records of locate requests and completed work.

· Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Valid Illinois driver's license required. (CDL class A preferred)

· Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

· Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

· Strong work ethic and willingness to learn Chatham's electrical system to become proficient at locating underground utilities.

· Previous locating experience is preferred but not required.

Benefits

· Represented by IBEW Local 51

· Competitive union wages and benefits.

· Health insurance.

· Retirement benefits.

· Paid time off.

Apply Today!

· Applications are available through the Village of Chatham and will be accepted until July 2nd, 2026

Village of Chatham

116 E. Mulberry Street

Chatham, IL 62629

Phone: (217) 483-2451

VILLAGE OF CHATHAMNOW HIRING: STREET MAINTAINERPosition DetailsDepartment: Street DepartmentReports To: Street Departmen...
04/30/2026

VILLAGE OF CHATHAM
NOW HIRING: STREET MAINTAINER
Position Details
Department: Street Department
Reports To: Street Department Lead Worker
Wage: $25.50/hour (per IUOE Local 965 agreement)
Benefits Include
1 Paid Time Off
2 Overtime Opportunities
3 Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
4 Life Insurance
5 Retirement Plan & 457(b)
What You'll Do
1 Maintain and repair streets, sidewalks, and storm sewers
2 Operate equipment including backhoes, dump trucks, skid loaders, mini excavators, and sewer vacs
3 Maintain and repair street signs
4 Perform snow removal for Village streets and properties
5 Assist other Village departments as needed
Qualifications
1 1–3 years of relevant experience preferred
2 Ability to lift up to 100 lbs regularly
3 High school diploma or GED
4 Must obtain CDL within probationary period (per union agreement)
5 Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft applications)
Apply Today!
Submit a resume, letter of interest, and employment application by:
May 21, 2026
The Village of Chatham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Start your career serving the community—apply today

Nominations are being accepted for the naming of Volunteer DriveRecognizing the extreme value that volunteers and their ...
04/30/2026

Nominations are being accepted for the naming of Volunteer Drive

Recognizing the extreme value that volunteers and their efforts contribute to the quality of life in the village, the Village of Chatham is currently accepting nominations for the annual honorary naming of Volunteer Drive; the road that winds through Community Park.

Beginning in 2017, the Village has honored residents who have been leaders and volunteers in the local community by designating this street with their name. The previous recipients of this honor, are members of this year’s selection committee: Rollo Saucier (2017), Jane Hay (2018) and Diane Vanderkooy (2019). (2020) Honored the exceptional commitment made by the entire Village as everybody navigated the uncertainty of the pandemic. The road was named for Les Morgan (2021) and Tracy Formea (2022). In (2023) John and Maggie Moore were honored, followed by Graham McCoy in (2024) and In (2025) Tom Franke was selected.
It is anticipated that this year’s individual recipient will be named in July of 2026.

Village President, Dave Kimsey notes, “The benefit that our volunteers bring to the Village of Chatham can never be understated. From contributions of knowledge and expertise on village boards and planning commissions, to time and labor to improving our parks and beautifying our village, to organizing and facilitating youth sports and group opportunities, all the way through the compassion in helping feed those in need and providing ancillary support services to families and our institutions, our volunteers form the bedrock of our community and are a critical component to the quality of life in our village.”

Nominations of an individual Chatham resident for this year should be sent by e-mail, along with a narrative as to why the individual is being nominated to Village Manager Patrick McCarthy at: [email protected] before May 24, 2025. Nominations may also be mailed to the Village of Chatham, Attention Patrick McCarthy, 116 East Mulberry Street, Chatham, IL 62629.

Utility Clerk – Collections SpecialistThe Village of Chatham seeks a Utility Clerk – Collections Specialist to support t...
04/09/2026

Utility Clerk – Collections Specialist
The Village of Chatham seeks a Utility Clerk – Collections Specialist to support the Utilities Administration Department. This position involves extensive customer interaction, administrative support, and utility account collection activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Work extensively with citizens and utility customers
• Record and process work orders accurately
• Perform collection procedures on utility accounts
• Provide prompt, professional customer service
• Answer and manage multi-line telephone systems
• Cross-train to support all other office functions as needed

Qualifications
• One to three (1–3) years of office or administrative experience
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent public relations, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; must pass a proficiency test

Education and Experience Preferences
• Two-year degree in Accounting or Business preferred, but not required
• Experience in municipal government is a plus

Compensation and Benefits
• Starting pay: $23.50 per hour
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• IMRF pension
• Vacation Leave/Sick leave/Personal Leave
• Paid holiday

Application Information
Interested candidates were required to submit an employment application, resume, and cover letter.
Applications are available through the Village of Chatham website at www.chathamil.gov.
Submit all applications to: Village of Chatham, Attention Jill Butler, 116 E Mulberry St,
Chatham, IL 62629 by 4:00 pm on April 20th, 2026.

Application:
https://www.chathamil.gov/files/manual/2302/Employment%20Application%20Chatham.pdf

IMPORTANT:BE SURE TO UPDATE YOUR CUSTOMER CONTACT INFORMATION AT THE UTILITY OFFICE IF PHONE NUMBERS OR EMAILS HAVE CHAN...
03/23/2026

IMPORTANT:

BE SURE TO UPDATE YOUR CUSTOMER CONTACT INFORMATION AT THE UTILITY OFFICE IF PHONE NUMBERS OR EMAILS HAVE CHANGED.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION SUCH AS WATER LEAKS, POWER OUTAGES OR SHUT OFF INFORMATION.MAY BE MISSED IF WE DO NOT HAVE YOUR CORRECT CONTACT.

VILLAGE OF CHATHAM: [email protected] or 217-483-2451.

Village of Chatham – Junk Day Drop OffThe Village of Chatham will hold its annual Junk Day Drop Off on May 16, 2026, fro...
03/16/2026

Village of Chatham – Junk Day Drop Off

The Village of Chatham will hold its annual Junk Day Drop Off on May 16, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Residents may place acceptable items in the dumpsters located at Chatham Community Park.

Accepted Items:
Household junk and miscellaneous debris
Furniture and bulky items

Items Not Accepted:
Hazardous Waste: Chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, solvents, radioactive materials, and asbestos.
Liquids: Paint (wet), oils (motor, hydraulic), antifreeze, and fuel.
Electronics & Appliances: TVs, computers, monitors, microwaves, and refrigerators (appliances with Freon).
Automotive & Tires: Tires, car batteries, and car parts.
Flammable/Explosive Materials: Propane tanks, aerosol cans, and hot ashes.
Medical Waste: Needles, syringes, and sharps.
Other: Animals/carcasses, railroad ties, and sometimes concrete/dirt, depending on container size.

For questions, please contact the Village of Chatham at 217-483-2451.

Dates set for Residential Yard Waste CollectionThis document outlines the steps for residential yard waste collection in...
03/16/2026

Dates set for Residential Yard Waste Collection
This document outlines the steps for residential yard waste collection in the Village of Chatham, Illinois. Here is a breakdown of the key points:
Collection Schedule and Frequency:
• Our Contractor Will Do Two trips this Spring: The contractor will make two separate collection trips through the village starting the week of April 6, 2026, and again the week of May 4, 2026.
Contractor Responsibilities:
• Collect yard waste from all residential dwelling units within the village limits.
Container Requirements:
• Unlimited number of containers: Residents can place out any number of containers.
• Acceptable containers:
o Reusable containers clearly marked "Yard Waste."
o Paper or biodegradable bags with a maximum capacity of 30 gallons.
• Containers must be placed at the curb or alley.
Collection Location and Time:
• Curbside Placement: Containers must be placed near the street in front of the residence .
• Placement Time: Containers must be placed out by 6:00 a.m. the first day of the week of pick up.
• Collection Hours: Normal collection hours are 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Saturday Collections: May occur in case of emergencies, inclement weather, or holidays, from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.
• Exceptions: Exceptions to the collection times can be made if the contractor deems it necessary to complete a route due to unusual circumstances.
• Service Area: The service area is within the corporate boundaries of the Village of Chatham, Illinois.
Key takeaways for residents:
• Use appropriate containers (marked reusable containers or biodegradable bags).
• Ensure containers are placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection days.
• Understand that collection may occur on Saturdays in certain circumstances.

Address

116 E Mulberry Street
Chatham, IL
62629

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+12174832451

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