McKinley Park street sweeping schedule 2026
McKinley Park (community area 59) overlaps 5 sweeping sections in Wards 11, 12. Neighbors a block apart can have different dates, so check your exact address.
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| Section | 2026 passes |
|---|---|
| Ward 11, Section 12 | May 11–12 Jun 26–29 Aug 12–13 Sep 28–29 Oct 13–16Done for 2026! |
| Ward 11, Section 13 | May 13–14 Jun 30–Jul 1 Aug 14–17 Sep 30–Oct 1 Nov 17–18Done for 2026! |
| Ward 12, Section 9 | Apr 23–24 May 26–27 Jun 26–29 Jul 29–30 Aug 28–31 Sep 30–Oct 1 Nov 2–3Done for 2026! |
| Ward 12, Section 10 | Apr 27–28 May 28–29 Jun 30–Jul 1 Jul 31–Aug 3 Sep 1–2 Oct 2–5 Nov 4–5Done for 2026! |
| Ward 12, Section 11 | Apr 29–30 Jun 1–2 Jul 2–6 Aug 4–5 Sep 3–4 Oct 6–7 Nov 6–9Done for 2026! |
Which side goes first? The City sweeps one side of the street per day. On east-west streets the south side usually goes first; on north-south streets, the west side. The other side gets swept the next sweep day. Usually. The orange signs posted on your block are the final word.
Questions people actually ask
When is street sweeping in McKinley Park?
McKinley Park is split across 5 sweeping sections with different dates, Apr–Nov 2026. Enter your address on Don't Get Swept to see yours.
What time is street sweeping in Chicago?
Sweepers run on weekdays, generally 9am to 2pm, from April through November. Move your car before 9am on McKinley Park's sweep day.
Which side of the street is swept first?
Usually the south side of east-west streets and the west side of north-south streets on the first day, then the opposite side on the next sweep day. Posted signs always win.
What's the ticket if I forget?
A street cleaning ticket is $60 (camera-issued ones in the Smart Streets zone are $50), and you can be towed. A free reminder is cheaper.