If you have bigger items of garbage lying around, you can get rid of it in a few weeks.Elgin’s bulk trash pickup is scheduled for Dec. 12-16 on each resident’s trash pickup day. Bulk trash pickup is once per quarter. Items may be placed at the curb two days beforehand andno earlier than 5 p.m. Any items that are not serviced must be removed no later than 7 a.m. the day after collection. Violation of the rules and requirements, including exceeding the limit for bulk trash placed at the curb, may result in a citation and potential fines per city ordinance.Dead animals, whole trees, construction debris, fixtures such as tubs and toilets, hazardous wasteor piles over 3 cubic yards do not qualify for bulk pick ...