Monday, April 4, 2011

Ulster County Recycling Event

It’s that time again. 
Tell your neighbors, family members and friends about the upcoming 
FREE Household Hazardous Waste, Pharmaceutical Waste and Electronics Recycling Event 
 
Saturday, April 16, 8 am to 2 pm
  999 Flatbush Road, Kingston, NY

You must have an appointment!!

By offering alternatives for the safe disposal of household hazardous waste, Ulster County is taking a proactive role in protecting the environment by preventing these items from ending up in landfills or contaminating water sources and waste water treatment plants.
 
This FREE collection provides a safe disposal alternative for: 
  • hazardous pesticides, solvents and household chemicals. 
  • lead and oil based paint, paint solvents (Note: latex paint will not be accepted as it is not a hazardous material)
  • fertilizers, pesticides, 
  • household cleaners, hobby chemicals, etc.
Also being accepted at the event for FREE are electronics for recycling including: 
  • computers and their components,  keyboards, printers
  • VCRs/DVD players
  • monitors/TVs. 
Ulster County residents will also have the opportunity to discard their unused and/or expired medications at the event for FREE. Bring any prescription or over-the-counter pills, ointments, lotions and liquids for disposal. 

The Agency is pleased to be able to provide an opportunity for residents to properly dispose of hazardous waste and to recycle electronic waste.  For a complete list of acceptable items for this event, visit www.ucrra.org/recycling/hhw.htm

How to schedule an appointment:
You must schedule an appointment if if you are interested in participating in the event. Please visit our website at www.ucrra.org or call the Recycling Hotline at (845) 336-3336 to request more information or to make an appointment.
Ulster County Residents ONLY.
No businesses.  No organizations.  No farms.  No institutions.

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