Hazardous waste to be collected
June 17, 2008 · Updated 5:10 PM
This falls hazardous waste collections, sponsored by San Juan Countys Solid Waste Division, will be held on the following days and times:
Saturday, Sept. 24, Orcas Island Solid Waste Transfer Station, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 25, Lopez Island Solid Waste Facility, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Each islands solid waste facility attendants can provide you with printed guidelines to help you classify and safely handle hazardous products. For more information see Hazardous Waste Frequently Asked Questions on the countys webpage at http://www.co.san-juan.wa.us/publicworks/solid-waste/solid-waste.html.
A minimum fee of $6 will be charged for up to 120 pounds of hazardous waste; quantities over that will cost an additional five cents per pound. Since post-1979 latex paints are not considered hazardous (i.e. lead-free), they can be air-dried or solidified by mixing with sawdust or other absorbents for regular solid waste disposal. A $2 per gallon fee will be charged for latex paint brought to these collections.
Businesses are required to pre-register by calling 370-0503.
Take advantage of this convenient, rain or shine, opportunity to safely dispose of toxic, flammable, corrosive, or reactive wastes. Inspect all areas in and around your homes and businesses, and inventory unwanted chemical products.
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