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WHAT CAN I DO WITH… COMPUTERS: ELECTRONICS COLLECTIONS An Electronics Collection will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2008 in all four counties from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. More information will be listed as plans progress. Ross County Fairgrounds Highland County - Hillsboro City Garage 344 Fairgrounds Road 223 Railroad Street Chillicothe, Ohio Hrs. 9 - 2 Hillsboro, Ohio Hrs. 9 - 2 Pickaway County Engineer’s Garage Fayette County Transfer Station 1660 Island Road 1600 Robinson Road SE Circleville, Ohio Hrs. 9 - 1 Washington CH, Ohio 43150 Hrs. 9 - 2 Tires will also be accepted for a fee during this one-day event in Fayette County. Re-Use Industries, 740-698-8200 - Will accept above Pentium 3 at no charge and still in working condition. If not, charge is around $3.00 ea. Hours 10 - 6, Tues - Sat. OHIO COMPUTER AND ELECTRONIC RECYCLING: 614-856-3204 - This company, located in the Columbus, Ohio area, will accept your computer and electronics equipment at little to no charge. Call them at 614-856-3204 for more information, or click on their link to view their website. CONSTRUCTION & DEMO MATERIALS: May be taken to Fayette County Transfer, 1600 Robinson Rd., Washington C.H, 740-335-1508 YARD WASTE: Grass should not be bagged. It will add valuable nutrients to your lawn by not removing cut grass. Try to mulch any small branches and use for mulch around plants and bushes. If you do have yard waste, mix it with your household garbage and dispose; do not separate. If you have large branches and live in the city, call your City Service Department and ask if they will collect. Waste haulers are prohibited from picking up separated yard waste. PAINT: If the paint is still usable, try to donate to someone who can use it. If it is not usable, and only a small amount is left in the can, take the lid off and let it harden. If there is a large quantity, mix with kitty litter, sand or sawdust to aid in the drying time. Do this in a well-ventilated area. When the paint is in a solid form, it may be disposed of with your regular garbage. Leave the lid off so your waste hauler can see it is in solid form. If in an aerosol can and it is almost empty, discharge contents of container into a deep cardboard box outdoors, away from open flame and sources of heat, protecting skin and eyes. Allow to dry, and dispose of box and container in the trash. FLUORESCENT BULBS: It is unlawful to dispose of fluorescent bulbs in Ohio landfills. Unfortunately, there are no convenient local disposal opportunities available. Breaking fluorescent bulbs releases mercury vapor. The vapor is extremely hazardous to human health and the environment. There are several companies specializing in fluorescent bulb disposal. Kits or packets may be purchased from the following companies, or search the internet for other disposal companies. 1. Air Cycle Corporation, 2000 South 25th Ave., Suite C, Broadview, IL 60155, phone 800-909-9709 2. Lightbulb Recycling, 303-449-1876 Home Depot in Washington CH will accept compact fluorescent bulbs at no charge. ANTIFREEZE: If you are hooked up to a public sanitary sewer system, antifreeze may be flushed down toilet or sink using large amounts of water. Pour slowly and carefully to avoid splashing. Do NOT pour down septic system or storm sewer. Remember, pets are strongly attracted to the smell of antifreeze, and antifreeze is very toxic to animals. MERCURY/THERMOSTATS: Check with the manufacturer of a thermostat to see if they will take it back for disposal. Although mercury should not be sent to the landfill, there is no better solution at the present time for handling broken thermometers. Check with your local Health Department to see if they accept mercury thermometers. ASBESTOS: The preferred method of asbestos removal is to use an asbestos removal and disposal contractor. However, if you are not using a contractor, take the following precautions: Wear a respirator designed to filter asbestos fibers and protective clothing including coveralls, gloves and hat. If disposing of loose dry asbestos, wet it down before handling to prevent particles from becoming airborne. The material should be dampened but not dripping wet. Place the material in two six-mil plastic bags and tie shut. Each bag should be labeled with “Danger—Contains asbestos fibers.” Refer to the link listing area landfills and transfer stations for landfills accepting asbestos. OLD GASOLINE: Old gasoline can be mixed with fresh gasoline for use in power equipment. You may wish to strain the old gasoline through a cheesecloth to remove any sediment. This is only a partial listing of household waste and disposal options. Try to use all products if possible. The best way to dispose of any household hazardous product is with a company designated to handle hazardous waste products. Two household hazardous waste companies that you may contact who accept household products are: Environmental Enterprises, Inc.4650 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, OH 800-850-3587; and Clean Harbors, 4879 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, OH 800-805-4582 SEE LESS-TOXIC CLEANING ALTERNATIVES POISON CONTROL CENTER (COLUMBUS) 1-800-682-7625 |
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ROSS, PICKAWAY, HIGHLAND, FAYETTE JOINT SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT |
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15 N. Paint Street, Chillicothe, Ohio 45601 rphf@bright.net Phone: 740-774-3793 or 800-852-9034 Fax: 740-774-3794 |