Hazardous Waste Collection Day
As reported this week in the New Milford Spectrum, a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be held in New Milford on September 9, 2006 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the railroad station parking lot. Those attending should enter from Bridge Street. This will be open to Warren residents with proof of residence and will be held rain or shine. All substances must be labeled and in their original containers.
Items that may be brought include drain or oven cleaners, old chemistry sets, metal polish, arts and crafts supplies, photo chemicals, floor cleaners, dry cleaning fluids, wood preservatives, wood strippers, septic system cleaners, paint thinner and chips from lead-based paints.
Eligible items also include rust preservatives, oil-based paints, transmission fluid, solvents or degreasers, sealant, antifreeze or brake fluid, engine and radiator cleaners, flashlight and other small batteries, dioxin silver or 2, 4, 5-T and kerosene.
Pesticides and herbicides in five-gallon or small containers, insect spray and rodent killers, pool chemicals, muriatic acid, no-pest strips, and PCB-contaminated items are also eligible.
Computers, printers, TVs fax machines and monitors will be accepted at no charge.
Residents are not to bring latex paint, asbestos, propane, freon or unknown gases, tires, infectious or medical waste, smoke detectors, explosives and highly reactive materials, garbage, gas cylinders, ammunition or fireworks, radioactive materials or controlled substances/drugs.
Additional information may be obtained from the New Milford Health Department at (860) 355-6035.
