New Milford Health Department
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Household Hazardous Waste Day

September 17, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

NEW THIS YEAR

This year we are NOT accepting any computers or electronics, they can be dropped off at the recycle center any time free of charge.

All batteries must have the terminals wrapped in tape or be in individual bags.

We will be accepting cell phones for charities.  The two charities we use are Cell Phones for Soldiers and 911 service for Seniors and the Homeless.  We do take cell phones all year at the Health Department at the Town Hall.
  

 Accepted Items

  • Drain or oven cleaners
  • Old chemistry sets
  • Metal polish
  • Arts and craft supplies
  • Photo chemicals
  • Floor cleaners
  • Dry cleaning fluids
  • Wood preservatives and strippers
  • Septic system cleaners
  • Paint thinner
  • Chips from removed lead based paint (must be in a plastic bag)
  • Fluorescent lights
  • Compact fluorescent lights
  • Rust preventatives
  • Oil based paints (all combined into one can)
  • Transmission fluid
  • Solvents or degreasers
  • Sealant
  • Antifreeze or brake fluid
  • Engine and radiator cleaners
  • Dioxin seven or 2,4,5-T
  • Kerosene
  • Oil mixed gas or dirty gas
  • Pesticides and herbicides in 5 gal.  or smaller containers
  • Insect spray and rodent killers
  • Pool chemicals
  • muriatic acid
  • no-pest strips
  • PCB contaminated items
  • BBQ or camping propane cylinders
  • Cell phones
  • Rechargeable batteries
  • Mercury and Mercury Thermometer

Items NOT Accepted

  • Computers
  • Printers
  • Monitors
  • Fax Machines
  • TV's
  • Latex Paint
  • Motor Oil
  • Akaline bateries
  • Asbestos
  • Freon or unknown gases
  • Controlled substances/drugs
  • Radioactive materials
  • Tires
  • Infectious medical waste
  • Smoke detectors
  • Explosives and highly reactive materials
  • Garbage
  • Ammunition, fireworks (call the police)
  • Radioactive materials