A Household Hazardous Waste collection event is being held in Falconer this Saturday.
The Chautauqua County’s Department of Public Facilities Division of Solid Waste is holding the event from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities located at 454 North Work Street.
Residents will be able to safely dispose of unwanted household hazardous waste for free. Commercial businesses are not permitted to participate.
Residents can bring a variety of hazardous household materials for safe disposal, including:
- Used antifreeze
- Fluorescent tube lights
- Flammable adhesives and solvents
- Paint thinner and mineral spirits
- Deck cleaners
- Pool chemicals
- Non-empty aerosol cans
- Herbicides and pesticides
- Chemistry sets and flammable floor polish
- Latex and oil-based paint
To participate, residents must complete a registration form listing the materials they plan to drop off. Registration forms are available online at chautauquacountyny.gov/landfill/hazardous-waste-collection-schedules and will also be available at the event. A complete list of accepted materials is included on the form.
Items not accepted at this event include:
- Batteries
- Fire extinguishers
- Motor oil and other waste oils
- Caulk and drywall compound
- Electronics
- Prescription drugs and medical sharps
- Smoke detectors
For more information about the Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day and accepted materials, contact the Solid Waste Analyst’s Office at 716-661-8424.
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