Keep Forsyth County Beautiful is collaborating with the Forsyth County Department of Recycling & Solid Waste and the City of Cumming to invite residents to participate in the disposal and recycling of household hazardous waste items.
The organizations will hold the Household Hazardous Waste Recycling and Disposal Event on Saturday, March 22, with registration to participate officially opening on March 3.
The event allows for community members to drop off hazardous household items to be properly disposed of at no cost. Those interested in participating are required to pre-register online. The county said in a press release availability is on a first come, first served basis until the maximum number of materials or vehicles are registered. Registration Officially opens at 9 a.m.
Items that will be accepted include corrosive, ignitable, toxic and/or reactive household hazardous waste such as paints, electronics, cleaners, oils, fuels, batteries, fluorescent or HID light bulbs, herbicides, pesticides and more. Items that will not be accepted include medical waste, needles, ammunition, explosives, pharmaceuticals and non-hazardous items.
“Things that we use every day, such as cleaning supplies and paint, can be hazardous not only to people but to the environment if not disposed of properly,” Forsyth County Environmental Program Manager Tammy Keaton, said. “I believe most people want to do the right thing, and we are so proud to be able to offer this affordable, convenient service to the community.”
The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cumming Fairgrounds' parking lot 3 at 235 Castleberry Road, located across from the Fairgrounds at the Castleberry Bridge.
A full list of accepted materials and registration information can be found here.
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