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PAINT/CHEMICAL/HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE FACILITY OPENS FOR SEASON
03/26/07

On Monday, April 2, 2007 the Oneida-Herkimer Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility will open for its 15th season.

The facility located on Leland Avenue in Utica, will be open for residents of Oneida-Herkimer Counties, Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM and on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM from April 2, 2007 through September 29, 2007. No appointments are necessary for households.

The facility was designed to accept waste products from home that can cause problems for humans and our environment when discarded improperly. Examples of wastes accepted include oil-based and latex paints, pesticides, oven cleaners, photographic chemicals, electronics/computer equipment, propane cylinders (under 100 lbs.), fluorescent light bulbs and many other common household items.

Certain businesses may also qualify to use the facility. To obtain approval, please call the Authority office.  

For a free brochure listing acceptable waste which includes a map to the facility, please call the Authority office at 733-1224.  

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