LAKE COUNTY >> The next Hazmobile event will be held on Dec. 19 and 20 at Kelseyville Lumber at 3555 N. Main St. in Kelseyville from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Households can bring up to fifteen gallons of toxic items free of charge. Fees will be charged for amounts over 15 gallons. Items that are accepted include paint, solvents, fuels, five-gallon propane tanks, pool chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, batteries, fluorescent light tubes (up to 60 linear foot) and other toxic materials that cannot be put in the trash.
Items that cannot be accepted include televisions, computer monitors, ammunition, explosives, radioactive materials or infectious wastes. To learn how and where to properly dispose of these items, visit www.recycling.co.lake.ca.us or contact the Recycling Hotline at 263-1980.
HazMobile services are provided to residential households by the Integrated Waste Management Division of the Lake County Public Services Department and the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, (CalRecycle). Businesses also are welcome to use this convenient service to properly dispose of hazardous waste and protect our environment, however, businesses must pay for this county-funded service and first make an appointment.
Business appointments can be made by calling the Mendocino County Solid Waste Authority, the contracted agency that provides this service in Lake County at 468-9786.
Free Recycling Options for Residents and Businesses:
Recycled paint is available to both residents and businesses at Lake County Waste Solutions (LCWS) and South Lake Refuse and Recycling Center (SLRRC) first-come, first-served basis in five gallon containers. Colors include tan, brown, gray, and pink.
Used motor oil and cooking oil can be dropped off by businesses and residents at LCWS, SLRRC and the North Shore Fire Protection District station at 6257 7th Ave. in Lucerne. Visit www.recycling.co.lake.ca.us for more locations.
Electronics (E-Waste) can be dropped-off at LCWS and SLRRC.
The HazMobile program is subsidized by the Lake County Public Services Department, Integrated Waste Management Division and CalRecycle as a public service to Lake County residents. For more information about recycling, reusing and reducing, visit www.recycling.co.lake.ca.us or call the Recycling Hotline at 263-1980.
