Household products that are labeled as poisonous, hazardous, flammable, explosive, or caustic -- such as pesticides, solvents, and oil-based paints -- should not be emptied in the sink or storm drains, poured on the ground, or placed in the trash where they will be landfilled and potentially end up leaking into our groundwater.
Instead, please dispose of these materials responsibly. Share leftover materials with others to use up as directed on the label. Consider purchasing less toxic materials in the future.
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The HHW site is open the following Saturdays from 9 a.m. to Noon:
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September 12, 2009, 9 a.m. to Noon
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October 3, 2009, 9 a.m. to Noon
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November 7, 2009, 9 a.m. to Noon
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Please phone (734) 222-3950 for 24-hour assistance or to set up a drop-off appointment during the winter months.
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Businesses with surplus toxic chemicals may contact the county for information on proper management and disposal options of these regulated materials.
Televisions & computer monitors are prohibited from municipal refuse/landfill collection. These items may be taken to the Drop-Off Station for recycling; reused; or disposed through computer manufacturer recycling programs.
Medical Waste
Used residential sharps (needles and lancets) must be stored in a sturdy plastic jug, labeled "Sharps, Dispose of Properly." When full, the jug is to be taped securely shut and placed inside a residential trash bag. Sharps should never be placed in the reycling bins.
The preferred method for handling used residential sharps is to store them in a commercially-available sharps container. When full, the container is taken to a participating pharmacy for safest disposal. WHY? The needles collected at pharmacies are disinfected with steam heat and then shredded before being landfilled.
For a list of participating pharmacies that accept sharps and locations that are taking back unwanted medications, please see www.dontflushdrugs.com or call Washtenaw County at 222-3950. Commercial medical waste must be disposed according to Federal regulations and will not be collected by the city.
Some toxics, such as household batteries, automotive fluids, and freon appliances may be taken to the Drop-Off Station. Some fees may apply for specific items or quantities.
Household batteries, motor oil, and motor oil filters are collected with residential curbside recycling collection.
Qs? Contact customerservice@a2gov.org