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Household Hazardous Waste and Computer/TV/Cell Phone Cleanup Day this Saturday
The Putnam County Department of Health and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation are cosponsoring a free Household Hazardous Waste and Computer/TV/Cell Phone Cleanup Day scheduled for Saturday, October 20, 2007 from 9am-1pm (rain or shine) at Fahnestock State Park, Canopus Beach Parking Lot on Route 301 in Kent.
Putnam County residents will be provided with an opportunity to safely dispose of toxic materials such as: household cleaners, pesticides, herbicides, oil (not water-based) paint, automotive solvents, old televisions, computers and cell phones. Disposal items will only be accepted if they are labeled and identifiable. Items which will not be accepted are waterbased paints (latex), tires, propane tanks or any materials from commercial establishments. Household products for cleaning, gardening, maintenance or hobbies are safe when used and stored correctly. Improper storage or disposal of waste poses a health risk to residents and their families.
The Cleanup Day provides a way to remove toxic products from homes in an environmentally safe matter. For a complete list of items that we are accepting, please visit the health department website at www.putnamcountyny.com.
To get to the Cleanup Day from the North, take the Taconic State Parkway South to the Route 301 West exit. Beach Parking lot is on the right. From the South, take the Taconic State Parkway North to the Route 301 West exit. Beach Parking lot is on the right. Pre-registration is required. Call early to reserve your spot. Call the Putnam County Health Department at (845) 278-6130 ext. 2150 with questions about the event and how to pre-register.
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