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Anoka County Press Release

For Immediate Release
Martha Weaver, Public Information Manager
763-323-5744, or e-mail: martha.weaver@co.anoka.mn.us 
October 12, 2007

 
Anoka County Household Hazardous Waste Facility Hours to Change

The Anoka County Household Hazardous Waste Facility schedule will change to winter hours beginning November 1.  The household hazardous waste facility will be open Wednesday from 2-8 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.  The facility will be closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.  The facility is located at 3230 101st Avenue NE in Blaine, off Radisson Road.

Household hazardous wastes that are accepted include acids, aerosol cans with product remaining, drain cleaner, driveway sealer, liquid paint, liquid mercury, mercury thermometers, motor oil, oven cleaner, paint thinner, paint stripper, pesticides, pool chemicals, and wood preservatives.

Residents dropping materials off at the site must provide proof of county residency, such as a driver's license.  Businesses, organizations, and schools may not bring hazardous waste to the facility.

Wastes that are not accepted include ammunition, appliances, batteries, dried paint, electronics, empty containers, fluorescent lamps, medical wastes, radioactive wastes, railroad ties, and tires.  For disposal options for unacceptable wastes, call Anoka County Integrated Waste Management at (763) 323-5730 or e-mail recycle@co.anoka.mn.us.

 

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