The Saint Louis County Health Department is holding two HHW collection events for Saint Louis County residents. Both events will run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The first event is May 5th at Florissant Valley Community College and the second event is June 16 at South County Center.
ACCEPTABLE MATERIALS: Paints, stains, varnishes, pesticides, herbicides, poisons, gasoline and other fuels, solvents and strippers, aerosols, motor oil and filters, gas cylinders (BBQ pit size or smaller), fluorescent tubes, rechargeable batteries, antifreeze, brake and transmission fluid, pool chemicals and other acids and bases, car batteries, wood preservatives, driveway sealant, and items containing mercury (such as thermometers, thermostats, and mercuric salts).
UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS: Explosives and ammunition, radioactive waste, smoke detectors, medical waste, household trash, tires, electronics and other bulky items.
Funding for these events comes from voter-approved Saint Louis County landfill surcharge fees and the events are ONLY for residents of Saint Louis County. Proof of residency, such as a driver’s license or tax bill, will be required. Materials from businesses and from commercial, not-for-profit, and governmental organizations are prohibited.