Union Household Hazardous Drop off Day

The city of Union, Hardin County Solid Waste Disposal Commission, and Metro Waste Authority are teaming to help union residents to properly dispose of household hazardous wastes that you can't normally put out on trash day.

It starts 4pm-6pm Friday april 23rd at the Union Fire Station. 308 Center St. union, IA.

Things that are NOT accepted:

Ammunition

Asbestos

Electronics

Explosives

Fire extinguishers

Latex paint

Medications

Propane tanks, cylinders

Radioactive materials

What is accepted:

Aerosol cleaners, paints

Ammonia-based cleaners

Antifreeze

Batteries (only rechargeable)

Fertilizers

Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs)

Gasoline, Kerosene

Oil, lead-based paint

Stains, Varnishes

Metal polishes, rust removers

Thermometers ( mercury)

Thermostats (mercury)

Pesticides

Petroleum adhesives Used oil filters

Sharps or needles (must be contained) Must be contained in detergent bottles or sharps containers (not milk jugs or pop bottles) Lids must also be tapod.

Any questions? Call 641-939-5808 or 515-333-4432