Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event Set For Saturday

CUMMING, GA — Keep Forsyth County Beautiful, in partnership with the Forsyth County Recycling and Solid Waste Department and the City of Cumming, invites residents to participate in the Household Hazardous Waste Recycling and Disposal event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, at the Cumming Fairgrounds' parking lot 3, 235 Castleberry Rd.

Items that will be accepted include corrosive, ignitable, toxic and/or reactive household hazardous waste such as paints, cleaners, oils, fuels, batteries, fluorescent or HID light bulbs, herbicides, pesticides and more. Items that will not be accepted include medical waste, needles, ammunition, explosives, pharmaceuticals and non-hazardous items.

A full list of accepted materials and more details on the event can be found online or by emailing
KFCB@forsythco.com or by calling 770-205-4573.

Online pre-registration is required for participation. Availability is on a first come, first served basis until the maximum amount of materials or vehicles are registered for participation.

“We are always excited to provide our residents with a chance to get rid of their clutter in a convenient way,” said Forsyth County Environmental Program Manager Tammy Wright. “Things that people use every day, such as cleaning supplies and paint, can be hazardous not only to people but the environment if not disposed of properly.”

There is no charge for dropping off household hazardous waste during the event. A $5 donation is
requested to help support Keep Forsyth County Beautiful, a 501c3 non-profit organization.