The town offers this opportunity for residents to clean out their homes of hazardous materials and ensure their proper disposal by dropping them off at this Town of Hempstead-sponsored S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) Collection site.
The program is designed to provide a safe, environmentally sound method of disposal of the many hazardous materials found in the average home, from pesticides to paint. Check out the town's S.T.O.P. link for specifics about what can and cannot be dropped off. Taking advantage of scheduled S.T.O.P. collection days can make a significant contribution to the protection of our precious groundwater supply and the preservation of our bays and estuaries.
Light Bulb Exchange: Bring old incandescent light bulbs to an S.T.O.P. event and get a FREE energy efficient bulb. Up to five bulbs may be exchanged, while supplies last.
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When bringing items, please follow these simple guidelines: Wrap leaking containers in newspaper and place in a plastic bag or larger container. Make sure all caps and lids are tight. Place items securely in a box for transportation. Use newspaper or cardboard to keep items from tipping or hitting each other. Place chemicals which may react with each other in separate areas of the vehicle. Do not leave products in a hot, unventilated vehicle for an extended period of time. Do not smoke near chemical products. Wear rubber gloves when handling containers.
Waste from commercial establishments, schools, churches, synagogues or home businesses will not be accepted. No commercial vehicles are permitted. No electronics or pharmaceutical waste will be accepted.
