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What do I do with?

Some items such as medical wastes, fluorescent bulbs and tubes,needles, fuel tanks, electronics and chemicals are hazardous and are notallowed in garbage or recycling. Use the resources below to find out where to safely dispose of these items.

Household Hazardous WasteSkagit County Household Hazardous Waste FacilityLocated at the Recycling & Transfer Station on Ovenell Road l Monday thru Friday 10AM-4PM, first

Saturday of the month 10AM-4PM l Limit 25 gallons of household hazardous

waste per month l Call ahead for hours and restrictions

360-424-9532 l There is no fee for Skagit County residents. Mercury-containing ProductsMercury switches, thermometers, thermostats, etc. l www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/swfa/

mercurylights Fluorescent Bulbs & Tubes l www.lighrecycle.org l www.takeitbacknetwork.org

1-800-592-9995

Needles/SyringesUsed needles and syringes are dangerous in garbage and recycling because they can injure residents, collectors, and sorters, as well as spread diseases. l Upriver Services

45770A Main St., Concrete 360-853-7009

l Skagit County Health Dept. 700 S 2nd St., #301, Mt. Vernon 360-336-9477

Unwanted MedicinesTo properly dispose of expired and unwantedmedications visit: l www.takebackyourmeds.org

ElectronicsRecycle electronics, computers, monitors and TVs, mercury-containing products. l www.ecyclewashington.org

Bulky ItemsMattresses, appliances, console televisions, furniture and building materials can be picked up by special arrangement. Contact Waste Management to schedule or inquire about fees. l www.wmnorthwest.com/burlington

1-800-592-9995 (M-F 7AM-5PM)

GARBAGERECYCLING

RECYCLE OFTEN.RECYCLE RIGHT.SM

RECYCLING GUIDEBURLINGTON

Waste Management is pleased to provide these guidelines to help make it easier to use our services.

Visit our website www.wmnorthwest.com for more tips on how to Think Green. For more information on solid waste and recycling in Skagit County visit www.skagitcounty.net/recycle.

YARD/FOODWASTE

Plastic Bags & Containers l Compostable Serviceware & Bags* l Fats, Oil or Grease l Liquids l Glass l Metal l Diapers & Pet Waste l Garden Hoses

Place all of these materials in your cart.

Hazardous Waste Medical Waste l Syringes l Fluorescent Bulbs or Tubes l Liquids l Fuel Tanks l Computers or Televisions

Please bag all items and place in your cart.

GARBAGEYARD & FOOD WASTE

Food scraps and leftovers

Food-soiled paper

Non-recyclable plastic

RECYCLINGDo not bag recyclables. Place loose in cart.

Paper and cardboard

Glass bottles and jars Plastic containersPlastic bottles, cups, jars, jugs, and tubs.

Paper food containers Aluminum and scrap metalNo sharp or greasy metal (limit 2x2x2 ft; 35 lbs)

Plants, flowers and yard trimmings

Yard and Food Scrap Collection Tips1. In your kitchen collect food scraps with: l Colander or strainer l Paper grocery bag l Reusable plastic, metal, or ceramic container

with a lid2. Layer food scraps with yard waste, newspaper

or shredded paper to absorb liquids.3. Empty your container into food/yard cart

frequently.

Garbage Collection Tipsl Please bag all

garbage.l Double bag pet

waste, packing pellets, vacuum dust, sawdust, and cold ashes.

Extra Garbage:Garbage charges are based on container size. There is a charge for extra garbage that doesn’t fit in your container with the lid closed. Bulky items like mattresses, appliances, and building materials can be picked up by special arrangement for a fee. Call Waste Management customer service at 1-800-592-9995 or visit www.wmnorthwest.com/burlington.

MUST BE EMPTY!

KEEP OUT

KEEP OUTNEW! Compostable Serviceware Not Accepted by Skagit Soils. This includes all compostable/bio bags, utensils and serviceware marked as compostable or bio. These items do not break down in the compost process and contaminate finished compost. Please do not place these items in your yard/food waste cart.

Extra Recycling?You can place up to 64 gal. of extra recycling next to your cart on collection day.

Extra Yard WasteThere is a charge for extra yard waste. Put extra yard waste only in:l Cans with handles

(32 gal., 65 lb. limit)l Label cans

“Yard”

Plastic bags (recycle at grocery stores) l Foam Cups & Packaging l Hazardous Waste Medical Waste l Syringes l Batteries l Diapers l Fuel Tanks l Computers or TVs l Broken Dishes, Ceramics or Window Glass l Liquids l Shredded Paper l Aluminum Foil l Container Lids

Got a recycling question? Email us at: recyclenw@wm.com.

Non-recyclable metal Paint cans, lids, caps, sharp metal objects, plastic appliances, etc.

TIP: Latex paint is not accepted at hazardous waste facilities. Use kitty litter or paint hardener to solidify latex paint. Once dry and hardened, please dispose of latex paint in your garbage container.

TIP: Alkaline batteries are accepted at local hazardous waste facilities. Better yet, use rechargeable batteries instead.

TIP: Put extra recycling in cardboard boxes or plastic bins. Label “Recycle.”

Non-recyclable glass Non-recyclable paper

TIP: Donate books to a local charity or school.

KEEP OUT

NO PLASTIC

BAGS

Waste Managementwww.wmnorthwest.com/burlington 1-800-592-9995Skagit County Solid Waste Dept.www.skagitcounty.net/recycle360-424-7817Skagit County Recycling Hotline360-419-76831-800-RECYCLEwww.1800recycle.wa.gov 1-800-RECYCLE (732-9253)Online information to help you dispose of materials properly.

Household Hazardous Wastewww.skagitcounty.net (search “hazardous waste”) • 360-424-9532

How to Recycle:

Recycle all bottles,cans and paper

Keep items clean and dry

No plastic bags

WHY Recycle?

Plastic bottlescan turn into clothing

Aluminum canscan turn into newones in 60 days

Today’s newscan become a new cereal box

RESOURCES

Visit wmnorthwest.com or call 1-800-592-9995 (M-F 7AM-7PM) for:

l Missed collectionl Missing/damaged carts l Collection rates or service subscriptionl Bulky item collection

(mattresses, appliances, etc.)

l Construction/demolition containers (remodeling, etc.)

WEATHER DELAY?If weather conditions prevent safe collection, up to twice as much material will be collected at no extra charge on your next regular collection day for each container not emptied. No credit for collection delayed due to weather.

BURLINGTON COLLECTION SCHEDULE 2017-18

Please place containers at the curb by 6:00 a.m.l Place containers two (2) feet apart with lids

opening towards street.

l Place containers at least three (3) feet from cars, trees, and mailboxes.

l Please take containers in as soon as possible after collection.

PLEASE POST

2 feet2 feet 3 feetYARD/FOODWASTE

RECYCLING GARBAGE

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Yard/Food Waste is collected weekly C Recycling collected on shaded weeks.

Y Holiday Delays: If collection day falls on or after Thanksgiving (Nov 22), Christmas (Dec 25), or New Year (Jan 1), collection will be one day late. (e.g. Regular Th on Fri; Fri on Sat)

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