Dispose of Hazardous and Electronic Waste Today

The Mercer County Improvement Authority will accept assorted household and used electronic items on Saturday, June 29, as part of its Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Disposal Day, according to county officials.

The event will take place at the John T. Dempster Fire School at 350 Lawrence Station Road in Lawrence, rain or shine, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. No registration is required, but those attending must show proof they are Mercer County residents.

The Electronic Waste Management Act took effect on Jan. 1, 2011, and bans the disposal of televisions and all personal or portable computers — including desktop, notebook and laptop computers, as well as computer monitors — in the regular waste stream.

MCIA will accept these items, as well as printers, copiers, fax machines, stereos, and microwaves. It will also accept the following household items: Aerosol cans, used motor oil, propane gas tanks, pesticides and herbicides, car batteries, paint thinner, oil-based paint, stains and varnishes, gasoline, anti-freeze, driveway sealer, insect repellents, mercury, fluorescent and CFL bulbs.

“The Mercer County Improvement Authority is providing an excellent opportunity for Mercer County residents,” Mercer County Executive Brian M. Hughes said. “Residents can easily, safely dispose of their dangerous chemical and electronic waste, and then relax and let Mercer County take care of the rest.”