Waukesha County Electronics Recycling Event Is Moving Locations

WAUKESHA, WI — Citing high demand, local officials said they're relocating the Nov. 9 electronics and appliance collection event to Waukesha County Technical College – Pewaukee Campus located at 800 Main Street, Pewaukee.

The one-day event takes place from 9 a.m. to noon in parking lots 19 and 20 near the “W” building on campus.

“We are pleased to have Waukesha County Technical College’s support to help residents dispose these household items properly,” said Analiese Smith, Recycling and Solid Waste Supervisor for Waukesha County.

State law bans electronics and appliances from landfills and incinerators due to the valuable materials that can be recycled and reused, including precious metals like gold and copper. Many devices also contain hazardous materials such as lead, mercury, cadmium, chromium and chemical flame retardants that need to be disposed of properly. This collection assists residents to comply with State law and provides options for responsible recycling.

Recycling Fees Apply To These Items

Items collected for a fee include TVs under 32 inches for $30 each. Tube TVs larger than 32 inches and projection style TVs will cost $70.

Cathode Ray Tube computer monitors will be $10 each, and paper for secure shredding will be $5 each banker box.

Fees can be paid with cash.

Free Recycle List:

Computers, laptops, flat screen computer monitors, scanners, DVD players, VCRs, stereos, cell phones, telephones, home goods, pre-shredded paper, and appliances including air conditioners, dehumidifiers, refrigerators, microwaves, watercoolers, freezers, water heaters, washer/dryers, stoves, ovens/ranges, and dishwashers.

No broken or de-manufactured television or computer units will be accepted. State law bans electronics and appliances from landfills and incinerators.

These collection events are for household electronics and appliances only.