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Hazardous waste collection day, 2008

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Residents of Saco, Biddeford, Old Orchard Beach and Scarborough will have three opportunities to dispose of household hazardous wastes this year. The four communities are joining forces to offer the following collection days. Any resident of the four municipalities may attend any of the events. Proof of residency (such as a driver's license or tax bill) is required!

• May 3 at Saco Public Works, 351 North St., Saco
• July 19 at Biddeford Public Works, 371 Hill St., Biddeford
• September 20 at Scarborough Public Works, 20 Washington Ave., Scarborough

No commercial or non-resident waste will be accepted.

The following materials will be accepted:

• Fluorescent bulbs
• Mothballs
• Drain cleaners
• Furniture polish
• Metal polish
• Photo chemicals
• Spot remover
• Floor cleaner
• Upholstery cleaner
• Button batteries
• Rechargeable batteries
• Old chemistry sets
• Rust inhibitors
• Wood preservative
• Paint thinner
• Solvents
• Oil based paint
• Degreasers
• Sealants
• Pesticides
• Insecticides
• Herbicides
• Chlordane
• Insect sprays
• Rodent killers
• No-pest strips
• Pool chemicals
• Antifreeze
• Brake fluid
• Engine degreaser
• Gasoline
• Kerosene

The following materials will not be accepted:

• Pathological waste
• Radioactive waste
• Latex paint
• Tires
• Explosives
• Smoke detectors
• Propane cylinders
• Computers
• Commercial waste
• Unknown materials

To Ensure Safety, Please:

• Tighten caps and lids
• Leaving materials in original labeled containers.
• Sort chemicals separately.
• Pack containers in sturdy upright boxes (don't place in garbage bags) and drive directly to site of drop off.
• Never smoke near chemicals
• Never mix chemicals

For further questions call Saco Public Works at 284-6641