Schuyler and Yates Counties Host Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Recycling Day
SEATTLE (Recycling Monster): Residents of Schuyler and Yates counties will have an opportunity to safely dispose of household hazardous waste and recycle unwanted electronic devices during Schuyler County’s annual recycling collection event later this month.
The one-day program will take place on August 15 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Schuyler County Shared Services Building in Watkins Glen, providing a structured way for residents to manage hazardous materials and e-waste responsibly. The initiative is designed to encourage responsible disposal practices and reduce the environmental impact of hazardous household materials, a focus supported across the RecyclingMonster recycling information platform.
Accepted Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Items
The event will accept a wide range of items, including leftover paint, pesticides, driveway sealers, pool chemicals, and other approved household hazardous products.
Also, residents could drop off electronic waste such as desktop computers, laptops, monitors, printers, fax machines, mobile phones, hard drives, and similar devices for proper recycling.
Tire Disposal Options and Fees
In addition, residents may dispose of passenger vehicle and light truck tires at the event.
All tires must be removed from their rims before disposal. Also, there will be a recycling fee of $3 per tire, organizers noted.
Residency and Registration Requirements
Participation is limited to residents of Schuyler and Yates counties, and advance registration is mandatory to attend the event.
Businesses and commercial customers are not eligible to participate in the event, ensuring that the program remains focused on household-generated waste.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the recycling collection event being held?
The event takes place on August 15 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Schuyler County Shared Services Building in Watkins Glen.
What types of household hazardous waste are accepted?
The event accepts leftover paint, pesticides, driveway sealers, pool chemicals and other approved household hazardous products.
Which electronic devices can residents recycle at the event?
Residents can drop off desktop computers, laptops, monitors, printers, fax machines, mobile phones, hard drives and similar electronic devices.
What are the rules and fees for tire disposal?
Passenger vehicle and light truck tires are accepted, with a recycling fee of $3 per tire, and all tires must be removed from their rims before disposal.
Who is eligible to participate in the event?
Only residents of Schuyler and Yates counties may participate, advance registration is mandatory, and businesses and commercial customers are not eligible.
Market Relevance
This Schuyler and Yates counties recycling event illustrates how local programs combine household hazardous waste collection, e-waste recycling and tire disposal in a single, regulated event, helping communities manage waste streams more safely while reinforcing the importance of residency and registration rules for household-focused programs.