What residents put into the garbage and the recycling bin can impact the environment and even be hazardous to sanitation workers.

That's why Monroe County officials are reminding residents of what can and cannot be put into those bins.

Things like empty propane tanks, air conditioners and tires are some of the items that should never be put into the trash or recycling.

You can drop those items off at the Monroe County/Waste Management ecopark on Avion Drive.

“Propane cylinders and tanks pose significant fire and explosion risk to the public if not recycled properly. Pesticides and pool chemicals can be toxic to the environment and should never be placed in the trash,” Monroe County Executive Adam Bello said in a statement. “Lithium-ion batteries for lawn and garden tools, dehumidifiers and tires are all items that we need to responsibly recycle. The ecopark collected 350 tons of household hazardous wastes throughout 2021, the most in its history. I encourage all residents to do their part by recycling responsibly at our ecopark this year.”

Some other unsafe items include vape pens and pharmaceuticals.

There is a fee at the ecopark to dispose of air conditions and refrigerators.