Porter County Household Hazardous Waste Event on Aug. 8 to Feature Secure Shredding
SEATTLE (Recycling Monster): The next Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County Household Hazardous Waste collection event is Aug. 8 in Portage and the Town of Chesterton shared the following information on their Facebook page:
“The Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County (RWRD) will host its next Household Hazardous Waste collection event, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Neighbors’ Educational Opportunities, 5201 U.S. 6, Portage.
Please enter at Wilshire Drive.
NOTE: SECURE SHRED DOCUMENT DISPOSAL be on hand at this event. Porter County residents are encouraged to drop off old documents—including invoices, tax forms, bank papers, pages containing sensitive information, and plastic credit card—to be securely shredded.
ALSO NOTE: RWRD is NOT ACCEPTING latex paints this year, except for a special latex paint recycling event on Saturday, Oct. 17.
On the other hand, spray paints, paint thinners, paint strippers, and stains WILL BE ACCEPTED.
This FREE collection event enables Porter County residents to properly dispose of common hazardous wastes which pose significant risks to ecosystems and wildlife if not handled correctly.
Residents are encouraged to dispose of products containing corrosive, toxic, ignitable, or reactive substances. Common household hazardous waste items include anti-freeze, motor oil, batteries (household and automotive), fluorescent bulbs, deck stains, pool chemicals, pesticides, and household smoke detectors.
Folks may also drop off medical sharps, including diabetic needles, blood lancets, insulin pens, epi-pens, syringes, expired over-the-counter medicines, and non-narcotic prescriptions.
JUST A REMINDER: Household Hazardous Waste collection events are open to Porter County households only, not businesses.”
These details align with information shared by Porter County Recycling & Waste Reduction and reinforce the importance of safe disposal options for local residents. [Editor: event information verified against public Porter County hazardous waste guidance.] [web:139][web:150]
The event also reflects broader efforts to promote responsible hazardous waste management, a key theme across the RecyclingMonster recycling centers and waste reduction platform. [web:76][web:52]
Event Location, Schedule, and Entry Instructions
The Household Hazardous Waste collection event will take place on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Neighbors’ Educational Opportunities, 5201 U.S. 6, Portage.
Residents are asked to enter at Wilshire Drive to access the site, helping maintain safe and efficient traffic flow during the collection period.
Secure Shred Document Disposal Offered to Residents
Secure Shred document disposal will be available at the event. Porter County residents are encouraged to bring old documents—including invoices, tax forms, bank papers, pages containing sensitive information, and plastic credit cards—to be securely shredded.
This service helps residents protect personal information while ensuring that paper and card materials are handled responsibly.
Paints Accepted and Special Latex Paint Recycling Date
RWRD is not accepting latex paints at this year’s Household Hazardous Waste collection events, except for a special latex paint recycling event on Saturday, Oct. 17.
Spray paints, paint thinners, paint strippers, and stains will be accepted at the Aug. 8 event, providing residents with options to safely dispose of these common household products.
Household Hazardous Waste Items and Medical Sharps
This free collection event enables Porter County residents to properly dispose of common hazardous wastes that pose significant risks to ecosystems and wildlife if not handled correctly.
Residents are encouraged to bring products containing corrosive, toxic, ignitable, or reactive substances. Common items include anti-freeze, motor oil, household and automotive batteries, fluorescent bulbs, deck stains, pool chemicals, pesticides, and household smoke detectors.
Folks may also drop off medical sharps, including diabetic needles, blood lancets, insulin pens, epi-pens, syringes, expired over-the-counter medicines, and non-narcotic prescriptions.
Eligibility Limited to Porter County Households
Household Hazardous Waste collection events are open to Porter County households only and are not available to businesses.
This restriction ensures that limited collection capacity is focused on residential hazardous waste, while businesses continue to use commercial disposal and recycling services.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Aug. 8 Household Hazardous Waste event?
The event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Neighbors’ Educational Opportunities, 5201 U.S. 6, Portage.
Is secure document shredding available at the event?
Yes, Secure Shred document disposal will be on hand, and residents are encouraged to bring old documents and plastic credit cards to be securely shredded.
Are latex paints accepted at this Household Hazardous Waste event?
No, latex paints are not accepted at this event, except at a special latex paint recycling event on Saturday, Oct. 17.
What hazardous waste items can residents bring?
Residents can bring items such as anti-freeze, motor oil, household and automotive batteries, fluorescent bulbs, deck stains, pool chemicals, pesticides, and household smoke detectors, along with medical sharps and certain medicines.
Who can participate in Porter County Household Hazardous Waste events?
These collection events are open to Porter County households only and are not available to businesses.
Market Relevance
This Porter County Household Hazardous Waste event underscores how local recycling and waste reduction programs are expanding free collection services to include secure document shredding and a broad range of hazardous materials, helping residents protect ecosystems, wildlife, and personal data while reducing improper disposal.
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