Cass County Commissioners to collect hazardous waste, used tires at free event

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CASS COUNTY — As Cass County residents begin their spring cleaning, they will have an opportunity to get rid of several unwanted materials for free.

Sponsored by the Cass County Board of Commissioners, the Cass County Used Passenger Tire and Household Hazardous Waste Collection events return to Cass County from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, at the Cass County Road Commission, 340 N. O’Keefe St., Cassopolis. With proof of residence in Cass County, people may drop off used tires from cars and pickup trucks, as well as a myriad of solid waste materials ranging from chemicals to electronics.

There is no cost to drop off tires. The road commission will continue to accept tires until 6 p.m., or until two trailers are loaded. No semi- or tractor tires will be accepted.

Those wishing to get rid of hazardous waste may drop off up to 300 pounds per vehicle. After 300 pounds, there will be a charge of $1.74 per pound. Electronics, small appliances, metal items and anything steel will be accepted at no charge. See below for a full list of accepted items:

PERMITTED ITEMS

HOME

Aerosols

Ammonia

Batteries (all types)

Carpet Cleaners

CFL & LED Bulbs

Chlorine Bleach

Drain Cleaners

Dyes

Explosives

Floor Care & Wax

Furniture Polish

Lamp Oils

Moth Balls & Flakes

Oven Cleaners

Scouring Powders

Smoke Detectors

Spot & Stain Removers

Spray Dust Cleaners

Upholstery Cleaners

GARAGE

2-cycle Gas Mixes

Antifreeze

Brake Fluid

Car Wax

Compressed Gas Cylinders

Degreasers

Diesel Fuel

Engine Cleaners

Fiberglass Epoxy

Gas/Diesel Additives

Gasoline

Metal Polishes

Passenger Tires

Radiator Flushes

Rubbing Compounds

Starting Fluid

Transmission Fluid

WORKSHOP

Adhesives & Cements

Alcohols

Artist Paints

Creosote

Cutting Oil

Mineral Spirits

Model Paints

Muriatic Acid

Naphtha

Oil Based Paints

Polyurethane Coatings

Rust Remover

Strippers

Sulfuric Acid

Thinners

Varnishes

Wood Preservatives

Wood Stain

GARDEN

Algaecides

Ant & Roach Powder

Bug Sprays

Fertilizers

Fly Strips

Fungicides

Garden Dusts & Sprays

Insecticides

Rat & Rodent Poison

Round Up

Misc. Chemicals

MISCELLANEOUS

Disposable Propane

Cylinders (less than 20# tanks)

Dry Cleaning Solvent

Hobby Chemistry Sets

Hot Tub Chemicals

Lighter Fluid

Mercury

Photographic Chemicals

Radioactive Materials

Swimming Pool Chlorine

Thermostats

Thermometers

Items that will not be accepted include major appliances like refrigerators and washing machines, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, fireworks, used motor oil, fire extinguishers, ammunition, biohazards and propane tanks larger than 20 pounds.

Flags will be distributed to a local VFW to be disposed of properly.

Organizers also note that latex paint is not hazardous and may be discarded with ordinary refuse. Before discarding, people are encouraged to let the paint dry out.

No appointment is necessary for either event.

Contact the Cass County Administrator’s Office at (269) 445-4420 with any questions.

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