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Union County Solid Waste invites county residents to dispose of household quantities of certain hazardous materials at the County's annual Household Hazardous Waste event. Residents can protect their loved ones and the environment by disposing of these materials safely and responsibly at the Union County Agricultural Center (3230 Presson Road, Monroe) on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. All materials must be in their original labeled containers. Here's what you can bring for free disposal:
🎨 paints*
🌱 pesticides & herbicides*
🧪 household cleaners*
⛽ gasoline*
*up to five gallons each of any of the above materials
🫕 up to three propane or helium tanks (grill size only)
📝 up to five boxes of documents for shredding
💊 expired or unneeded medications (over-the-counter, prescription, or unknown) for safe disposal through Operation Medicine Drop, a service of the Union County Sheriff’s Office.
NOT ACCEPTED: business waste (only household waste will be accepted), electronics, ammunition, gun powder, explosives, radioactive materials, bio-medical waste.
If you have a question about a material not listed here, please contact us to learn how to dispose of items properly and safely. Call Union County Solid Waste at 704-296-4260 or send an email to [email protected].
When you arrive at the event, drive through the parking lot as directed. Our staff will assist you with removing materials from your vehicle.
This free service is only offered once each year. Mark your calendars now!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Union County Ag & Event Complex, 3230 Presson Rd, Monroe, NC 28112-9162, United States
