Recycling Bins and Water Conservation Information at Local Farmers’ Markets
Waukesha (WI) – August 6, 2012 – In addition to fresh produce, residents can get the most up-to-date information on recycling, water conservation and storm water management!
Waukesha County recycling and water conservation staff will be at the following Farmers’ Markets:
- Pewaukee Farmers’ Market August 15th from 3:00-6:30pm.
Stop by the tent to pick up information and ask questions. Residents can also get a free recycling bin while supplies last. Visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/recycling or call 262-896-8300 for more information.
Recycling Bins and Water Conservation Information at Local Farmers’ Markets
Waukesha (WI) – July 2, 2012 – In addition to fresh produce, residents can get the most up-to-date information on recycling, water conservation and storm water management!
Waukesha County recycling and water conservation staff will be at the following Farmers’ Markets:
- Brookfield Farmers’ Market July 14th from 7:30am-Noon
- Dousman Farmers’ Market July 18th from 2:00-6:00pm
- Delafield Farmers’ Market July 21st from7:00am-1:00pm
- Waukesha Farmers’ Market July 28th from 8:00am-12:00pm
Stop by the tent to pick up information and ask questions. Residents can also get a free recycling bin while supplies last. Visit waukeshacounty.gov/recycling or call 262-896-8300 for more information.
Small Propane Cylinders Pose Hazards to Recycling Facility Workers
Waukesha (WI) – June 18, 2012 – Workers at ReCommunity Recycling, the operator of the Waukesha County Materials Recycling Facility, pulled 147 small propane cylinders from the recyclables on June 11 and there are concerns that this problem will continue to increase throughout the summer months. Propane cylinders pose a very serious risk to workers because during the baling process materials are compressed under hundreds of pounds of pressure in order to form large bales for shipping. Even when the cylinders are empty, they remain pressurized and can explode when compacted. This time an explosion was avoided due to the diligence of the employees at the recycling facility but residents need to be careful and not place materials such as propane cylinders and other dangerous items into the recycling bin.
“The operator strives to maintain a safe working environment for all employees at the recycling facility. We want residents to understand that certain items such as propane cylinders cannot be recycled in their blue bins due to the potential hazard to workers and equipment. They need to be specially handled by companies that sell these products,” stated Karen Fielder, Waukesha County Recycling and Solid Waste Supervisor.
Propane tank/cylinder manufacturers recommend that consumers return unusable propane tanks to a local distributor. Please check for the ‘manufacturer’s tag’ as a source of contact/disposal information. Also, visit waukeshacounty.gov/recycling to find propane tank dealers in Waukesha County that will safely dispose of used or unwanted propane tanks.
Got a new gadget for Dad this Father’s Day?
Be sure to recycle his old electronics and rechargeable batteries to help protect the environment. Our recent survey shows more than half of Americans (57%) possess old electronics needing disposal.
Check out these websites for more information:
Waukesha County: www.waukeshacounty.gov/recycling
National: http://www.call2recycle.org
Ask the Recycling Experts
Ask the Recycling Experts
Waukesha County Recycling Education and Outreach Event
Waukesha (WI) – June 11, 2012 – Last year Waukesha County residents recycled over 21,600 tons of materials which generated shared revenue of $1.2 million for the 25 partnering communities. Currently, Waukesha County residents recycle about 24% of the waste generated.
“Markets are strong for paper, bottles, and cans and we want to help residents increase recycling to conserve natural resources, create jobs, and generate revenue for communities,” stated Karen Fielder, Waukesha County Recycling and Solid Waste Supervisor.
Waukesha County Recycling and Solid Waste staff will be available to help residents stay informed and recycle more. On Saturday June 23rd from 11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m., residents can visit recycling staff at Retzer Nature Center (S14 W28167 Madison Street, Waukesha) to ask questions, pick up information, get a free blue recycling bin (while supplies last), and learn how to increase recycling rates!
For more information, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/recycling or call 262-896-8300.
SPECIAL HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION JUNE 16, 2012
SPECIAL HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION JUNE 16, 2012
Waukesha (WI) – June 4, 2012 – There will be a special one-day collection of household hazardous waste open to any Waukesha County resident on Saturday, June 16 from 8:00 a.m. to noon in Delafield. The collection will take place at the City Department of Public Works, 111 Main Street.
Old, unusable chemicals, pesticides, wood preservatives, solvents, oil-based paints, and mercury-containing products will be accepted. Latex paint and non-hazardous cleaning materials will not be accepted.
There will only be one other special collection event for 2012: Oconomowoc – Saturday September 8 – City Public Works Garage
Waukesha County also has four year-round collection sites located in Muskego, Waukesha, Menomonee Falls, and Franklin. For more information, including a detailed list of acceptable HHW materials, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/recycling or call 262-896-8300.
This program is funded by Waukesha County and Veolia Environmental Services in partnership with the local municipalities. Proof of residency is required at all locations at all times.
Reduce Public Health Risks by Proper Disposal of Household Medical Sharps
Reduce Public Health Risks by Proper Disposal of Household Medical Sharps
Waukesha (WI) – May 29, 2012 – ReCommunity Recycling, the operator of the Waukesha County Materials Recycling Facility, has reported an increase of needles disposed of in plastic jugs set out for recycling. When residents do not properly dispose of medical sharps, those needles pose a public health risk along with potential to injure haulers and recycling facility workers.
To reduce public health risks, Wisconsin rules require all citizens to manage sharps safely. It is illegal to put sharps in the trash or with recyclables and there are several options for safe disposal:
- Contact your pharmacy, doctor, clinic or local hospital; many health care facilities accept sharps but are not legally required to register and therefore may not appear on the list of registered sharps collection stations.
- Take sharps to a registered collection station. To find a site in Waukesha County go to www.waukeshacounty.gov/recycling and click on Medical under Product Disposal.
- Use a “mail-back” sharps program, which can be found by searching the internet. The company should provide containers and packaging which meet U.S. postal regulations.
“We want to make sure residents understand that if they dispose of their medical needles and sharps improperly, they are putting workers who collect and sort their recyclables at risk. Much of this work is done by hand, creating a hazardous situation for people who are providing a service to all of us,” stated Karen Fiedler, Solid Waste Supervisor for Waukesha County.
For more information and options for safe disposal of medical sharps visit the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website: http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/HealthWaste/HouseholdSharps.html
SPECIAL HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION JUNE 2, 2012
Waukesha (WI) – May 21, 2012 – There will be a special one-day collection of household hazardous waste open to any county resident on Saturday, June 2 from 8:00 a.m. to noon in Brookfield. The collection will take place at the City Public Works Yard, 19700 Riverview Drive.
Old, unusable chemicals, pesticides, wood preservatives, solvents, oil-based paints, and mercury-containing products will be accepted. Latex paint and non-hazardous cleaning materials will not be accepted.
“This is a once a year opportunity for residents in the Brookfield area to properly dispose of hazardous waste in a convenient location,” stated Karen Fiedler, Solid Waste Supervisor for Waukesha County.
There will be two other special collection events:
Delafield – Saturday June 16 – City Department of Public Works
Oconomowoc – Saturday September 8 – City Public Works Garage
The County also has four year-round collection sites located in Muskego, Waukesha, Menomonee Falls, and Franklin. For more information, including a detailed list of acceptable HHW materials, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/recycling or call 262-896-8300.
This program is funded by Waukesha County and Veolia Environmental Services in partnership with the local municipalities. Proof of residency is required at all locations at all times.
Visit Waukesha County at Local Farmers’ Markets
Recycling Bins and Water Conservation Information at Local Farmers’ Markets
Waukesha (WI) – May 21, 2012 – In addition to fresh produce, you can get the most up-to-date information on recycling, water conservation and storm water management!
County recycling and water conservation staff will be at the following Farmers’ Markets:
- Pewaukee Farmers Market May 30th from 3:00-6:30pm
- Oconomowoc Farmers Market June 23rd from 7am-Noon
- Mukwonago Farmers Market June 20th from 12:00-6:00pm
- Piala’s Farmers Market June 28th from 3:00-7:00pm
Stop by the tent to pick up information and ask questions. At the Pewaukee, Oconomowoc, and Piala’s locations residents can get a free recycling bin while supplies last.
Discover Composting
Discover Composting
Family Fun Event Saturday June 2, 2012
Waukesha (WI) – May 21, 2012 – The Waukesha County Recycling and Solid Waste staff will hold a free composting event for adults and children on Saturday June 2, 2012 from 10-11am at Retzer Nature Center. Come and visit the outdoor Discovery Tour and Field Lab at Retzer Nature Center and discover how to turn vegetable scraps and yard debris into compost. Find cool decomposers as well as plant a seed to take home and get your garden started. Children must be accompanied by adults. Attendees must pre-register by Friday June 1 by calling 262-548-7801.
For more information please visit: www.waukeshacounty.gov/recycling
