MEXICO – River Valley residents seeking an environmentally friendly way to dispose of their hazardous waste can take advantage of the area’s free household waste collection scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Region 9 parking lot, 377 River Road.

Examples of household hazardous waste include cleaners, solvents, chemical lawn fertilizers, weed and insect killers, swimming pool chemicals, driveway sealers, rat poison, moth balls and rechargeable batteries. Look for the words poison, danger, corrosive, toxic, volatile, flammable, caution or warning on the label.

Latex paint will not be accepted. Latex paint is water-based and is not hazardous. Look for the words latex, water-based, or clean up with water on the label.

Wastes being brought to the collection should be in the original, securely closed containers if possible. If any container is leaking, pack the whole thing into a bucket. Never mix chemicals and do not smoke or eat while handling or transporting hazardous materials.

The event is made possible by a grant secured by the River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition. For more information, contact Patty Duguay at 364-7408.