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UTILITIES

Your guide to waste services from Strathcona County

By each of us making a small change, together we can make a big difference.

Black waste cart serial #: ______________________Green organics serial #: ___________________The serial number is located by the bar code on the front of the cart

With your participation by sending materials for recycling and composting, we have the potential to divert 89 per cent of our waste from landfill. Your efforts, now, will help make sure we have a healthy community for future generations to come. It’s time to get with the Green Routine!

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Make a difference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3The Green Routine at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Collection day reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Your carts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Cart care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Damaged, lost or stolen carts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Placement of your cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Putting your cart out during street maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Organics for collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Tips for organic collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Backyard composting, yard waste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Waste for collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Recyclables for collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Paper recyclables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Container recyclables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Recycling stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Hazardous waste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Quick guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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We’re here to help! Contact us if: • you have questions about the services • your cart needs repairs, is lost or stolen • you need an extra cart • you need to set up an account with Strathcona County

780-449-5514www.strathcona.ab.ca/utilitiesE-mail: greenroutine@strathcona.ab.ca

The green routine: make a difference

Waste services from Strathcona County includes a curbside recycling program, organics collection and roll-out collection carts .

Better for the environment

This waste collection system is a major step in reducing the amount of material Strathcona County sends to landfill . It has the potential to divert up to 89 per cent of waste .

Less waste going to landfill further away means lower emissions from trucks .

Economic benefitsStrathcona County is no longer able to take waste to the Clover Bar Landfill . Residential waste collected by the County has to be transported to a facility further away, and that means higher costs .

It costs less to compost organic materials than it does to send them to the landfill .

By moving to a system that recycles and composts a large amount of waste, we are able to minimize rate increases as transportation costs rise .

In order for the system to work, we ask for your cooperation . Each household is asked to sort materials for recycling and collect organics for composting .

We look forward to your participation in the Green Routine.

actual waste

organics

recyclables

11%

37%

52%

Only 11% of our waste needs to go to landfill. The rest can be recycled or composted.

Materials being recycled 33%

Materials going to land�ll 67%

Strathcona County’s waste stream before June 2008.

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The green routine: It’s as easy as 1-2-3!

step 1: Sort it outWhat it looks like How Much you can

put out for collectionWhat to put in it

Clear blue plastic bag

Recyclable containers

Glass, metal, plastic, Styrofoam Complete list on page 16, or check out the A to Z list on the website

Unlimited quantity .

Items must be placed in clear blue plastic bags .

Every week

Reusable bag or containerYou can use an old garbage can with a recycle sticker on it . See page 15 for details .

Paper and paper products

Newspaper, corrugated cardboard, cereal and tissue boxes, writing paperComplete list on page 15 or check out the A to Z list on the website

Unlimited quantity . Items must be placed in a reusable bag or container . Container and contents must weigh less than 50 lbs .

Every week

Green cart A small covered pail (green catcher) is also supplied to collect organics in the kitchen .

Organics

Kitchen scraps, grass clippingsComplete list on page 10, or check out the A to Z list on the website

All organics must fit inside the cart with the lid closed . Materials left outside the cart will not be collected . Cart and contents must weigh less than 200 lbs .

Every other week (alternates with waste)

Every week from mid-June to mid-September in the hamlets of Sherwood Park, Antler Lake, Ardrossan, Collingwood Cove, Half Moon Lake, Hastings Lake, Josephburg and North and South Cooking Lake .

Black cart WasteComplete list on page 14, or check out the A to Z list on the website

All waste must fit inside the cart with the lid closed . Materials left outside the cart will not be collected . Cart and contents must weigh less than 200 lbs .

Every other week (alternates with organics)

How often you can put these out

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Getting ready for the Green Routine• CheckyourCollectionScheduleorvisitthewebsiteforyourcollectionday.ThisisyourFIXEDDAYfromnowon.

• CheckyourCollectionScheduletoseewhichweektoputoutyourgreencartwithorganicsoryourblackcartwithwaste . Recyclables are picked up every week .

Friendly reminders for Collection Day• Haveallmaterialsoutby7:30a.m.Materialsarecollectedbetween7:30a.m.and9p.m.

• Leaveafullmetreofclearanceonallsidesaroundandaboveeachcart.

• Recyclingmaybepickedupatadifferenttimethanwasteororganics.

• IfyouliveinruralStrathconaCounty,makesureyourhousenumberisclearlyvisiblefromtheroad.

Additional services Strathcona County offers—• Christmastreecollection

• LargeItempickup,springandfall—twolargeitemsonly,notreusable

• Yardwastepickup,springandfall—extrayardwastemustgoinclearbags

See your Collection Schedule for dates .

Step 2: Put it outRecyclable containers and paper products are collected EVERY WEEK on your regular collection day .

Organics and waste are collected every two weeks on a rotating schedule . One week organics will be picked up; the next week, waste will be picked up .

Frommid-Junetomid-September,organicswillbecollectedeveryweekforresidents in the hamlets of Sherwood Park, Antler Lake, Ardrossan, Collingwood Cove, Half Moon Lake, Hastings Lake, Josephburg and North and South Cooking Lake . See your Collection Schedule for details .

Step 3: Know your collection Day Weekly collection is picked up on a fixed day . If your collection day is Monday, it will always be Monday, even on statutory holidays . Please note: During the weeks around the Christmas break, scheduling alters. Check your Collection Schedule for more details.

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Carts allow automated collectionLocally-owned and operated Ever Green Ecological Services is Strathcona County’s residential waste collector . Ever Green uses special trucks equipped with a mechanism that lifts the cart and dumps the contents into the truck and returns it safely to the ground . An automated system provides a more reliable service and is safer for the waste collection operators .

Your carts and how to use them

Green catcher–for collecting organics in your kitchen—empty the catcher into the green cart as needed .

Black cart for waste

Green cart for organics

The waste system depends on having materials correctly sorted.If any materials other than organics are put in your green cart, or if food scraps are in with your recyclables, your containers will not be collected . A sticker will be left explaining why the materials were not collected . You will be responsible for repackaging the materials for collection .

Cart serial number

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Cart careStoring and cleaning your carts • Cartscanbestoredanywhereonyourproperty—inyourgarage,byyour

house or in a shed . Keep them in a shaded, cool spot . Carts cannot be stored at the end of your driveway .

• Cleanthecartsthesamewayyouwouldcleanagarbagecan—rinsethemperiodically to wash off any debris . Empty all the water from the cart and allow it to dry completely .

Damaged, lost or stolen carts• Lidsshouldopenandcloseeasily.StrathconaCountywillreplaceanycart

that breaks or cracks through normal use .

• Ifyourcartisdamagedorneedsrepairs,call780-449-5514.

• Cartsmustnotbealteredorpainted.Cartsthataredamagedbyimproperuse or abuse will be subject to a replacement and service fee .

Each cart has a serial number corresponding with the property . This helps identify your cart and helps locate and return lost carts . Write down your carts’ serial numbers on the front of this booklet for reference .

The carts and green catcher are the property of Strathcona County and must remain with the property if you move . Rural customers must call to cancel collection services when moving .

Identifying your carts • Tohelpyouandyourneighboursidentifycarts,youmaywanttolabelyour

carts using luggage tags . Put your address on the luggage tag and attach it to the cart .

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Leave one metre on all sidesThe cart requires one metre (three feet) on all sides so the automated truck can lift it .

Leave at least one metre between your cart, materials put out for recycling, fences, mailboxes, overhanging tree limbs, parked cars and any other objects . During the summer months, there must be a one metre clearance between the organics and waste carts .

If you live in a cul-de-sac, please do not park on the street on your collection day . The collection truck may not be able to manoeuvre or reach your cart .

1m(3 ft.)

1m(3 ft.)

1m(3 ft.)

Putting your cart out for collection

If you have a curb1 . Place the wheels of the cart in the gutter between

the curb and the road .

2 . Your cart will be on the road . Arrows on the cart’s lid indicate what side of the cart must face the road .

If you do not have a curb

1 . Place the cart out at the edge of your driveway and the road . Ensure that the cart is stable on a flat area and the wheels are closest to the ditch or your driveway .

2 . Arrows on the cart’s lid indicate what side of the cart must face the road .

Carefully place your roll-out cart:leave at least one metre (three feet) of space between your cart, recycling bags, fences, mailboxes, parked cars or any other objects

Do not place cart underneath low, overhanging tree limbs or utility lines .

1m(3 ft.)

1m(3 ft.)

1m(3 ft.)

Front of cart must face the street

Weekly organics collection*:There must be a one-metre clearance between the organics and waste carts and all other objects

*See page 5 for areas that receive weekly collection during the summer

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When winter street snow clearing or spring street sweeping is occurring in your neighbourhood, you need to change where you place your cart on collection day .

Please place your organics or waste cart at the end of your driveway . During snow clearing and street sweeping, carts cannot be on the road, sidewalk or in the gutter because vehicles cannot manoeuvre around them . Signs will be posted .

On all other collection days, it’s back to normal . See page 8 for proper placement .

Putting your cart out during street maintenance

If you have a boulevard and sidewalk

1 . Place the cart out at the end of your driveway in between the sidewalk and the road . 2 . Make sure your cart and recycling is not blocking the sidewalk .

If you have a sidewalk 1 . Place the cart out at the end of your driveway directly behind the sidewalk . Don’t have the cart too far up your driveway, otherwise the automatic arm may not reach it and the cart will not be emptied . 2 . Make sure your cart and recycling is not blocking the sidewalk .

Place carts on driveways only during snow clearing or street sweeping

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The green cart is used to collect organic materials . Vents promote air flow inside the cart . A grate inside the cart allows moisture to collect at the bottom and evaporate . The organics cart is not a composter . See page 11 for tips on using your organics cart .

The commercial composting facility that takes our materials can handle many organic items that are not suitable for backyard composters .

Organics for collection (for an updated list, check out the A to Z list on the website)

Get with the• bread,bakedgoods

• candy

• cardboard,soiled

• catlitter,notbagged

• cereal

• cheeses

• coffeefilters,grounds

• dairyproducts

• dryerlint

• eggsandeggshells

• facialtissue

• feathers

• fishandfishremains

• floorsweepings

• flour,grains,dough

• freezerpaper

• fruitandpeelings

• grassclippings

• grease,cooled

• hair

• leaves

•meatproducts,bones

• oily,fattyfoods

• papernapkins,platesandcups

• paperproducts,soiled

• paper,shredded

• pasta

• petwaste,notbagged

• pizzaandsoiledpizzaboxes

• plantmaterials

• popcorn

• popcornbags

• popsiclesticks

• rice

• saucesandspreads

• sawdustandwoodchips

• shreddedpaper

• teabags

• tissue,soiled

• toothpicks

• vegetablesandpeelings

•waxpaper,soiled

•winecorks,wood

Please noteIf you have questions about what items are acceptable, call or visit the website .

All organics must fit inside the cart with the lid closed . Carts with lids that do not close will not be collected . Materials left outside the cart will not be collected . Carts and contents must weigh less than 200 lbs .

Make sure to put nothing but organics in the organics cart . If other items are included, the cart will not be emptied . Other items will contaminate the composting process .

Extra organics carts are available for an additional monthly fee. Call for details.

The green cart for organics

If you occasionally have extra grass or leaves that will not fit inside your cart, you can take these materials to the Streambank Avenue Recycling Station located at 420, Streambank Avenue, Sherwood Park.

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Layering organics in the cartOrganics can be placed loose directly in the cart . Layer dry and wet materials . This will help wet or smelly organics dry out and start the composting process . To layerorganics:

1 . Place a layer of newspaper or other paper product on the bottom

2.Thenalternatelayers:wetwaste(kitchenwaste,grassclippingsorleaves),then dry waste (newspapers, soiled paper) .

3 . Do not pack down organic materials in the cart . This may cause materials to get stuck in the cart making it difficult to dump .

Layering wet and dry materials will reduce the potential for odour .

Using your green catcher (small covered pail)A covered green catcher is supplied to every household . You can use this to collect organics inside your home, and empty them into the organics cart as needed .

Tips on using the green catcher• Linethegreencatcherwithpapertowelornewspapertohelpabsorbany

liquids . Although it is not required, you may want to line the green catcher with a compostable bag .

• Aftermealtime,scrapethescrapsintoyourgreencatcher.Ifyouusedpaperplates or napkins, throw them in too! NO Styrofoam or plastic - they cannot be composted .

•Wrapverywetorsmellyscraps(suchasmeat,bonesandfish)innewspaper,paper towels or soiled boxboard (cereal or cracker boxes) .

• Fastenthelidtoreduceodoursandcontrolpests.

• Tocleanthegreencatcher,rinsewithwarmwaterandabiodegradable

detergent .

An option: compostable bagsInstead of being placed directly in the cart, organics can be put in compostable bags . Compostable bags are made from a food by-product such as corn starch and can break down easily . If you use a bag, it is important to use only compostable bags, not plastic bags or biodegradable bags . Check for compostable bags at grocery stores and hardware stores, and check the label to make sure they are compostable .

Layer your cart with newspaper to help prevent odours and pests

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Tips for summer collection• Layerthebottomandsidesofthecartwithnewspaperorasoiledpizzabox

to prevent contents from sticking to the cart .

• Storetheorganicscartinashadedorcoveredarea.

• Sprinkleasmallamountofvinegar,powderedgardenlime,bakingsodaorpowdered laundry detergent (without bleach) at the bottom of the organics cart .

• Layerwetanddryorganicmaterialsinthecart.

•Wrapwetorsmellyorganicsinnewspaper,paperbagsorsoiledboxes.

• Spreadingdetergentorvinegararoundthelipofthecartmaycontrolinsects .

•Waituntiljustbeforeyourorganicscollectiondaytocleanoutyourrefrigerator or freezer .

• Keepsmellyorganicsinthefreezeruntilyourorganicscollectionday.

Controlling pestsTaking steps to prevent pests is best . Below are some tips to help reduce and remove pests commonly found with organic waste . Fruit flies

• Cleanyourdrainsandwashclothsoftenasfruitfliesliveandbreedthere.

• Buildasimpletrap.Getacleanjarandplaceapieceofbanana,malt,balsamicorredvinegarinside.Fitapieceofplasticwrapoverthetopofthe jar and poke four or five holes in the plastic using a fork . Once fruit flies crawl in, they can’t get out . Place the jar in an area where you have seen the most fruit flies . Empty the jar every 24 hours before any eggs have a chance to hatch .

Maggots

•Wrapwetorsmellyorganicsinnewspaper,paperbagsorsoiledboxes.

• Someessentialoils,suchascitronellaandteatreeoilarenaturalinsectrepellents . Try smearing your cart lid with one of these oils if flies are a problem .

• Hoseoutyourcartafterorganiccollectionday.

• Iftherearemaggotsinsideyourcart,mostwillberemovedwhenyourcartisemptied . In the meantime, try sprinkling salt, vinegar, baking soda or garden lime directly on the maggots . You can also use water with a bit of detergent with a fragrance . The fragrance will also help keep flies away from your cart .

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Tips for winter collection• Layerthebottomandsidesofthecartwithnewspaperorasoiledpizzabox

to prevent contents from freezing to the cart .

•Wrapwetorganicsinsoiledboxes(example:cerealorshoebox)tohelpprevent them from freezing to the cart .

• Layerwetanddryorganicmaterialsinthecart.

• Pullyourorganicsorwastecart-don’tpush.Thebottomofthecartwillcause snow to build up making it difficult to move . Pulling the cart won’t cause snow to build up while moving the cart .

Backyard compostingResidents who have backyard composters are encouraged to continue to use them . You can still use the organics cart for many items that cannot be composted in backyard units .

Yard waste• Grassclippings,leavesandotherplantmaterialmaybeplacedinyour

organics cart . Make sure to layer with newspaper .

• Brush,hedgeandshrubtrimmingsandsimilarmaterialsthatdonotfitinthecart can be taken to the Streambank Avenue Recycling Station located at 420 Streambank Avenue in Sherwood Park . Tree stumps, roots and sod must be taken to a landfill .

• TwiceayearStrathconaCountyoffersextracollectionofyardwastetoaccommodate increased volumes from yard clean up . Yard waste must be placed in clear bags on these dates only . Check your Collection Schedule for dates .

• Grasscycling(mulching)isanotheroption.Simplyleavegrassclippingsonthelawn where they provide valuable nutrients .

Please note: tree stumps, roots and sod must be taken to a landfill.

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Acceptable items

• aluminiumfoil

• bowsandribbons

• brokenglass (wrapped in paper)

• carbonpaper

• ceramicsanddishes

• cigarettesandashes

• clothing

• cosmeticcontainers

• disposablediapersandwipes

• dogandcatfoodbags

• drywall

• femininehygieneitems

• foilwrappers

• frozenjuicecans

• granolabarwrappers

• latexgloves

• incandescentlightbulbs

•meattrayliners

• non-recyclablepackagingmaterials (those without a recycle

symbol)

• paintcans,emptiedordried

• petwasteinplasticbags

• potatochipbags

• PVCpipe

• Q-tips

• rags

• sharps(razor blades, broken glass

wrapped in paper)

• toothpastetubes

• toys,broken

• treatedwood

Hazardous waste — see page 16.

Please noteIf you have questions about what items are acceptable, call or visit the website .

All waste must fit inside the cart with the lid closed . Carts with lids that do not close will not be collected . Materials left outside the cart will not be collected . Carts and contents must weigh less than 200 lbs .

Make sure to put nothing but waste in the waste cart . If other items are included, the cart will not be emptied .

Clean your cart thoroughly after your collection day .

Large item pickup is held twice a year to collect items that do not fit in the waste cart . See your Collection Schedule for details . Large items can also be taken to one of the Enviroservice events . A fee will apply .

Extra waste carts are available for an additional monthly fee. Call for details.

Get with theThe black cart for waste

If you have extra waste occasionally, you can take these materials to one of the Enviroservice events (see page 16). A fee will apply.

(for an updated list, check out the A to Z list on the website)

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Preparing your recyclables

Sort into two groups: paper and containersMaterials for recycling need to be sorted and packaged into two separate groups .

Paper products (for an updated list, check out the A to Z list on the website)Place these in a reusable bag or container such as an old garbage can . Paper cannot be placed in clear blue bags . The reusable container must have a recycling sticker . Stickers are available at most County facilities . On collection day, make sure your sticker is placed facing the road .

Help keep our collectors safe—make sure your reusable container weighs less than 25 kg (50 lbs) .

• books(not reusable)

• boxboard

• catalogues

• cerealandotherfoodboxes

• coffeecups(paper, rinsed)

• colouredpaper

• computerpaper

• corrugatedcardboard,flattened

(folded to a maximum size of 1 ft . x 3 ft . larger pieces can be taken to a recycle

station)

• eggcartons,paper

• envelopes

• fastfoodpapercontainers(cups, wrapping etc . rinsed)

• flyerinserts

• glossypaper

• greetingcards (no foil or attachments)

• icecreamcartons(rinsed)

• junkmail

•magazines

•milkcartons,paper (rinsed and flattened . Can be taken to a depot for deposit refund)

• newspaper

• paperbags

• paperproducts

• phonebooks

• shoeboxes

• tissueboxes

•wrappingpaper(nofoil)

Get with the• Recyclingiscollectedeveryweekonyourcollectionday.

• Recyclingmaybecollectedatadifferenttimethantheorganicsorwaste.

• Thereisnolimittotheamountofrecyclablesyoucanleaveoutforcollection.

Sticker for your

reusable container

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Containers (for an updated list, check out the A to Z list on the website)Must be rinsed and dried and placed in clear blue plastic bags available at grocery and hardware stores .

• aluminiumcans(beverage, soup,

vegetable etc .)

• aluminiumcontainers(pie plates, take

out containers)

• babybottleliners

• breadbags

• drycleaningbags

• fruitandbakeryplasticcontainers

• glassjarsandbottles

• icecreampails

•milkjugs,plastic(Can be taken to a

depot for deposit refund)

• plastics#1to#7grade

• plasticbagsincludinggrocerybags

• plasticbottles

• plasticcontainers(yogurt, margarine,

cottage cheese, etc .)

• plasticfilmorwrap

• popbottles(plastic or glass)

• Styrofoameggcartons

• Styrofoampackaging

• Styrofoamplatesandcups,clean

• Tetra-pak (beverage or food containers)

Recycling tips

On windy collection days, make sure to put your paper recycling in •a reusable container with a lid . Place a piece of box board, such as a cereal box, on the top of your paper recycling . This will help keep lighter papers from blowing away . You can also place your container recycling (collected in the clear blue plastic bag) on top of your paper recycling to help prevent paper from escaping .

In your clear blue plastic bags, mix heavier recyclable containers, such •as glass, with the lighter containers, such as plastic . This will help reduce the chance of your container recycling from blowing away .

Crush or squish your containers to get more items into the clear blue •plastic bag . paper

products in the reusable container on the bottom

container recycling in the blue bag on top

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Recycling stations

There are four recycling stations in Strathcona County . Stations accept paper product and container recyclables . Items must be separated into the appropriate bins . Make sure to put the correct items in the correct bin, contamination increases processing costs and may result in the entire bin having to be sent to landfill . Do not leave hazardous waste, appliances, waste or any other items at the stations .

Baseline Road Recycling Station, 624 Bethel Drive, Sherwood Park •(also accepts tires for recycling, rims must be removed)

Ardrossan Recycling Station, Ardrossan Recreation Complex•

Josephburg Recycling Station, Moyer Recreation Complex•

SouthCookingLakeRecyclingStation,SouthCookingLakeFireHall•

Yard waste

Bring your grass clippings, leaves and yard waste to Streambank Avenue Recycling Centre at 420 Streambank Avenue, Sherwood Park . Place your yard waste into the bins . Sod, tree stumps and roots are not accepted and must be taken to the landfill .

Get with theStrathcona’s recycling stations are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Enviroservice event (hazardous waste, electronics, appliance recycling )

It is important to keep hazardous materials from going to the landfill . Many household materials are toxic to the environment and should be disposed of properly .

Strathcona County’s Enviroservice event is a drop-off event offered twice a monthfromMaytoOctober.Fordates,locationsandtimes,refertoyourCollection Schedule, visit the website or watch the local newspaper .

Liquids and powders should be in original packaging or placed in a labeled leak-proof container .

Items collected at the Enviroservice event• abrasivecleaners

• acetone

• aerosolsprays

• all-purposecleaners

• antifreeze

• appliances(fridges, stoves, dishwashers,

washer/dryers)

• batteries (non-rechargeable)

• bleach

• butane

• carbatteries

• CDsandDVDs

• cellphones

• computers (monitors, keyboards, hard

drives, accessories)

• disinfectants

• draincleaner

• electronics

• fabricsofteners

• fluorescenttubes

• gasoline

• insecticides

• kerosene

• lightbulbs

•microwaves

• oil

• ovencleaners

• paintthinners/strippers

• paints (oil/water based)

• pesticides

• propanegascylinders

• rubbingalcohol

• rechargeablebatteries

• smallappliances

• solvents,turpentine,varnish,lacquers

• stereos,speakers

• televisions

•woodpreservatives

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These items can also be taken to the Eco Station at 5150-99 Street, Edmonton . Call 780-496-5678 for details .

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quick guideline: how to tell what goes where

Here is a quick guideline to help determine how an item should be disposed properly . When you have an item and you’re not sure where it should go ask yourself:

Is the item natural or is made from a material that was once living?

Does the item contain two or more products? (for example a chip bag is waste because it is plastic on the outside and foil on the inside)

Is it a clean paper product?

YesYes

Yes

Is it a rinsed plastic, glass, aluminium tin or Styrofoam container or product?

Yes

green organics cart

clear blue plastic bag

black waste cartreusable bag or container

When you have an item and you’re not sure where it goes, ask yourself:

Green line 780-449-5514www.strathcona.ab.ca/utilitiesE-mail: greenroutine@strathcona.ab.ca

UTILITIESPrinted September 2009

Thank you for doing your part!