Fall household hazardous waste collection comes early on Aug. 20

August 12, 2022  |  By Waterbury Roundabout 

The Mad River Resource Management Alliance will hold its fall Household Hazardous Waste Collection early this year on Aug. 20 at Harwood Union High School from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Alliance Director John Malter said the change in schedule is due to a switch in vendors for the events this year. The alliance typically holds two collections per year, one each in May and October. This year the first was held in April.  

The collection is open to residents of the alliance communities which are Fayston, Moretown, Waitsfield, Warren and Waterbury. Residents of those towns may bring pesticides, architectural oil and latex paint, and primary batteries to this event at no charge; they also may bring up to an additional 10 gallons of liquid or 10 pounds of solids at no charge. For any additional quantities, there is a charge of $5 per unit. 

There is a $20 fee for anyone wishing to participate who is not a resident of an alliance community. Non-residents are not eligible for the free disposal of 10 additional units of waste.  

Small businesses interested in participating must preregister by Aug. 18 to determine the disposal cost in advance. Preregister by emailing Malter at malterport@aol.com. 

The collection also will accept mercury thermostats with a $5 rebate provided. Those disposing of mercury thermometers will receive a digital replacement, one per household. Not accepted items include: compressed gases, fire extinguishers, ammunition, explosives, medical waste or radioactive waste, compact fluorescent lamps or fluorescent tubes. Questions? Contact Malter by email or call 802-244-7373.