Household waste dropoff this weekend

Household waste dropoff this weekend

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RIDGELAND — Homeowners will be able to dispose of hazardous items at an event sponsored by the county and municipalities this weekend at Northpark mall.

The event will allow residents of Madison County to dispose of hazardous or unusual items at no charge. The event will be held on Ring Road at Norhtpark in Ridgeland between 7 a.m. and 12 p.m. on April 1.

“This is an excellent opportunity for anyone in Madison County to dispose of hazardous items that cannot be put out at the curb,” said Ridgeland Director of Public Relations Kim Cooper. “It is free to residents of Madison County.”

Acceptable items include documents for shredding, paint, batteries, as well as certain chemicals and electronics.

The event is sponsored by Ridgeland, Madison County and the city of Madison.

Madison County Spokesman Heath hall said vendors on site offering various disposal services include Shred-It, Interstate Battery, Magnolia Data Solutions, Waste Management, Care Environmental and Southern Tire Recycling.

Volunteer opportunities are available as well.

“We are very thankful to all the sponsors and vendors who have come together to make this day possible,” Hall said. “Madison County Household Hazardous Waste Day is an important opportunity for anyone in Madison County to properly dispose hazardous waste that cannot be put to the curb. This opportunity is free to all residents of Madison County.” 

A complete list of acceptable and unacceptable items is available through the city. Unacceptable items include washers, dryers, air conditioners, grills, light bulbs, medical waste, radioactive waste, refrigerators, thermostats and dishwashers.

Anyone with questions or seeking further information is encouraged to call Ridgeland Public Works at 601-853-2027.






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