A Household Pollutant Disposal Special Event is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, March 24-25, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the City of Tulsa’s Household Pollutant Collection Facility, 4502 S. Galveston Ave. In addition to the usually accepted items, special items accepted only at this event are tires, e-waste, medications and ammunition. No appointment is necessary for the special event.
For more information about household pollutant disposal in Tulsa, see www.cityoftulsa.org/resourcerecovery
The special disposal event is open to residents of Tulsa, Bixby, Broken Arrow, Claremore, Collinsville, Coweta, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, Sand Springs and unincorporated Tulsa County. Fees may apply for non-Tulsa residents bringing more than 60 pounds. Participants who bring in a mercury thermostat will receive a $10 Lowe’s gift card courtesy of Covanta, operator of Tulsa’s trash-to-energy plant.
The Swap Shop at the Household Pollutant Collection Facility also will be open during the special event. Customers may take up to five items for free – no drop-off required.
Customers also may pick up rain barrels they have ordered through two vendors that have partnered with the City of Tulsa: Upcycle Products and Rainwater Solutions. A limited number of barrels may be available for purchase at the event.
Accepted Items: Non-Accepted Items:
? Fluorescent and CFL lightbulbs ? Industrial or commercial waste
? Oil based paints and thinner ? Latex paint
? Flammable liquids ? Medical or biomedical waste (no syringes, needles)
? Automotive fluids ? Asbestos
? Cooking oil/grease ? Food or organic waste
? Aerosols, household cleaners ? Radioactive material
? Household and car batteries
? Pool and lawn chemicals
? Small electronics, thermostats