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Douglas County Chemical Roundup

Mar 30, 2005

The annual Douglas County Household Chemical Roundups for 2005 begin in May. Once again residents of Douglas County have three dates and locations to dispose of household chemicals. A $10 donation to offset the cost of disposal is requested.
All Douglas County residents are welcome to dispose of the following products at any of the sites specified below. Proof of residency is required?—Drivers?’ license or utility bill may be used as proof of residency.
They will accept: house, garden and pool chemicals, paint products, automotive fluids, fuels, empty propane tanks 1?—20 lbs, vehicle batteries, Mercury (1lb limit), passenger vehicle and pickup tires only (removed from the rim). There is a $3 charge per tire.
Limit: 40 lbs or 5 gallon limit per household. What they will not accept: business and commercial waste, radioactive waste, explosive waste, smoke detectors, asbestos containing waste, compressed gases other than propane.
Locations and dates:
May 21, Joint Service Facility, 17801 E. Plaza Drive, Parker
July 30, Shea Stadium, 3720 Redstone Park Circle, Highlands Ranch
September 24, Castle Rock Utility Building, 175 Kellogg Dr, Castle Rock near the intersection of Hwy 85 and Liggett Road.

Latex Paint Waste Disposal & Reduction Tips

Water-based latex paint can be safely and legally disposed of in regular household garbage if it is completely dried out. Mixing paint with kitty litter or concrete ?–mix will help speed the drying process.
Dry cans of paint with the lids removed can be discarded in the household trash.
Buy only what you need. One gallon of paint will cover about 350 sq. ft.
Ask for small 1-2 oz. Samples for color testing.
Apply extra coats
Give leftovers to a neighbor.