Dispose Safely: Forest Lake Hosts Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection Event on May 4

Washington County will host a one-day event to collect household hazardous waste and electronics. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 4, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Forest Lake Transit Center. This initiative is designed to make it easier for residents to safely dispose of these items by bringing the services of the Washington County Environmental Center closer to the community.

In addition to waste and electronics, the event will offer a confidential document shredding service. This service allows residents to securely dispose of sensitive documents, helping to protect their privacy and reduce the risk of identity theft.

Residents who cannot attend the event have the option to visit the Washington County Environmental Center at 4039 Cottage Grove Drive in Woodbury. The center is open year-round on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with varying hours.

The center accepts a variety of items, including household hazardous waste, electronics, and other recyclables. It operates according to environmental safety standards to ensure responsible processing of hazardous materials.

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