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The S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) Program is designed to provide area residents with a safe, environmentally sound method to dispose of the many hazardous materials found in the average home.
Items
that can be disposed of through the S.T.O.P.
Program include: |
Aerosol cans
Ammonia
Antifreeze
Asbestos (double bagged)
Bleach
Bug & Rodent killers
Car Batteries
Chemistry Sets
Degreasers
Disinfectants
Drain Cleaners
Fertilizers w/Herbicides
Flammable Liquids (fire starter)
Household Batteries
Kerosene |
Lacquer
Latex & Oil-Based Paint
Oven Cleaners
Paint Stripper
Paint Thinner & Brush Cleaner
Photography Chemicals
Polishes & Wood Preservatives
Solvents
Spot Removers
Swimming Pool Chemicals
Tires (car - off rims)
Varnish
Waste Oil
Weed Killers |
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 The S.T.O.P. Program is administered directly by the Town of Hempstead, and residents must bring their waste items to the designated drop-off locations. Details on the program, and the 2007 collection schedule can be viewed at the Town’s Website: www.townofhempstead.org/content/cs/stop.html
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