Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Collection Event on Saturday, October 24, 2020
Dutchess County Division of Solid Waste Management host
Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Collection Event
Saturday, October 24, 2020
8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
To Be Held At: 626 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie, NY(access off of Route 44 to Burnett Boulevard)
Registration and $10 Prepayment Required
Please where a mask while signing in at event. Do not exit your vehicle, event staff will unload your household chemicals and electronics.
Open to Dutchess County Residents Only
Register online: www.dutchessny.gov/solidwaste or call (845) 463-6020
Registration is limited to the first 380 households.
These events are partially funded by the NY State Department of Environmental Conservation.
Acceptable Items: Product Containers Marked: “Warning”, “Hazardous”, “Flammable”, “Poisonous”, “Corrosive”Photo chemicals, non-latex driveway sealer, pool chemicals, creosote, kerosene, flammable liquids, metal polish, turpentine, stains, varnishes, strippers, thinners, gasoline/oil mixture, brake fluid, antifreeze, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, chemical fertilizers, adhesives, resins, solvents, oil & lead based paints (no latex!), mercury containing devices, computer monitors, CPU’s, fax machines, printers, TV’s, stereos, telephones, lithium & sealed lead acid batteries(no automotive!), fluorescent tubes.
Do Not Bring: Waste in containers larger than 10 gallons,ammunition or explosives, air conditioners, asbestos products, latex driveway sealer & latex paint, building or construction debris, tires, furniture, medical waste, pharmaceuticals, propane or other flammable gas cylinders, radioactive materials, scrap metal, metal drums or empty containers, motor oil,car batteries, alkaline or rechargeable batteries.
Latex Paint – Add kitty litter or sawdust to dry out remaining paint, and then place the can in your regular trash AAA, AA, C, D, 9 Volt and lantern batteries are regular household trash or bring to a rechargeable battery drop off
Rechargeable Nickel Cadmium Batteries and cell phones – Bring to a drop off location at a local retailer
Automotive Batteries and Motor Oil – Drop off at auto centers or local repair shop
Medications – visit www.dutchessny.gov/solidwaste for drop off locations.
Registration and pre-payment for this HHW event is mandatory. We must receive your $10.00 registration fee no later than the Wednesday prior to Saturday’s event. No monies will be accepted at the collection site.
For more information: 845-463-6020 or www.dutchessny.gov/solidwaste
Water District No. 1 Property Owner Listing is Available
For a listing of all property owners within the Water District No. 1, please visit the following:
ZBA Meeting on September 17, 2020 is Cancelled
TOWN OF NORTH EAST ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
NOTICE
North East Town Hall, 19N. Maple Ave., Millerton, NY
Thursday, September 17, 2020
Please take notice that the Town of North East Zoning Board of Appeals
meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2020 is cancelled due
to a lack of applications.
Planning Board Meeting on September 9, 2020 is Cancelled
TOWN OF NORTH EAST PLANNING BOARD
AGENDA
North East Town Hall, 19 N. Maple Ave., Millerton, NY
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
7:30 PM
Please take notice that the Town of North East Planning Board meeting scheduled for September 9, 2020 is cancelled.
September is National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month
County highlights importance of being prepared for emergencies
Poughkeepsie… September is National Preparedness Month and Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro joins the Dutchess County Department of Emergency Response to urge all residents to take the time to be prepared for disasters and emergencies of any kind.
“As communities across the nation and world continue to feel the effects of natural disasters, the COVID-19 pandemic, and other emergencies, it is more important than ever for residents to be prepared,” said County Executive Marc Molinaro. “By having a plan, keeping an emergency kit stocked, and following the instructions of local officials in emergencies, we all can do our part to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe and healthy in any kind of emergency.”
The theme of the 2020 National Preparedness Month, presented by the public service campaign Ready.gov, is “Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan Today.” and offers tips on how to be better prepared during a pandemic or other emergency.
Perhaps more than ever, this year has highlighted the importance of being prepared. From Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to toilet paper and hand sanitizer, the COVID-19 pandemic caught many citizens unprepared and supplies flew off store shelves as many households stocked up on last-minute supplies for a prolonged stay at home.
When Tropical Storm Isaias impacted the region, many found themselves without power for several days, highlighting the need to be prepared for at least 72 hours as blocked roadways are cleared and power is restored.
“Being prepared for and anticipating unexpected challenges is essential in an emergency situation,” said Emergency Response Commissioner Dana Smith. “National Preparedness Month is a great opportunity for families and individuals to learn more about how they can become active partners in disaster readiness.”
More information on emergency plans and preparedness can be found on the County’s website, dutchessny.gov. For more on National Preparedness Month, visit www.ready.gov.
