Greene County to Host Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on September 7

By Max Oppen

ATHENS—Greene County Solid Waste Management will hold a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection event on Saturday, September 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Greene County Highway Department facility at 67 Scott Lane in Athens. This event allows county residents to safely dispose of hazardous materials, keeping these dangerous substances out of landfills and the environment.

To ensure a smooth and efficient process, residents are asked to arrive during a specific time slot based on the first letter of their last name. The scheduled times are as follows:

A-G: 8:30-9:30 a.m.

H-M: 9:30-10:30 a.m.

N-S: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

T-Z: 11:30-12:30 p.m.

Participants are advised to carefully package their hazardous materials to prevent leakage during transportation. Only one occupant per vehicle, with no children or pets present, is requested to transport the waste. Wastes from multiple households may be combined in one vehicle if needed, provided they are securely packaged. Attendees should also be prepared for potential wait times and must provide proof of residency, such as a driver’s license or utility bill.

The Greene County Sheriff’s Office will manage site security and traffic control. Upon arrival, participants will remain in their vehicles as they are guided through the site, where the contractor, MXI Environmental Services LLC, will unload and handle all waste materials. MXI will be responsible for classifying, packaging, transporting, and ensuring the waste is recycled or properly disposed of.

It is important to note that this event is for household hazardous waste only. Commercial or agricultural waste and regular waste, electronics, or recyclables that can be disposed of through the regular transfer station system will not be accepted. Greene County Solid Waste Management staff will be present to assist residents and will have the final say on the acceptability of any materials.

Residents are encouraged to visit www.greenegovernment.com for additional information. The Greene County Legislature funds this event, which is eligible for a 50% reimbursement grant through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

This HHW Collection event provides a valuable service to the community. It offers a safe and responsible way to dispose of hazardous materials, ultimately protecting the environment and public health in Greene County.