Monroe County's Department of Environmental Services, along with the towns of Chili, Gates, Wheatland, Village of Scottsville, and the Eastman Kodak Company will co-host a regional Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection. The collection will be held at the Town of Chili Highway Garage, 3235 Chili Avenue, Saturday, September 29 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All drop-offs are by appointment only. To make an appointment contact the Town of Chili Highway Garage at 889-2630.

In addition, Volunteers of America will be on-site to collect clothing, shoes, housewares and small appliances. Tax receipts will be given for textile donations. The following hazardous materials are acceptable at the mobile HHW drop-off site: products containing mercury, such as thermometers and thermostats; pesticides and fertilizers, household cleaners; wood preservatives and stains; oil-base and latex paints; chemical drain cleaners; thinners, solvents and strippers; syringes/sharps; pool cleaners and photo chemicals; soaps, waxes and cleaners; gasoline, kerosene and other flammable products; antifreeze, brake and transmission fluids; rechargeable (Ni-Cad) and button batteries; and driveway sealer.

All residents can use the county's permanent Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 444 East Henrietta Road. To schedule an appointment, call 760-7600 and select Option 3. For more information visit the county's web site at www.co.monroe.ny.us under Earth, Air and Water.