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Updated: JUNE 2020APPLIANCE RECYCLINGBoone, Campbell, and Kenton Counties accept certain items free from the public year-round.Acceptable items include refrigerators (Freon is OK), stoves, air conditioners, washers, dryers, waterheaters, and most other metal appliances. Remove ALL fluids before dropping off. Contact your SolidWaste Coordinator for details.Boone County Public Works5645 Idlewild Road, Burlington(859) 334-3600Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 3:30pmCampbell County Transportation Center1175 Racetrack Road, Alexandria(859) 635-9100Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 3:30pmKenton County Public Works420 Independence Station Road, Independence(859) 392-1920Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 3:30pm**Call our "WE CARE" hotline (859-392-1930)to have appliances picked up within threebusiness days.**ELECTRONICS RECYCLINGCell PhonesMany retailers will acceptcell phones, including BestBuy, Cincinnati Bell, HomeDepot, Office Depot, Sprint,Staples, Target, and VerizonWireless. Please callindividual stores for details.ElectronicsPlease note that charges mayapply. Always call ahead forinformation and fees.Apex Technology Solutions7960 Kentucky Drive, Suite 4& 5, Florence (859) 485-4444www.apextechnologysolutions.usToner CartridgesMost major office supplystores also accept emptycartridges.Boone County Public Works5645 Idlewild Road, Burlington(859) 334-3600Kenton County Public Works420 Independence StationRoad, Independence(859) 392-1919Page 7 of 12*No TVsBest Buy100 Meijer Drive, Florence(859) 525-7118www.bestbuy.com*Tube televisions up to 32” orup to 50” flat screen for 25Blair Technology Group4314 Boron Drive, Suite D,Covington (859) 823-6757www.btgasset.comCohen Electronics13229 Dixie Hwy, Walton(859) 363-8300www.cohenusa.comTri State Escrap6001 Dry Fork RoadCleves, OH 45002(513) 240-2521www.TriStateEscrap.comTri State/USA Green PC6443 Taylor Mill es not accept tube TVs orCRT monitorsThe NKY Household HazardousWaste Collection Event istypically the 1st Saturday inNovember (FREE for Boone,Campbell, and Kentonresidents); limit two (2)televisions per vehicle.Website: www.nkyhhw.org

Updated: JUNE 2020PAPER SHREDDINGBoone County Recycling Center(859) 334-48083275 Maplewood DriveBurlington, KY 41005Shred-It(513) 301-05051(888)750-64506838 Fairfield Business Center Drive,Fairfield, OH 45014www.shred-it.comDocument Destruction(513) 772-11144511 Reading Road,Cincinnati, OH 45229www.docdestruction.comOffice Depot and StaplesCall your nearest location for informationon paper shredding services.PACKAGING MATERIALSPacking peanuts and other expanded polystyrene (EPS) are among the most common sourcesof marine debris, where they are mistaken as food by birds and fish. Packing peanuts do notbiodegrade, meaning it will take hundreds of years for them to decompose in a landfill. Contactlocal shipping stores to see if they accept packaging (e.g. boxes, packing peanuts, foam, etc.) forreuse. Bubble wrap and air pillows are accepted in Kroger’s Bag2Bag program.The UPS StoreFlorence(859) 742-5877The UPS StoreCrescent Springs(859) 341-9215The UPS StoreNewport(859) 261-5777FedExCrescent Springs(859) 341- 0079FedExFlorence(859) 647-1300FOOD WASTEFood waste that ends up in a landfill decomposes and releases carbon dioxide and methane. Methane isover 20x more potent than carbon dioxide and is considered to be a powerful greenhouse gas (GHG). Toeliminate this GHG, we can divert our food waste and give it a new life: compost! Compost can easily bedone in our own backyards and used for growing our own food or plants. To learn how to start your ownbackyard compost, visit www.boonecountyky.org/departments/solid waste/compost.aspx. Small spaceor no backyard? Have your food waste picked up instead!Local Compost(859) 814-3168www.local-compost.comPage 8 of 12

Updated: JUNE 2020HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTEHousehold hazardous waste (HHW) is the group of chemicals and other substances that arecommonly found in many homes but require special attention when being discarded. Pleasekeep in mind that the best way to get rid of these materials is to use them for their intendedpurposes.AntifreezeAntifreeze can be taken to Kenton CountyPublic Works in Independence (859-392-1920)which is open to any Northern Kentuckyresident (5 gallon limit).Batteries 1-877-2-RecycleAuto batteries are accepted by most stores thatsell them. Boone, Campbell, and KentonCounties also accept them during scheduledcleanup events. Rechargeable batteries can bedropped-off at the following sites:1. Boone County Public Works2. Kenton County Public Works3. City of Florence Public Services4. Independence City Building5. Walton City Building6. Union City Building*Alkaline batteries can be safely disposed ofwith normal household waste. For additionalsafety, you can add tape on each end!GasolineBoone County Public WorksCall for details (859) 334-3600Household CleanersIf it mixes with water, it is water-soluble. Mostliquid, gel, and powder cleaning products canbe disposed of down the drain with runningwater, just like when you use them. Most solidproducts (soap scouring pads, sticks,towelettes, etc.) can be placed in the trash.Never mix household cleaners when disposing.Special caution should be taken with septicsystems or package treatment plants.Compact Fluorescent Light BulbsLowes and Home Depot accept Compactfluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) from residentsonly (no businesses).Universal Environmental Services –1-800-988-7977PaintLatex, or water-based paint is not a hazardouswaste and should be disposed of with the restof your household trash.1. Remove the lids from cans that are no morethan half-full and set out in a wellventilated area.2. Stir in an absorbent material such as kittylitter, sawdust, concrete mix, or evenshredded newspaper.3. Place cans with solidified paint at the curbwith regular trash. Leave the lids off sowaste haulers can see contents are solid.Fire ExtinguishersFire extinguishers cannot be placed in yourhousehold recycling bin; however, you can takethem to larger household waste recyclingcenters for disposal.PesticidesThe KY Department of Agriculture, Office ofConsumer and Environmental Protection, runsa FREE pesticide collection and disposal1-800-205-6543Propane TanksTanks can be turned into cylinder exchangecompanies like Blue Rhino at local stores.Boone, Campbell, and Kenton Counties willaccept tanks up to 20 lbs. during scheduledcleanup events.SolventsSolvents, such as paint thinner, do not go bad.Allow the particulates to settle out, drain off theclear liquid. Mix the remainder with kitty litterand dispose in trash.Page 9 of 12

Updated: JUNE 2020HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE (CONT.)Needle DisposalPlace used needles in a sharps container or a plastic laundry detergent bottle, duct tape the containerlid shut, and place container in your trash bin for regular trash pickup.Prescription DrugsKeep your medicines secure so that children, teenagers, or even strangers do not get into them. Youmay help prevent an accidental injury and help stop possible unhealthy use of prescription drugs.Take an inventory of your medicines. Check for any that have expired or that you no longer use. Flushmedications down the toilet only if the label or patient information specifically instructs doing so.Certain medications should never be flushed.Dispose of medication properly. Take advantage of medication disposal programs. Two types areavailable in Northern Kentucky: Drug disposal pouches: You can get a specialized pouch that de-activates medication, and then usethe pouch to dispose of un-needed or expired medications at home. Pouches are available at theNorthern Kentucky Health Department’s county health centers (Covington, Florence, and Newport). Medication drop-boxes: You take un-needed or expired medications to a police station or otherpublic building and place them in a specialized container. Below is a list of locations in NKY: Boone County Sheriff’s OfficeCampbell County Police DepartmentCovington Police DepartmentDayton Police DepartmentEdgewood Police DepartmentErlanger Police DepartmentFlorence Police DepartmentFort Thomas Police Department Fort Wright Police DepartmentHighland Heights Police DepartmentKenton County Police DepartmentNewport Police DepartmentPark Hills Police DepartmentSouthgate City BuildingVilla Hills Police DepartmentWilder Police DepartmentNORTHERN KENTUCKY HHW COLLECTION EVENTThe Northern Kentucky Household Hazardous Waste ActionCoalition is dedicated to spreading awareness of the properdisposal/recycling of household hazardous waste. They areavailable to provide presentations, as well as printedresources and information.The NKY Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event istypically the 1st Saturday in November at the UC HealthStadium in Florence (FREE for Boone, Campbell, and KentonResidents). There is a limit two (2) televisions per vehicle and(10) paint cans per vehicle. Website: www.nkyhhw.org.Page 10 of 12

Updated: JUNE 2020ENVIRONMENTAL DISPOSALThe companies below safely and legally dispose of any hazardous waste material. Please notethat fees may apply. Call ahead for information and pricing.Cleanlites Recycling, Inc.Midwest Environmental Services, Inc.Environmental Enterprises, Inc. (EEI)7806 Anthony WayneAvenue, Cincinnati, OH (513)641-4155www.cleanlites.com27 Kiesland Court, Hamilton, OH(513) 681-9990www.midwestenvironmentalservices.com(800) 722-2818 / (513) 541-18231-800-392-1503 Emergency Response4560 Spring Grove Avenue, Cincinnati, OHwww.eeienv.comVEHICLESBoone Co. Auto & Truck Salvage 859-384-1164Union Auto Parts 859-384-3381Walton Recycling 859-363-8300Goodwill 859-356-5591 (Independence);859-371-1238 (Florence); 859-384-0430 (Union);859-291-1333 (Bellevue); 859-441-0803 (Cold Spring)USED MOTOR OIL & OIL FILTERSUsed motor oil from home oil changes must be taken to a facility that can dispose of it properly.Most instant oil change businesses accept used oil as well, but be sure to call ahead before asthere may be restrictions.Boone (859-334-3629) and Kenton Counties (859-392-1920) Public Works Departments acceptup to five gallons of used motor oil from private residents. Boone County also accepts used oilfilters. Vegetable Oil – Universal Environmental Services, INC 1-800-988-7977.TIRESBavarian (859) 485-4416, CSI (513) 771-4200, and Rumpke (513) 472-7339, will all accept wastetires for a fee. Most tire dealers will take old tires, but call for info about quantity, size, and feecharged for disposal. Boone, Campbell, and Kenton Counties accept waste tires at scheduledcleanup events, but restrictions apply. Contact your local Solid Waste Coordinator for details. A1 GarageWalton 859-493-5300Alexandria Tire Ctr.Alexandria 859-6350441Best One TireBurlington 859-3714200Bob Sumerel TireAlexandria 859-6359777Ft. Wright 859-341-6222Florence 859-283-1280Erlanger 859-341-2728Bob's Service & SalesFlorence 859-525-1999Page 11 of 12 Community Car CareAlexandria 859-6351788Complete Auto CareWalton 859-356-7268FirestoneNewport 859-491-1400Covington 859-2912121Fleet TireCovington 859-4318600Florence 859-371-8300GoodyearNewport 859-491-1540Kentucky Tires Covington 859-291-8999Master Tech AutoFt. Thomas 859-7818863Michel TiresFlorence 859-282-0800Ft. Thomas 859-7816400Covington 859-2919610Pep BoysFlorence 859-647-9977Performance GoodyearTireErlanger 859-371-7474Raaker TireNewport 859-292-0224 Saf-T AutoFlorence 859-525-8060SearsFlorence 859-525-4528Smith’s High Tech AutoFlorence 859-371-8998Steele's Auto ServiceBurlington 859-5345900Steve's Auto RepairCovington 859-3563000Tire DiscountersCold Spring 859-5722233Florence 859-647-6333

Updated: JUNE 2020LITTER ABATEMENT & SPECIAL EVENTSLitter is an unhealthy, harmful, and intolerable blight. It not only affects our quality of life, but alsocreates a negative impression of our community. It pollutes our land and water, and is detrimental towildlife. Litter is also expensive to remove – Kentucky spends millions of dollars each year cleaning uproadways. Littering is also ILLEGAL!Northern Kentucky hosts litter cleanups and abatement programs to combat litter year-round. If youwould like to learn more about how to get involved and stop litter in your community, call your localSolid Waste Coordinator or the NKSWMA Coordinator. We would love to plan a community littercleanup for your neighborhood or business. Join us for our Spring & Fall Cleanups, Great AmericanCleanup, Commonwealth Cleanup Week, River Sweep, and more!EDUCATIONYour Solid Waste Coordinators have a wealth of information to share with you. They are available to givepresentations to schools, civic groups, churches, camps, and anyone else! We can discuss any subject related tosolid waste management, such as recycling, waste reduction, household hazardous waste, composting, andlitter. Please contact your County Solid Waste Coordinator if you are interested in these programs, wish toschedule a presentation or need more information.Northern Kentucky is OUR home – help us keep it clean!Boone County Solid Waste CoordinatorMike Wilson(859) 334-3629mike.wilson@boonecountyky.orgCampbell County Solid Waste CoordinatorAllyn Reinecke(859) 547-1873areinecke@campbellcountyky.govKenton County Solid Waste CoordinatorMelissa Grandstaff(859) 392-1919melissa.grandstaff@kentoncounty.orgThe NKSWMA and this Resource Guide do not seek to endorse or promote any company.The listings are provided as a service to inform the public of proper disposal and recycling options.Anyone with suggestions, additions, or corrections is invited to call the NKSWMA at (859) 334-3629.Page 12 of 12

8020 Veterans Memorial Drive, Florence, KY 41042 (859) 525-4923 Florence Regional Office Northern Kentucky Household Hazardous Waste Action Coalition www.nkyhww.org Northern Kentucky Water District 2835 Crescent Springs Road, Erlanger, KY 41018 (859) 578-9898 Sanitation District No. 1 (SD1) 1045 Eaton Drive, Ft. Wright, KY 41017 (859) 578-7450