Household Chemical Waste collection scheduled for April 3 in Bonita Springs
Fort Myers, FL, March 20, 2024 – Bonita Springs residents will be able to safely and responsibly dispose of household chemical waste – paints, cleaners, herbicides, pesticides, automotive fluids and pool chemicals – from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, at Bonita Springs Recreation Center, 26740 Pine Ave.
The collection, hosted by Lee County Solid Waste and City of Bonita Springs, features an easy, drive-through process and is available to all residents at no charge.
Businesses that need chemical waste disposal can call MXI Environmental Services at 276-477-0947 to schedule an appointment for the monthly business collection held at the county’s permanent Household Chemical Waste drop-off location, 6441 Topaz Court, off Metro Parkway in south Fort Myers.
Lee County Solid Waste reminds residents to be aware of proper battery disposal.
An increasing number of products contain lithium-ion batteries, which can be hazardous when disposed improperly. Lithium-ion batteries are found in these common products along with others:
- Electronic devices, such as mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and Bluetooth devices
- Power tools
- Game controllers
- Digital cameras
- Portable power packs
- Greeting cards
- Electric toothbrushes
- Toys
- E-bikes, e-scooters and hover boards
Visit LeeGov.com/SolidWaste/Dispose for more information.
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