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Clear household clutter and protect our planet by properly disposing of household hazardous waste at the new Johnson County Household Waste Collection and Reuse Facility located at 11231 Mastin St. in Overland Park. 

Operating from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, the facility allows for the safe disposal of unwanted paint, household chemicals, yard waste and more. Appointments are required. You can schedule them online, or call 913-715-6907.

Improper disposal of household hazardous waste can cause environmental issues and may present health hazards. Household hazardous waste includes:

• Paint
• Oil
• Compact fluorescent light bulbs
• Gasoline 
• Stains 
• Solvents
• Insecticides
• Pool chemicals

The following items will not be accepted:

• Compressed gas cylinders (oxygen, helium, carbon dioxide, and propane tanks/cylinders will still be accepted)
• Large Freon cylinders (empty cylinders will still be accepted)
• Fire Extinguishers
• Tires

In addition to hazardous waste drop-off, paint will also be available for purchase through the re-blended paint program.

Recycle rechargeable batteries at Overland Park’s recycling center, or dispose of alkaline batteries with normal household waste. Many local hardware and auto parts stores accept small quantities of batteries for recycling.

For more information on trash and recycling, visit opkansas.org.

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