Orange County will hold two hazardous waste collection events next month at the Delano Hitch Recreation Center, located at 401 Washington Street in Newburgh.

• Friday, May 16th: Collection event for businesses, municipalities, schools, and farms (by appointment only).
• Saturday, May 17th: Household Hazardous Waste and Operation Safe Scripts Pharmaceutical Collection event for residents.

Details for the Friday, May 16th Event (Businesses, Municipalities, Schools, and Farms):

• Appointment required: Pre-registration is mandatory.
• Registration deadline: Friday, May 2nd.
• Cost: Disposal cost determined by the vendor based on type and quantity (up to 220 pounds per vehicle).
• Drop-off: Times will be scheduled individually by the vendor.
• How to register: Visit orangecountygov.com/efs and click on the "Hazardous Waste" tab to download the registration form.
  Note: Businesses, schools, municipalities, and farms cannot participate in the Saturday residential event.

Details for the Saturday, May 17th Event (Orange County Residents):

• No appointment necessary.
• Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Location: Delano Hitch Recreation Center Parking Lot, 401 Washington Street, Newburgh.
• Requirements: Proof of Orange County residency (driver's license or utility bill).
• Pharmaceutical collection: Orange County Sheriff's Deputies will be on-site to accept unwanted over-the-counter and prescription medications as part of Operation Safe Scripts.

Please note : 55-gallon drums or containers with similar volumes of waste will not be accepted at the residential event.

For more information, contact Ermin Siljkovic at 845-291-3246 or visit orangecountygov.com/efs and click on the "Household Hazardous Waste" tab.

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