The Des Moines County Regional Waste Commission is encouraging the public to take advantage of their disposal services for items that should not be thrown in regular trash.
Accepted materials include things like latex, oil-based, and spray paint, automotive fluids such as motor oil and antifreeze, household cleaners, aerosols, and chemicals like bleach, ammonia, and peroxide.
Electronics are also accepted, including TVs, computers, cell phones, monitors, printers, rechargeable batteries, and fluorescent tubes.
Officials say paints and chemical items are accepted by appointment only, and residents are asked to call ahead to schedule a drop-off.
However, TVs and other e-waste items can be dropped off anytime without an appointment.
For more information or to schedule a disposal, call 319-753-8758 or visit dmcwaste.org.
Officials say taking the time to properly dispose of these items helps protect the environment and keeps harmful materials out of local landfills.
