Public Service Announcement
Free disposal event for paint cans, printer ink, and lightbulbs
Aspen, CO – The city of Aspen is hosting a free waste drop-off for residents to dispose of paint, printer ink, and lightbulbs on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Rio Grande Recycle Center, 618-598 Rio Grande Pl.
Paint, printer ink, and lightbulbs are hazardous for the environment and cannot be disposed of in regular trash. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this event to safely and properly dispose of these items, so they do not end up in the landfill.
Spray paint, paint thinner, solvents, cleaning agents, adhesives, roof patch drywall mud or driveway and roof sealant are not allowed.
For more information, visit aspen.gov/357/Waste-Recycling.
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For more information, please contact:
Jimena Baldino, sustainability specialist
Phone: 970-319-8177
Email: jimena.baldino@aspen.gov
Madie Bailey, communications coordinator
Phone: 970-309-1569
Email: madie.bailey@aspen.gov