Aliso Viejo and its waste hauler, CR&R, expand Universal Waste Collection program for residents
Aliso Viejo, which was the first city in Orange County to implement a Universal Waste Program designed to help residents comply with changes in legislation and protect the environment, has added to the program.
The city and its waste hauler, CR&R Waste and Recycling Services, will now collect paint from residents at no cost. Residents with latex, oil or water-based paint stored in their garages can call CR&R’s customer service at 877-728-0446 to schedule a free pick up.
The new paint collection complements the Universal Waste collection program that rolled out last April in response to changes in California Environmental Protection Legislation. Certain waste products are no longer accepted at the landfill or recycling center.
It’s essential for residents to separate Universal Waste (U-Waste) products from regular trash and recycling containers, including the following:
• Batteries (except automobile batteries and large equipment batteries)
• Thermostats
• Fluorescent Light Tubes
• High Intensity Discharge Lamps such as heat lamps
• Aerosol cans, which are not completely empty
• Mercury containing items such as light switches, pressure gauges, thermometers and greeting cards that play music
• Electronic Waste (E-waste), including but not limited to computers, monitors, cellular phones, copiers, fax machines, DVD players, VCRs and TVs.
Aliso Viejo has been on the forefront in Orange County by implementing programs and providing educational tools for the public about ways to preserve and protect the environment.
The new program complements the City’s goal to remain “green” and “environmentally friendly” and is also convenient for residents.
For more information, call 877-728-0446.
“Submitted by Kelly Tokarski, City of Aliso Viejo”
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