The PA Resources Council celebrates its 15th year of holding household chemical collection events by setting 2017 collection dates for household chemicals.

“The Pennsylvania Resources Council provides residents of the Commonwealth with numerous options to conveniently and cost-effectively dispose of a wide variety of materials,” according to PRC Regional Director Justin Stockdale.  “Since details vary for each of these opportunities, we encourage individuals to visit our website or call PRC at 412-488-7452 for complete details.”

Individuals can drop off automotive fluids, household cleaners, pesticides, paints and other household chemicals for a cost of $3/gallon (a few exceptions apply), cash only.  NEW IN 2017: collections will accept camp fuel and small propane bottles. 

The collection dates are--

-- May 6: North Park, Allegheny County

-- May 20: Concurrent Technologies Corporation ETF Facility, Johnstown, Cambria County

-- July 22: Consol Energy Park, Washington County

-- August 19: Boyce Park, Allegheny County

-- September 16: South Park, Allegheny County

-- October 14: Bradys Run Park, Beaver County

For more information on programs, initiatives and special events, visit the PA Resources Council website.  Click Here to sign up for regular updates, follow PRC on Twitter or Like them on Facebook.  Click Here for PRC’s Events Calendar.

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[Posted: April 26, 2017]

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