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News Release RI Department of Environmental Management 235 Promenade St., Providence, RI 02908 (401) 277-2771 TDD/(401)-222-4462 For Release: August 18, 1997 Contact: Tom Armstrong 277-3434 ext. 4412 Stephanie Powell 277-2771 ext. 4418 DEM SCHEDULES SEPTEMBER HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTIONS PROVIDENCE Rhode Island residents can dispose of household hazardous wastes by appointment on Saturday, September 6 and Saturday, September 20, when the RI Department of Environmental Management holds collections at its Eco-Depot at Fields Point, Providence. Residents can call 222-3434 to schedule a time to drop off their toxic materials on one of the two September dates. Other collection dates are available until November. Household hazardous wastes accepted include oil-based paints, thinners and other household solvents; pesticides and herbicides; household cleansers; swimming pool and hobby chemicals; and automotive fluids such as transmission fluid, antifreeze, and dry gas. Used motor oil can be dropped off at DEM's oil igloos located in most communities. The Eco-Depot is operated by DEM, in cooperation with the Narragansett Bay Commission. More than 90,000 gallons of household hazardous waste have been collected from 5,631 residents since the facility opened in June 1995. | |