CMU (Chillicothe) HHW and Banned Item Collection Flyer, October 17, 2026

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RESIDENTIAL COLLECTION EVENT for Caldwell, Carroll, Chariton, Daviess, Grundy,

Harrison, Linn, Livingston, Mercer, Putnam, and Sullivan Counties Located in Region B CMU, in conjunction with the North Missouri Solid Waste Management District Region B is sponsoring a solid waste collection event. This event is funded with grant funds from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. This is an opportunity for ALL residents of Caldwell, Chariton, Carroll, Daviess, Grundy, Harrison, Linn, Livingston, Mercer, Putnam, and Sullivan Counties to dispose of special waste items banned from landfills.

ABSOLUTELY NO business or commercial drop offs, residential only.

The collection event will be held at the CMU Warehouse located at 1515 Waterworks Rd, Chillicothe, Mo between 9:00 AM and 12:00 Noon on Sat, October 17th, 2026.

TIRES must have no rims, and be clean and free of debris. Recycle Fees: ·Standard Passenger tires (or smaller) ·Pick Up tires ·Oversized tires ·Tractor tires

$4 each $6 each $10 each $40 each

APPLIANCES that will be collected include washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, ranges, ovens, microwaves, freezers, refrigerators, air conditioners and hot water heaters. A fee of $5.00 each will be charged.*Refrigerants will be removed by certified technicians prior to disposal. The District will collect scrap metal free of charge. ELECTRONICS – will be collected for A fee of $10.00 Computer systems including mouse, keyboards, etc.; copy machines, printers, and fax machines. Televisions will be collected for a $20.00-$50.00 fee (based on size) Miscellaneous electronics including stereos, phones, etc. will be collected free of charge. All electronic waste will be demanufactured and recycled. All hard drives will be destroyed. Household Hazardous Waste must be in the original container and not leaking, Freewill donations will be accepted. Paint (oil-based), oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, aerosols, herbicides, pesticides, and misc. (Household chemicals only) will be collected. Residential ONLY! NO waste from commercial generators, No businesses, No toxic or medical waste, No joint compounds or empty paint cans. DO NOT bring mixed waste!

Household batteries, rechargeable batteries, Cell Phone, Intact Car Batteries and Ink Cartridges. (No broken or cracked cases) Will be accepted. Questions or comments should be directed to Brandy Jones at 660-359-5636 ext. 20

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Attention Residents: Please be advised that the North Missouri Solid Waste Management District (Region B) can no longer accept liquid latex paint at our District Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collections. Due to the overwhelming volume of paint received, escalating transportation and processing costs, and limited staff labor, we must reserve our specialty collection resources for strictly hazardous materials like oilbased paints, chemicals, and automotive fluids. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we adjust our services to maintain a sustainable, efficient recycling and waste management program for our community.

How to Dry Out and Dispose of Latex Paint To get rid of latex paint safely, you must solidify the liquid before throwing it in the regular household trash, as local garbage services do not accept liquid paint. Because latex paint is water-based, it is considered non-hazardous once dry. For Small Amounts (Less than 1/4 can)

For Larger Amounts (More than 1/4 can)

Remove the lid entirely from the paint can.

Add an absorbent material: Pour equal parts kitty litter, sawdust, or shredded paper directly into the paint can. For very full cans, pour the paint into a double-bagged, trash-bag-lined cardboard box first.

Place the can outside or in a highly ventilated area, away from pets and children. Let it dry naturally over a few days until it becomes completely hard. Toss the can into your regular household trash bin without the lid.

Stir the mixture: Mix the absorbent material into the liquid paint thoroughly until it reaches a thick, oatmeal-like consistency. Let it sit: Leave the mixture open to dry. It typically solidifies into a hard chunks within 1 to 2 hours. Toss the entire can or bag into your regular garbage. Leave the metal lid off so trash collectors can see that it is solid.

Helpful Tips Before Throwing It Out Check for donation: If the latex paint is still smooth and hasn't separated or spoiled, consider donating it to local theater groups, community centers, or Habitat for Humanity. Identify oil vs. latex: Verify your paint says "Latex" or "Acrylic" on the label. If it is oil-based (alkyd), it is considered hazardous waste and cannot be dried out or thrown in the trash—it must go to a local hazardous waste facility