Fairfield takes new approach to recycling events with inaugural Discard Day Oct. 22

Sue Kiesewetter
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FAIRFIELD, Ohio – Unneeded items along with junk or debris can be disposed of as part of Fairfield’s inaugural Discard Day.

“This is popular in other communities,’’ said Sami Brandenburg, the city’s neighborhood development manager.“We didn’t want it to be just about dumpsters. We’re adding a sustainability element, which would speak to our residents.’

Brandenburg said the new approach should eliminate residents making multiple trips to multiple locations to get rid of items that they no longer want or use.

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When and where is Discard Day?

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oct. 22, items can be brought to the Fairfield Aquatic Center, 2605 Augusta Blvd.Four partnerships will allow for items to be reused, recycled, or otherwise disposed of or discarded.

Who will be on-site during the event?

Goodwill Industries and Habit for Humanity Restore will have trucks for items that can be sold in their stores. Junk King of Cincinnati will sort items placed in dumpsters so that as many as possible are reused, recycled or donated. And representatives of the Butler County Recycling and Solid Waste District will direct people to sites where certain items that won’t be accepted by the other partners can be disposed of safely.

What will be accepted at Fairfield Discard Day?

Only one carload of items per Fairfield household will be accepted. Acceptable items include:

  • Junk and debris.

  • Yard waste.

  • Working appliances.

  • Architectural items.

  • Bed frames.

  • Headboards.

  • Functional blinds.

  • Books.

  • Cabinets.

  • Countertops.

  • Media.

  • Ceiling fans.

  • Clothing.

  • CRT monitors.

  • Doors.

  • E-waste.

  • Electrical supplies.

  • Electronics.

  • Flooring.

  • Furniture in good condition.

  • Lumber.

  • Linens.

  • Paperwork.

  • Prescriptions.

  • Shoes.

  • Tools.

  • TVs.

  • Windows.

What won't be accepted at Fairfield Discard Day?

Materials from businesses and contractors will not be accepted. Other items that won’t be accepted include

  • Hazardous materials.

  • Shingles.

  • Concrete.

  • Motor oil.

  • Oil-based paint.

  • Fire extinguishers.

  • Antifreeze.

  • Gasoline.

  • Pesticides.

  • Fertilizer.

  • Solvents.

  • Thinners.

  • Fluorescent bulbs.

  • Lawn or pool chemicals.

  • Explosives.

  • Ammunition,

  • Broken appliances.

  • Tires.

Other Recycling Events

For information about recycling in Butler County, visit the county's recycling and solid waste website.

  • Tires: Oct. 29, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Butler County fairgrounds, 1715 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, Ohio; accepting car, truck or tractor tires with a 10-tire limit per household. Drop off for Butler County residents only.

  • Household hazardous waste: Every Thursday through Oct. 27, U.S. Ecology, 3555 Yankee Road, Middletown, 2-7 p.m. Accepted items include: oil-based paint, varnish, stains, antifreeze, gasoline, motor oil/heating oil, pesticides and fertilizers, solvents, thinners, cleaners, household and auto batteries, fire extinguishers, propane tanks, mercury thermometers, fluorescent bulbs, driveway sealer, thermostats, land and pool chemicals and e-cigarettes/vape pens.

  • Computers and televisions: Every Friday through Oct. 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at two Cohen locations, 105 Black St., Hamilton and 3120 S. Verity Parkway, Middletown. Accepted items include: tube and flat screen TVs, monitors, computer tower, laptops, printers, fax machines, scanners, cell phones, batteries, calculators, video game consoles, DVD players and computer peripherals such as keyboard, mice and speakers.

This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Fairfield takes new approach to recycling events with Discard Day