SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Clean up, clean up, everybody, everywhere — or at least in Suffolk. Keep Suffolk Beautiful is hosting its next recycling drive and tire amnesty day for Suffolk residents.
The event is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 800 Carolina Road. The event is free, but attendees are encouraged to bring food and toiletry donations.
The event is meant to help Suffolk residents recycle and responsibly dispose of items that may have accumulated in their garages, yards and homes over the summer.
Only tires without rims and no larger than 22 inches will be accepted. A valid Suffolk ID is also required.
Many other items will be taken for disposal or recycling, including:
- Electronics (No tube TVs or TVs larger than 42 inches)
- Gently used shoes and clothing
- Wares
- #1 and #2 plastic bottles and jugs
- Cardboard, paper, and magazines
- Plastic bags
- Large appliances
- Scrap metal
- Glass containers
- U.S. flags in need of being properly decommissioned
SPSA Waste Solutions will be on-site to collect household hazardous waste*, including:
- Oil
- Gasoline
- Batteries
- Cleaners
- Propane tanks
- Paint
- Pesticides
- CFL lightbulbs and more
(*The disposal of such items is limited to either 75 pounds or five liquid gallons. Suffolk residents must provide proof of residency.)
Lion’s Club will be collecting:
- Eyeglasses
- Hearing aids
Suffolk Master Gardeners will be collecting:
- New or gently used plant pots of all sizes
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