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It's Hazardous; Get Rid of It Responsibly
A new pilot project for hazardous waste collection will be West Des Moines residents on April 1.

A news release from the city of West Des Moines:
Beginning April 1, West Des Moines residents may take advantage of a new pilot program for ridding their homes of hazardous waste with convenient collection right at their door.
Sign Up – $25 Per CollectionÂ
Residents can sign up on an as-needed basis at West Des Moines Public Works, 516 S. 16th St. For $25 fee per use, residents receive:Â
• Up to two 12-gallon bins.Â
• Handling instructions and list of accepted and not accepted items.
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Schedule Collection With Metro Waste AuthorityÂ
Once you fill your bins, call Metro Waste Authority at (515) 333.4434 toÂ
schedule collection. Bins are collected the second Friday of eachÂ
month.
This program is available to West Des Moines residents who are eligible for Curb It! recycling and townhome residents with private driveways. Waste must be generated from a household (not a business).
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For further details:Â Â Residential Hazardous Waste - House Side Collection
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