Operation Clean House — an event aimed at helping Washington County residents dispose of hazardous household and automotive goods without harming the environment or endangering human health — will be held this year on April 13.
This year marks the 30th year for the free, countywide event.
Items will be accepted between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. at two drop-off locations:
Phillips Parking lot
Located on Adams Boulevard just west of the railroad tracks
Items accepted at this location include electronics and hazardous household waste such as cleaners, yard care products, oil- and aerosol-based paints, pharmaceuticals and fluorescent bulbs.
Dewey Washington County District 2 Barn
Located on Ninth Street two miles east of U.S. Highway 75
Items accepted at this location include motor oil, antifreeze, automotive batteries, tires and appliances.
The event is organized by the City of Bartlesville, Conoco Phillips, Phillips 66, Chevron Phillips, Truity Credit Union, Bartlesville Community Foundation and Washington County.
For more information about the event and for a list of items accepted for recycling or disposal, see www.cityofbartlesville.org, Operation Clean House Washington County or contact the Washington County Commissioners at 918-534-1170.
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