Dumpster Days

2023's Dumpster Days have passed, but don't worry! Dumpster Days will be back in 2024 in April and October. Check back often for updates!

Dumpster Days provides resident with the opportunity to recycle most electronics waste for free.  Items accepted include:

• Accessories (cables, mouse, keyboard, power supplies)
• Calculator
• Cameras
• Computer (desktop, laptop) inc. destroying hard drive
• Computer (desktop/laptop) inc. hard drive wipe
• CRT Monitors (bulky size)*
• Desktop All-in-One (w/monitor) inc. hard drive wipe
• Desktop All-in-One (w/monitor) inc. hard drive destruction
• DVD/VCR players
• Game consoles
• Hard drives (loose) destroyed
• Hard drives (loose) wiped
• Large Misc. (i.e. Vacuum, etc.)
• LCD monitors*
• Microwave
• Network equip (router, switches, modem, hub)
• Phone-cell (inc. wipe data)
• Phone-desk & answering machine
• POS Systems
• Printer (desk), copier, fax, typewriter
• Printer toner cartridges
• Printer-enterprise (on wheels-large size)
• Projector-overhead/slide
• Recording devices-Audio, DLT tapes, VHS Tapes
• Recording devices-CD/DVD/Floppy Disk (12"x 10" box)
• Satellite receiver
• Server Base Price
• Server charges base plus each hard drive destroyed
• Server charges base plus each hard drive wipe
• Server cabinet
• Small/Med Misc. (i.e. timeclock, paper shredder, etc.)
• Stereo & stereo speakers
• Tablets
• Televisions - Any size*
• UPS backup/ Surge Protectors

*There is a fee for certain items: $40 for CRT Computer Screens, $20 for LCD/Flat Screen TVs, $40 for CRT TVs. Cash only. Exact change required.

For a detailed list, view or download the Accepted Electronics Waste PDF. If you have items that are not on this list and would like to inquire about recycling, please contact Kelli Kelly at (816) 786-2328.

In addition to electronics recycling, Public Works has partnered with Avenue of Life to recycle gently-used mattresses.  They will also collect gently-used furniture.

Learn more about this Avenue of Life program on their website. 

Most household items are accepted. This includes:

• Electronics recycling
• Mattresses
• Furniture
• Refrigerators
• Appliances
• Fixtures
• Televisions & CRT TVs/Monitors*
• And more!

*There is a disposal fee for certain electronic items. CRT Computer Screens are $40.00, LCD/Flat Screen TVs are $20.00, and CRT TVs are $40.00. Cash only. Exact change is required.

There are some items that cannot be disposed of at this event. They include:

• All household hazardous waste
• Paint
• Yard waste
• Batteries
• Storm debris
• Food waste
• Recycling
• Tires
• Construction demolition material
• Fencing
• Any item from businesses, non-profits, or other commercial entities

These items will be turned away at the event, so remember not to bring them! Items not accepted at this event may be taken to the Recycling & Yard Waste or the Household Hazardous Waste Disposal centers. 

Recycling & Yard Waste Center: 3241 Park Drive, Kansas City, KS 66102
The Recycling & Yard Waste Center is open free of charge to Wyandotte County Residents. The center can accept items like clear, brown, and colored glass; mixed office paper, cardboard, food & beverage cans, plastics #1-7, grass clippings, garden trimmings, leaves, branches, and stumps. Visitors will need to show proof of residency with a drivers license, BPU bill, or some other document displaying your name and address.

The Center is open from 10 AM to 3 PM Thursday to Saturday until November 26, except on holidays.

The center cannot accept stumps or logs larger than 12 inches in diameter or branches longer than 4 feet. To view the complete list of accepted items, download or view the Recycling & Yard Waste Center FAQ.

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Center: 2443 South 88^th Street, Kansas City, KS 66111
The Household Hazardous Waste Disposal (HHW) Center is available to Wyandotte County residents free of charge. Products accepted include auto batteries, used motor oil, brake fluid, carburetor cleaner, degreasers, gasoline & fuels, furniture stripper, glue with solvents, latex & oil-based paints, paint thinner, putty, grout, caulk & spackle, roofing tar, stain varnish & lacquer, aerosol products, drain & oven cleaners, mothballs, nail polish remover, polish with solvents, spot remover, and propane cylinders. Visitors will need to show proof of residency with a drivers license, BPU bill, or some other document displaying their name and address.

The HHW is open from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM on April 15, May 20, June 10, July 15, August 19, September 16, and October 21 in 2023.

Visitors are responsible for unloading and disposing of their items in the available dumpsters. Public Works team members will be on hand to assist with especially bulky items in some cases.

Help Dumpster Days go smoothly for everyone by keeping the following in mind:

• Arrive early
• Do not block intersections when waiting in line
• Following the directions of Public Works team members and Police Officers
• Be ready to show your proof of residency
• Bring appropriate gloves and eye protection to limit the risk of injury while unloading
• Do not argue with team members about accepted items
• Be courteous to others

2023's Dumpster Days have passed, but don't worry! Dumpster Days will be back in 2024 in April and October. Check back often for updates!

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