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-Press Release, Granville County Government

Granville County’s annual “Fall Clean Out,” held on Nov. 21, 2020, resulted in the collection of more than 26 tons of materials for recycling and proper disposal. According to Recycling and Sustainability Coordinator Teresa Baker, this year’s drive-through event was the most successful yet, with some vendors at full capacity before the end of the collection day.

The following totals have been reported:

• Oil-based paints for fuel blend – 15,120 pounds
• Aerosols for fuel blend or incineration – 700 pounds
• Assorted household chemicals for incineration – 5,455 pounds
• Latex-based paint for secure landfill – 11,000 pounds
• Fluorescent lamps for recycle – 265 pounds (377 each)
• Gasoline/water mixture – 200 pounds
• Mercury switches – 10 pounds
• Scrap metal – 5,380 pounds
• Electronics -5,109 pounds
• Batteries – 259 pounds
• Pesticides – 685 pounds
• Medicines and sharps – 175 pounds
• Ammunition – 30 pounds
• Paper for shredding – 7,800 pounds

In addition, the Granville County Humane Society collected crates, carriers, blankets, flea shampoo, dog/cat food, pet toys and cash donations.

The “Fall Clean Out” is one of two annual collection events held at the Granville County Expo and Convention Center. The spring event is typically held in May.

For more information about recycling and hazardous waste collection in Granville County, please contact Baker at (919) 725-1417 or at bakertd@gcs.k12.nc.us.