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Items Prohibited in Garbage
Unacceptable Items
- Acid: Contact Rock Island County Waste Management Agency at 309.788.8925
- Ammunition: Live bullets, explosive materials, fireworks, or other munitions will not be collected.
- Appliances / White Goods (stoves, refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, hot water heaters, etc.) Dispose of household appliances (white goods) free by calling 1.877.934.5378 to schedule a time for curbside pick up.
- Batteries (Rechargeable): May be taken to Batteries Plus during store hours at 300 Avenue of the Cities, East Moline. Rechargeable batteries that are accepted include vehicle, motorcycle, marine, sealed lead acid, NICD (Nickel Cadmium), Ni-MH Nickel Metal Hydride, and LION (Lithium).
- Combustibles: Old gas tanks – contact your local auto salvage yard. Gas containers – contact Scott Area Landfill at 563.381.1300.
- Computers/Televisions: Contact Scott Area Landfill at 563.823.0119.
- Paint: Unwanted or unused oil-based and latex paint products may be taken to the Scott Area Landfill. Contact 563.381.1300 from drop-off date and directions. No charge.
- Pesticide Cans: Contact Scott Area Landfill at 563.381.1300.
- Tires: Dispose of used passenger tires free by calling 1.877.934.5378 to schedule a time for curbside pickup. Limit of 10 tires per household, per year.
- Bricks and concrete.