A total of 983 vehicles participated in the free drop-off event, with residents representing 32 Centre County municipalities, along with many visitors from surrounding counties.
MXI Environmental Services of Langhorne, PA served as the event contractor.
Residents shared overwhelmingly positive feedback about the event, particularly the smooth traffic flow and efficient process.
Many participants noted they were in and out of the facility within minutes and appreciated being greeted by staff upon arrival.
Attendees also expressed gratitude for the opportunity to safely and responsibly dispose of hazardous materials from their homes.
“We were happy to wrap up Earth Month with this valued community event,” said Mimi Cooper, CCRRA Recycling Coordinator. “Between the Green Community Partnership Luncheon, Watershed Cleanup Day, and now our Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event, we are continuing to do our part to help keep Centre County a clean and green place to live.”
The total cost of the event was approximately $100,000 and was shared between the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority, the Department of Environmental Protection, and the Department of Agriculture’s CHEMSWEEP Program.
In addition, CCRRA received more than $1,000 in generous donations from attendees to help support the Authority’s Education Endowment Fund.
Residents who missed this year’s collection are encouraged to watch for details early next year.
CCRRA plans to host another Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event in spring 2027.
Visit the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority website to learn more about recycling and waste management in Centre County.
[Posted: May 13, 2026] PA Environment Digest
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